What They Say
Lets Go Digital has spotted a patent application from Google for an under-display camera. The site said (in translation):
The camera sensor and lens are placed under the screen. The second screen is placed directly opposite the camera, it is located below the main screen. A prism or mirror is placed between the camera and the auxiliary display – as illustrated in the above patent image.
When the camera is not in use, the content displayed on the second screen is reflected through the prism on the main display. As soon as the camera is activated, the prism rotates in such a way that incoming light can be collected, in order to be able to take high-quality photo and video recordings. The optical module is shielded by a window that is about 2 to 3 mm in size, according to the documentation.
The small auxiliary display also contains three sensors. The type of sensor can be further determined, such as an environment sensor, a proximity sensor and / or an IR sensor. The latter can be used to enable 3D face detection.
What We Think
Leaked images of the next Google Pixel (6) have been published and show a visible selfie camera, so there it seems that if adopted, this technology might not be available until the product after, at the earliest. (BR)
