Apple's next smartphone (iPhone 6s) may feature a glasses-free 3D display, according to a report in a Taiwanese media website. The report adds that Apple is aiming to create a 3D "hardware and software ecosystem."
The report states that Apple is working on a new 3D display, that is not supported by the in-cell technology used in current iPhone screens. In September, Apple had received a patent that supports the use of holograms on an iPhone display while using multi-touch. Apple also purchased PrimeSense last year which created the 3D motion-sensing technology behind Microsoft's Kinect accessory for Xbox.
Apart from Apple, other electronics giants have also launched smartphones with 3D displays, HTC had launched the EVO 3D smartphone with glasses-free 3D images and LG had launched the Optimus 3D in 2011. The smartphones didn't only have 3D displays, but allowed users to view YouTube videos in 3D as well as click 3D pictures.
Earlier this year, Amazon had also launched Fire Phone with a 3D display, which had front-facing cameras that created a glasses-free 3D holographic effect for the user. Internet giant Google has also announced Project Tango research project which aims to bring 3D technology to smartphones.
Google stated that the prototype smartphone is equipped with a collection of chips, cameras and sensors that create a three-dimensional map of user's surroundings. The company stated that the tech applications could include indoor navigation for the blind and more immersive videogames.
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