A downloadable game for Android

SOMAR-PROJECT is an open-source XR application sponsored by Portugal Marine Researchers SOMAR (https://somarbio.pt/somar/) and developed by COLLABORA (https://collabora.com). The project aims to raise awareness about the negative impacts of underwater noise pollution, particularly on dolphins and whales. By leveraging immersive technology, SOMAR educates users on the detrimental effects of noise pollution caused by recreational boats and whale-watching activities.

This is an open-source project by Collabora. Sources can be found here :
https://gitlab.collabora.com/somar-project/somar

More information

Download

Download
SOMAR_application_Quest.apk 347 MB
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MONADO.apk 20 MB

Install instructions

Install and run application on your device

If you just want to install and run the application on your XR device or Android Phone AR, this section is for you.

Install Prerequisites

  • OpenXR-compatible XR Headset
    1. Make sure your XR headset is in Developer Mode and can install APKs from unknown sources
    2. Download the right SOMAR-application-XYZ APK for your device.
    3. Sideload the APK onto your device (depending on your device, sideloading method will change) :
    1. Run the newly application from your XR device's UI and enjoy !
  • Recent Android phone
    1. Make sure you own a physical Google Cardboard-Compatible Phone holder with a QR code on the side.
    2. Make sure your Android phone is in Developer Mode and can install APKs from unknown sources
    3. Download the MONADO APK with cardboard support from your phone and install it when asked.
    4. Install the "OpenXR Runtime Broker" from the Google Play Store on your phone.
    5. Run the OpenXR Runtime Broker and check the "Monado" box.
    6. Run the Monado android application on your phone and click the "QR code" logo in top-right corner.
    7. Point your phone camera on the Cardboard QR code and wait until Monado has scanned the code.
    8. Download the SOMAR-application-XYZ APK from your phone and install it when asked.
    9. Insert your phone into the Cardboard phone holder, plug-in your favorite earphones, launch the Somar application and enjoy !