Experience augmented reality with historical photographs. Scan images from a special collection to bring them to life, restoring voice to still images using a blend of old and new technologies.
2.2.0
June 27, 2025
6 newly tracked images
Talking Tintypes is an augmented reality experience that brings historical photographs to life. It uses your device's camera to scan specific images from the collection and display interactive AR content.
Open the app, click 'Begin', and then scan any photograph from the Talking Tintypes Collection. The app requires camera permissions to scan for images.
You need to be in a location where the Talking Tintypes collection is being exhibited, such as a museum or gallery. Limited content is also available via the artist's website.
No, Talking Tintypes does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on delivering its augmented reality experience.
Talking Tintypes is supported on iPhones and iPads, as indicated by its compatibility with these devices.
The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in its educational and artistic content.
The app was last updated on June 27, 2025, indicating ongoing support and potential for future improvements or content additions.
Talking Tintypes employs an experiential learning methodology by allowing users to interact with historical images through augmented reality, aiming to restore voice and context to the subjects.
