iOS 14 Code Suggests Upcoming iPhones Will Come with LiDAR Sensors

Mar. 28, 2020

After developers from 9to5Mac got their hands on iOS 14 code, they foundevidence of a new app on which Apple might be workingright now. This app is related to the augmented reality (AR) capabilities of the device and require the use of a LiDAR sensor. The app is currently codenamed Gobi and it willallow users to map their environment to view more informationon a product like it’s price or ingredients. The result will appear in the real world by using AR technology.

As per the report, Apple is currently testing and training the app with Starbucks. Apple will also likely release an SDK or API integration to support third-party apps. As of this moment, it is unknown if the company would give the API for free or charge some royalties and keep it limited to selected partners.

Now, reportedly the time-of-flight (ToF) sensor will feature an infrared projector. This sensorenables the camera system to capture a 3D model of the scenein front. The technology is similar to the TruDepth camera system that enables FaceID in the newer iPhones.

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