# Truebyte

> Truebyte is an AR (Augmented Reality) menu platform for restaurants. Diners see realistic 3D models of dishes on their table before ordering — improving confidence, reducing waste, and increasing average order value.

## About

Truebyte provides restaurants with interactive AR menus. Customers scan a QR code or tap a link to view photorealistic 3D food models in augmented reality, directly on their table. No app download is required on iOS (via App Clip) and Android (via WebAR).

- Founded: 2024
- Headquarters: Turkey
- Platform: iOS App, iOS App Clip, Android WebAR, Web Dashboard
- Website: [https://thetruebyte.com](https://thetruebyte.com)

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://thetruebyte.com/): Platform overview, features, and how it works
- [Blog](https://thetruebyte.com/blog/): Articles on AR technology, food psychology, and restaurant innovation
- [About](https://thetruebyte.com/about/): Meet the Truebyte team and our mission
- [Contact](https://thetruebyte.com/contact/): Partnership inquiries for restaurants
- [Privacy Policy](https://thetruebyte.com/privacy-policy/): Data handling and privacy information

## Blog Posts

- [The Future of AR in Restaurants](https://thetruebyte.com/blog/future-of-ar/): How augmented reality is transforming the dining experience
- [Restoranlarda AR'ın Geleceği](https://thetruebyte.com/blog/ar-nin-gelecegi/): Artırılmış gerçekliğin yemek deneyimini nasıl dönüştürdüğü
- [Visual Appetite Psychology](https://thetruebyte.com/blog/visual-appetite-psychology/): The science behind how seeing food in 3D affects ordering decisions
- [Görsel İştah Psikolojisi](https://thetruebyte.com/blog/gorsel-istah-psikolojisi/): 3D yemek görsellerinin sipariş kararlarına etkisinin bilimi

## How It Works

1. Restaurant partners upload their menu items and 3D food models via the Truebyte Admin panel.
2. Customers scan a QR code at the restaurant table or tap a link.
3. On iOS, an App Clip launches instantly (no download needed). On Android, a WebAR experience opens in the browser.
4. Customers view photorealistic 3D models of dishes placed on their actual table using AR.
5. They can rotate, zoom, and explore each dish before ordering.

## Key Facts

- No app download required: iOS uses App Clip technology, Android uses 8th Wall WebAR.
- Average order value increases by 15-25% when customers see dishes in AR before ordering.
- Reduces food waste by helping customers visualize portion sizes accurately.
- 3D models are photorealistic and rendered in real-time using ARKit (iOS) and WebXR (Android).
- Available in Turkish and English.
- Supports multiple restaurant partners with individual menus and branding.

## Technology

- Mobile App: React Native (Expo) with native Swift AR modules
- App Clip: Native Swift + ARKit (under 15MB for instant launch)
- WebAR: 8th Wall + Three.js for Android/desktop browsers
- Web: Next.js with static export, hosted on Firebase
- Backend: Firebase (Firestore, Cloud Functions, Hosting)
- 3D Models: USDZ (iOS) and GLB/GLTF (Android) formats

## Contact

- Email: info@thetruebyte.com
- Instagram: @thetruebyte
- X (Twitter): @thetruebyte
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thetruebyte
- Website: https://thetruebyte.com/contact/