1. A method for processing image data on a mobile device, the method comprising: capturing, via an image sensor, an image that includes a plurality of objects, the plurality of objects including a target object; receiving, from the target object, via a medium other than the image sensor, distinguishing information that is broadcast by the target object, the distinguishing information distinguishes the target object from other ones of the plurality of objects; and using the broadcasted distinguishing information to select, within the captured image, the target object from among the other ones of the plurality of objects.