Banuba

Banuba is a computer vision lab based in Nicosia, Cyprus, founded in 2016. The company employs between 100 and 249 people and works with a minimum project budget of $10,000 to $25,000, charging an average hourly rate of $149. It describes itself as providing the most immersive Face AR technology for brands and developers.

The agency's core expertise lies in augmented reality SDKs for face filters, 3D masks, facial animation, and AR beauty features. Its technologies power two main areas: AR communication and AR commerce, helping users self-express creatively while enabling brands to bring products to consumers through AR.

Banuba offers a range of SDKs and tools including the Face Filter SDK, Makeup SDK with virtual try-on (TINT), hair/eyes/skin recolouring, background remover, face morphing, avatar and live emoji creation, AR video editing tools, and Unity face filter plugins. These products support Android, iOS, HTML5, and Unity platforms.

Key features of Banuba's technology include 3D face tracking optimized for early iOS and Android devices, powerful rendering for realistic face filters with animation, triggers, physics, occlusion, and real-world lighting support. The company also provides Effect Constructor and Viewer tools for quick effect construction and preview, plus a catalogue of 1,000 AR effects that developers can purchase or license.

Banuba's client roster includes Bluepixel, Teatime, Gucci, EyeBow, Skyeng, and Akoa, indicating work across consumer-facing sectors. The profile does not list specific industries served, but the client names suggest retail, beauty, education, and entertainment contexts.

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