Sony is about to introduce face detection technology with a new laser sensor, far beyond Apple's Face ID

Sony is developing a new laser facial recognition technology that promises greater accuracy than Face ID. This new technology will be integrated into smartphones by the end of 2019 to enhance the security of the device.

According to Satoshi Yoshihara, head of Sony's sensor division, to meet the needs of some smartphone manufacturers, Sony is planning to increase production of 3D sensors for both front and rear cameras.

3D sensors on smartphones can be used for many different purposes and will become popular next year. However, the current main purpose of carriers is to promote 3D face recognition to compete with Face ID from Apple.

Sony is about to introduce face detection technology with a new laser sensor, far beyond Apple's Face ID Picture 1
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Sony's new 3D sensor will use laser signals, measuring the time it takes for a pulse to bounce back to create a map of the depth of the surroundings, which can operate within a distance of 5 meters. It works similar to the way bats identify the environment, make sounds and hear echoes. In this way, 3D sensors can create a more detailed model of the user's face, helping to improve the security of the device.

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