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This article explains how to integrate Snap's Camera Kit AR SDK with Amazon IVS to enhance live streaming with augmented reality effects on Android.

  • Combine Amazon IVS Broadcast SDK with Snap Camera Kit for AR-enhanced live streams
  • Set up Amazon IVS broadcast session and install Camera Kit SDK dependencies
  • Create Camera Kit session and fetch AR Lenses from Snap's repository or Creator Marketplace
  • Use Custom Image Source API to connect Camera Kit output to broadcast session
  • Render augmented frames through Surface to Amazon IVS ingest endpoint
  • Supports single and multiple host streaming scenarios
  • Sample code available on GitHub for Android, iOS, and Web implementations

The integration enables creators to apply real-time AR effects during live broadcasts, enhancing viewer engagement through immersive visual experiences.



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