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Apple files patent for camera hidden behind display - http://www.appleinsider.com/article...
weblogArt, Dennis Homann, Eril and 21 other people liked this
"According to the document, a similar, additional system could involve two or more cameras, with software combining the two images into one. Video would also be possible by cycling the display "between the active state and the inactive state repeatedly." However, this doesn't necessarily mean a 'dark spot' would appear on the screen during photos, or even start flashing during video capture. "In some embodiments, the mechanism is configured to substantially minimize the period of time in the inactive state to reduce the appearance of flicker of the display screen." The filing explains how today's built-in cameras require a user to look away from the lens in order to see his or her video conferencing participants. "Constantly looking back and forth between the display screen and the camera ... can be distracting and make the conversation seem awkward and unnatural.""
- vijay
from Bookmarklet
more cool 1984 gadgetry coming to pass. Oh, and fahrenheit 451
- Jason Shultz
from twhirl
:-D It is a serious concern though if hackers take over your system. I think apple will throw in a LED that lights up when the cam is active.
- vijay
They should start patenting hidden camera in human's head :)
- Sasha Kovaliov
Sasha, they don't have to hide a cam in our heads, they just need to figure a way to tap out our existing cams, our eyes :-)
- vijay
hello 1984
- Imabug
No they have to hide it - you don't want to know you are being constantly monitored :) U wouldn't let them tap into brain - "apple brain vision" - no way :)
- Sasha Kovaliov
That's cool!
- David Moore
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