Bubblegum & Trent
Trent
Hey Bubblegum, I’ve been crunching data on how immersive tech like AR is turning ordinary coffee shops into interactive experiences—got any ideas on how we could make that happen?
Bubblegum
Wow, that sounds like a blast! Picture this: customers scan a latte art sticker and boom— a little 3D barista pops out to pour the foam with a wink. Or they tap a menu card and a floating hologram shows the coffee’s origin story, with little animated beans dancing around. We could throw in a quick “choose your own flavor adventure” where they swipe to pick ingredients and watch a virtual cup build itself. And for the big finale, a hidden AR treasure hunt in the shop—find the secret espresso bean, snap a pic, and unlock a free pastry! Let’s bring some sparkle to the brew!
Trent
Sounds fun, but we need a clear use‑case and a solid tech stack before we throw in AR wizardry. Think about camera latency, battery drain, and how the hologram will be anchored in a busy café. If we can nail the core UX and keep it lightweight, the “secret bean” hunt could drive foot traffic and social shares. Keep the prototype lean, test with a few tables first, and then scale. Let's turn that sparkle into measurable engagement.
Bubblegum
Got it, let’s keep it snappy and sweet—like a quick espresso shot! Start with a single AR sticker that pops up a tiny, friendly barista who explains the brew, then let customers tap to choose a flavor upgrade. Use WebXR for easy browser access, keep the models tiny, and test on just a couple of tables—once it runs smooth, we’ll spread the word. Easy, breezy, and ready to turn every sip into a share‑worthy moment!
Trent
Nice plan, just set up a simple analytics layer to track sticker scans and flavor taps, keep models under 5MB, and use WebXR fallback for older browsers.
Bubblegum
Sounds perfect! I’ll get the tiny models prepped, set up a quick tap counter, and hook up a dashboard that pops up with a fun “You’re a coffee hero!” badge every time someone scans. Let’s make every swipe a win!