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Build AR applications that recognize physical objects and provide real-time spatial guidance. Stijn Spanhove and Pavlo Tkachenko used Gemini 2.5 Pro’s multimodal vision and sound effect prompting capabilities to create an immersive experience with LEGO Smart Bricks and Snap Spectacles.

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