As originally noted by TechCrunch, Qualcomm has released its Augmented Reality Software Development Kit (SDK) for iOS. The SDK allows iOS developers to create impressive augmented reality applications, and is available to download now over at Qualcomm's website.

AppBlaster is a new accessory that users can hook up to their iPhone, and use to shoot aliens and other terrifying creatures in a special augmented reality app called Alien Attack.

Pop Culture Software creates one of the simplest and most endearing AR games with its latest app release.

Augmented reality apps can be quite handy. There are a bunch of tools available on the iPhone that take advantage of this technology. These include rulers, map enhancers, plane finders and many more. We gather the best AR empowered tools in this AppList.

Qualcomm is planning on bringing its impressive Augmented Reality Software Development Kit to iOS, according to a recent report.

Sports were made for augmented reality. These games allow you to interact with your real environment, but virtually. Learn how to toss a boomerang, shoot some hoops, or even run around playing soccer. We showcase the best augmented reality sport apps in this AppList.

Augmented reality apps take advantage of your camera and knowing where you are. These apps are incredibly fun and very useful. We take a look at the best ones in this AppList.

You like betting on matches or outcomes during crucial plays of a soccer game? If so check out Heineken's newest offering called Heineken Star Player. It is currently free on the App Store and designed to coincide with live matches.

A little over seven months since Parrot's AR.Drone became available to the public, the company has finally released the second game app for the quadricopter. The new AR.FlyingAce offers aerial combat using augmented reality technology.

Pocket Jets makes beautiful use of the iPhone 4's camera and gyroscope to create a truly immersive experience. Other than a few minor things, it's hard to find something not to like in this exciting augmented reality game.

Augmented reality apps make ghosts a virtual reality. Have you ever wanted to see a ghost flying around your bedroom? Well, now you can. These apps let you see into the ghost world through your iOS device. We compare them and help you pick out the best one for you in this AppGuide.

We've pulled together the top five fun augmented reality apps. Check them out on today's AppAdvice EXTRA.

Real Maps Plus is an augmented reality app that uses your camera and exact location to capture and share real time images of where you are. For those interested in map applications and augmented reality features, this one could definitely be for you!

Augmented reality apps and shooter apps were made for one another. There is nothing quite like having the battlefield being brought into your own home. There are many different approaches to this genre of AR shooters. We compare the best of them in this AppGuide.

Augmented reality apps provide some true innovation in the app space. There are several different ways to bring AR functionality into apps. One way is by using “print outs.” Print outs are files that you can either print out or display on an iPad. Simply point your iPhone 4, iPod touch 4, or iPad 2 at this print out and the fun begins. We compare the best of the print out augmented reality apps in this AppGuide.

Now that Apple has introduced the use of cameras on its new tablet, the iPad 2, don’t be surprised if your favorite apps begin using Augmented Reality technology. It is already being tested by Germany-based, Metaio and we’ve got the amazing video.

Many people love a good Star Wars game. The iPhone has several options. There are games for those that like to dogfight in X-Wings and those that like a lightsaber battle. We take a look at the best Star Wars games out there in this AppGuide.

Paranormal Activity Sanctuary is a unique augmented reality game experience. In addition to the normal AR features of map based play, the game also incorporates input from the camera, and actually has the player draw to boost powers in the game.

Layar, the development company that has brought iOS a variety of awesome augmented reality applications, has another treat in store - this time, for developers. A free tool called "Layar Player" reportedly allows developers to "embed augmented reality directly into [their] own iPhone app."

The popular destination finding iOS application, Where To?, has recently been updated. Now, fans of the application can take advantage of "Where To? 3D"; an impressive augmented reality mode. However, the new feature doesn't come for free.

The popular augmented reality app, Layar Reality Browser, has recently been updated. While the new version brings some handy features, it comes with a major bug ...

Word Lens is a new iOS app that uses the power of "augmented reality" to instantly translate text viewed via the iPhone's camera. Read on to find out more ...

Star Wars Arcade: Falcon Gunner was just released giving you tie-fighter shooting with augmented reality. Read on to find out how it performs.