Lightship

Lightship is a platform developed by Google that provides advanced tools for creating augmented reality (AR) experiences. Think of it as a software toolkit that helps developers build apps and features where digital objects blend seamlessly with the real world. It uses sensors and cameras from devices like smartphones to understand the environment—detecting surfaces, depth, and lighting—so virtual objects can interact naturally with the physical space. Essentially, Lightship enables more immersive and realistic AR experiences by combining hardware data with sophisticated software, transforming how we see and interact with digital content in everyday environments.