Photo Sphere - Immersive 360° Photography

Photo Sphere is a powerful application that enables users to create stunning 360-degree panoramic photos with just their smartphone. The platform simplifies the creation, editing, and sharing of immersive visual experiences.

Key Features

• One-Tap Capture: Simplified 360° photo capture with intelligent guidance system
• Automatic Stitching: Advanced image processing algorithms for seamless panorama stitching
• AR Viewing Mode: View 360° photos in augmented reality with motion controls
• VR Compatibility: Native support for popular VR headsets
• Hotspot Creation: Add interactive hotspots with information, links, or media
• Spatial Audio: Attach directional sound elements to enhance immersion
• Cloud Storage: Automatic backup and synchronization across devices
• Social Sharing: Direct integration with social platforms and embedding options

Technologies Used

• Frontend: Swift (iOS), Kotlin (Android), React (Web)
• Computer Vision: OpenCV, Custom image stitching algorithms
• 3D Rendering: Metal (iOS), OpenGL ES (Android), Three.js (Web)
• Backend: Python, Django, PostgreSQL
• Cloud Infrastructure: AWS S3 for storage, Lambda for image processing
• AR/VR Frameworks: ARKit, ARCore, WebXR
• Machine Learning: TensorFlow for image enhancement and scene detection
• APIs: Google Maps integration for location tagging

Development Challenges

The main technical challenge was creating a reliable, high-quality stitching algorithm that could run efficiently on mobile devices without requiring cloud processing. We developed a hybrid approach that performs initial processing on-device and offers enhanced cloud-based stitching for professional results.

User Adoption

Photo Sphere has gained over 500,000 users across iOS and Android platforms with an average rating of 4.7/5 stars. The application has been featured in Apple's "App of the Day" and Google Play's "Editor's Choice" selections. Users have created more than 2 million 360° photos, with the platform seeing particularly strong adoption in real estate, tourism, and event photography sectors.