Mobile augmented reality company Layar announced version 5.0 of its app, which delivers an improved user interface and adds sharing capabilities through Facebook and Twitter integration. Layar 5.0 also allows for increased interactivity within layers through its new animation capabilities – layers are no longer limited to static content, and icons and objects can “come alive” with animation, which it says will add “a new level of engagement to augmented reality.”

According to the company, it made its improvements to the user interface based on user feedback, stating that “navigating through content is simplified and the interface is more user friendly,” with favourite and recently viewed layers more easily accessible. By connecting Layar with Facebook or Twitter accounts, customers can share favourite layers or augmented screenshots with friends.

The new version of Layar is available on Android devices and for iPhone (iOS 4.0 and higher) users.