Snapchat augmented reality lens to teach users CPR

Once opened, the lens creates a virtual lifesize human dummy on the user's floor. — AFP

LONDON: Snapchat on Thursday launched a new augmented reality lens that teaches users how to perform CPR.

Ahead of World Restart a Heart Day on Oct 16, Snapchat partnered with the Global First Aid Reference Centre and social technology agency GoSpooky to create the new augmented reality experience that teaches the fundamentals of CPR.