# iAR - Augmented reality player — Play video of Browser with AR

> Augmented reality video player for iOS with customizable shapes and playback settings. (iPhone/iPad app by 汝泉 张.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iar-augmented-reality-player/id1591899737 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [汝泉 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/904558410)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 54 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: Russian, Hindi, Vietnamese, American English, Arabic, Hungarian, Dutch, Greek, Danish, Hebrew and 23 more
- Released: 2021-11-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iar-augmented-reality-player/id1591899737/reviews.md

## What is iAR?

No ads, No IAP. play video with Augmented reality on iOS 13.0+

Use this APP to virtualize a player similar to a TV. The player can be a flat surface like a mobile phone, a cube, a box-like crystal, a sphere like a magic ball, or a cylinder.
This player can play videos from albums, such as previous wedding videos, or from Safari extension. You need to click the iAR extension when watching online videos in Safari.

- Video Player Settings
•  Scale ： 0.1 ~ 30
•  Play rate : 0.2 ~ 2
•  Video Player Shape : Plane,  cube, sphere, cylinder
• Plane detection: never, horizontal, vertical. This is convenient to place the player on a horizontal table or a vertical wall. If you choose never, you can place the player anywhere near the phone

how to use
【A】Play video from iAR
(1) If you want to play the videos of the Photo Library
1. Click the camera icon to open the video selection  controller
2. Input a location to search or select a video from the album
3. Select a smaller clip from the video then tap the `Choose` button
4. Click the play button  and move the camera back or forth
5. If you want the zoom size and play back rate of the  video, please click back and change the value

(2) Also supports network video
1. Click the link icon
2. Enter a video URL  or the address of the video file
3. Click the OK button
4. Click the play button and move the camera back or forth
5. If you want the zoom size and speed of the initial video, please click back and change the value

[B] Play video from Safari
1. Enter the URL in Safari such as https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TD96VTf0Xs
2. Click the play button on the web page
3. Click the iAR plug-in in Safari or click Share to select iAR
4. Open the play page automatically in the APP, click the play button on the play interface and then move the camera

You can turn this extension on in Safari Extensions preferences.
1.Open Settings
2.Safari
3.Extensions
4.iAR
5.Turn On

## Key features

- Augmented reality video playback
- Customizable player shapes (plane, cube, sphere, cylinder)
- Adjustable scale and playback rate
- Plane detection for horizontal/vertical placement
- Play videos from device albums
- Play videos from network URLs
- Safari extension for online video integration

## Chart rankings

- #197 in Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iar-augmented-reality-player/id1591899737/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 好用，能否增加进度条功能

*2024-11-11*

非常好！能否增加进度条功能，另外这个视频位置生成能调整么

### 5/5 — hmlscyy

*2023-09-13*

郝明亮到此一游

### 1/5 — Bruh

*2023-09-08*

I’m really not allowed to move it with my finger?

### 5/5 — DIY virtual production

*2023-05-30*

I’m experimenting with using this app to support low-budget virtual production (think the volume for Mandalorian). Only wish is that I could also project on a concave shape to create a more immersive environment.

### 5/5 — 不懂怎么玩

*2022-05-20*

不会玩

### 5/5 — 很有趣

*2021-11-14*

要能实现立体3D来看那就更好了，就像人在在路上一样，那就更有趣了。

## Frequently asked questions about iAR

### What is iAR?

iAR is an augmented reality video player that allows you to virtualize a player similar to a TV. It supports various player shapes and lets you play videos from your device's album or online sources.

### How much does iAR cost?

iAR is a paid application priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app.

### Does iAR have ads?

No, iAR is advertised as having no ads. Users can enjoy an uninterrupted augmented reality video playback experience.

### What devices is iAR compatible with?

iAR is compatible with iPhones and iPods running iOS 13.0 or later. It is designed for mobile augmented reality experiences.

### How often is iAR updated?

The latest version of iAR is 1.2.0, which was last updated on April 2, 2022. The app was initially released on November 4, 2021.

### Can I play videos from Safari with iAR?

Yes, iAR includes a Safari extension. You can enable this extension in your Safari settings to play online videos directly within the AR player.

### What video player shapes does iAR support?

iAR supports several video player shapes, including a flat plane, a cube, a sphere (like a magic ball), and a cylinder. This allows for diverse AR placements.

### What is the age rating for iAR?

iAR has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for general audiences and children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2022-04-02

-Performance improvements

### 1.1.0 — 2021-11-12

• Plane detection: never, horizontal, vertical. This is convenient to place the player on a horizontal table or a vertical wall. If you choose never, you can place the player anywhere near the phone

### 1.0.8 — 2021-11-06

Player shape: cube, sphere, cylinder

### 1.0.6 — 2021-11-05

-Performance improvements

### 1.0.4 — 2021-11-05

No release notes.

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