# Look Up AR — An AR trail around Sheffield

> Augmented reality art trail animating Sheffield's rooftops and spaces. (iPhone/iPad app by Sheffield City Council (UK).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/look-up-ar/id1668675303 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sheffield City Council (UK)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1668675305)
- Category: Entertainment, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 316 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/look-up-ar/id1668675303/reviews.md

## What is Look Up AR?

Sheffield makes you think again about how you experience and perceive the world around you. Look Up transforms buildings and spaces with fun and engaging artworks which animate and bring to life the rooftops of Sheffield, The Outdoor City. Produced and developed by local agencies with international reputations, it’s also a demonstration of the creative talent in the city, and encourages people to get outdoors and active as they see Sheffield. So whether you’re visiting for the first time, or a resident who can see the same old buildings in different ways, we hope you enjoy the Look Up experience.

## Key features

- Augmented reality art installations
- Interactive city exploration
- Encourages outdoor activity
- Showcases local creative talent
- Transforms urban spaces

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/look-up-ar/id1668675303/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Phew

*2024-02-16*

Leaves me wondering how much of Sheffield residents’ council tax was spent on developing this app. If it was only 10p (what’s that a coin?) then it was too much.
There’s one star because it can’t have none.

## Frequently asked questions about Look Up AR

### What is Look Up AR?

Look Up AR is a free augmented reality application that overlays animated artworks onto buildings and spaces in Sheffield, transforming how you experience the city.

### Is Look Up AR free to use?

Yes, Look Up AR is completely free to download and use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices does Look Up AR support?

Look Up AR is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to work on these Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is Look Up AR updated?

The app was last updated on November 26, 2024, with version 1.2.1. This indicates ongoing development and potential for future content additions.

### What is the age rating for Look Up AR?

Look Up AR has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children and families to enjoy together.

### Does Look Up AR require an internet connection?

While not explicitly stated, augmented reality experiences typically require a stable internet connection for content loading and AR tracking. It is recommended to have one.

### Who developed Look Up AR?

Look Up AR was developed by Sheffield City Council (UK), showcasing local creative talent and aiming to encourage people to get outdoors and active.

### What kind of artworks can I expect in Look Up AR?

The app features fun and engaging artworks that animate and bring to life the rooftops and spaces of Sheffield, offering a unique perspective on familiar buildings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2024-11-26

New Artwork: Soccer Kids

Join two of Pete McKee’s characters as they lob and cross the ball across the rooftops of Weston Park Museum and Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

### 1.2 — 2024-11-25

New Artwork: Soccer Kids

Join two of Pete McKee’s characters as they lob and cross the ball across the rooftops of Weston Park Museum and Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

### 1.1.1 — 2023-11-16

Fix for iPhone 15

### 1.1.0 — 2023-07-05

A new piece by British artist Corbin Shaw as part of his role as artist in residence for the Sheffield based festival; Get Together. Find it on Little Kelham Street near Domo restaurant.

### 1.0.2 — 2023-02-07

- Bug Fixes

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*
