Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Note 10 series smartphones next month and ahead of that, the company has trademarked “DepthVision Lens” technology. Similar to most other trademark filings, there are no details provided regarding this tech.
However, given that the application was filed under Class 9 that covers things such as smartphone cameras, 3D scanning, and smartphone camera software, it’s safe to say that the trademark is indeed related to cameras.
The DepthVision Lens technology is now expected to be present on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series’ camera. Since the technology seems related to 3D scanning, it could be a part of the camera setup that will include Time of Flight (ToF) sensors.
Reports indicate that the Galaxy Note could come with ToF sensors and the top-end variant in the lineup is said to have two ToF sensors. Thus, it seems very likely that the DepthVision Lens is the company’s name for the 3D camera function. Also, the company had recently trademarked “Make & Play 3D”, another instance which hints at the ToF sensors related function.
Apart from this, the upcoming next-generation Galaxy Note series phones are expected to come with the three-step variable aperture setting. This is probably to offer better pictures in low-light conditions and better portrait shots. Given the reports and leaks, it seems that the company is focusing more on the Galaxy Note 10’s camera technology. To know for sure, we’ll have to wait for the official announcement.
Samsung has already confirmed that it is holding its “Unpacked” launch event on 7th August where the company will unveil the next-generation Galaxy Note series of smartphones — Samsung Galaxy Note 10. We are also expected to hear more about the Galaxy Fold, the company’s first foldable smartphone.
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