HomePod Firmware Suggests iPhone 8 May Record 4K Video at 60 FPS With Both Front and Rear Cameras

[MacRumors]

We've learned a lot about the upcoming iPhone 8 thanks to HomePod firmware that Apple accidentally released to the public, and the latest detail highlights what we can expect from the front and rear cameras in the device.

Uncovered by Brazilian site iHelp BR, code within the firmware seems to hint at front and rear cameras capable of recording video in 4K at 60 frames per second.

Currently, the rear camera in the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus is able to capture 4K video at 30 frames per second, while the front-facing camera is limited to 1080p recording. Though these specifications are mentioned, it's not yet entirely clear if this is functionality that we can expect to see in the iPhone 8, but the improved frame rate could be useful for the augmented reality applications coming in iOS 11.

From leaks earlier this week, we've also learned that the front and rear facing cameras may also gain "SmartCamera" features able to detect different types of scenes, photo conditions, and photography subjects.

The HomePod firmware has provided a wealth of information about the iPhone, and in addition to these camera changes, it's also confirmed infrared facial recognition, the general shape of the iPhone 8, and features like a split sensor bar and tap to wake.

Article Link: HomePod Firmware Suggests iPhone 8 May Record 4K Video at 60 FPS With Both Front and Rear Cameras

 

[Appleaker]

Really impressive, definitely an attractive selling point.
I’m surprised by the FaceTime camera, especially with size limitations. I hope we see it in Macs.

 

[DanielDD]

Hoping for those 16GB storage tiers

 

[TurboPGT!]

Yes, really happy with this news.

 

[LordQ]

If the front camera records 4K (even in 30fps) it surely will be higher than 8MP, which would be great!

 

[fokmik]

so record 4k@60hz and you can see your content with the new appleTV 4k

 

[dreadlord]

Engineer: New HomePod firmware is ready. Should we release it?
Tim Cook: Are you sure you didn't miss any iPhone 8 feature to include in the firmware?
Engineer: Do not worry, all iPhone 8 feature information is included.
Tim Cook: Release it.
Engineer: Ok.

 

[Royal Gala]

Leakypod strikes again

 

[busyscott]

Homepod is turning out to be quite the treasure trove of iPhone leaks, maybe I should stop talking so much trash on this product........NAH!

 

[44267547]

As if the iPhone 7 camera wasn't good enough. And iPhone camera just keeps getting better and better. This is going to be one big iPhone release.

 

[TrustedTechie]

I so want this to be true!

 

[826317]

As if the iPhone 7 camera wasn't good enough. And iPhone camera just keeps getting better and better. This is going to be one big iPhone release.

Yeah and you still have people doubting it and belittling it. hahaha
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Hoping for those 16GB storage tiers

Even if they made a 16gb tier version, HEVC/H.265 would take care of a lot of it.

 

[Berti10]

It surprises me, that nearly 1 month before the Keynote there are absolutly no detailed rumors about the 7S!

 

[peterh988]

Who needs analysts when the home pod is squealing like a supergrass?

 

[szw-mapple fan]

This might be a side effect of the facial recognition system requiring high resolution front facing cameras.

 

[Markoth]

Hoping for those 16GB storage tiers

Why would Apple downgrade? They already got rid of the 16GB tier, although 32GB is starting to look a little cramped these days too.

 

[nfl46]

Damn. The iPhone 8 is going to be niceeeeee! Every feature is something we've wanted for years. This phone is turning out to be the complete package!

 

[meaning-matters]

iPhone available May 8th?

 

[JohnApples]

What would be the point of a 4K front facing camera? So you can watch "video selfies" in portrait mode on a 4k tv with those beautiful, gigantic black bars on the sides?

Or does this mean the iPhone 8 screen will have 4k resolution???

Kidding.

 

[Sparky2012]

Finally iPhone 8 camera improvements are rumoured/leaking. Was worried we wouldn't be getting much of an improvement over the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. 4K 60fps will be amazing but goodbye storage space

To recap the improvements for the camera's: Lasers for faster autofocus and better AR, 4K 60fps for both cameras, anything else as of yet?

 

[AngerDanger]

The first person to jailbreak the HomePod better put a magic 8 ball app on it.

"HomePod, will I live a long and happy life?"

"Uh, great."

 

[SeenJeen]

Really impressive, definitely an attractive selling point.
I’m surprised by the FaceTime camera, especially with size limitations. I hope we see it in Macs.

What? You mean you don't like the camera in the 2016 MacBook which has the same resolution as my 2007 MacBook?

 

[Surf Boy from Barcelona]

What would be the point of a 4K front facing camera? So you can watch "video selfies" in portrait mode on a 4k tv with those beautiful, gigantic black bars on the sides?

Or does this mean the iPhone 8 screen will have 4k resolution???

Kidding.

Video Vloggers use the front camera all of the time for presenting - 4K 60fps would be great!

 

[GFLPraxis]

Goodbye, storage space!

 

[iGraham4]

I wouldn't be getting my hopes up for 4K 60 FPS for the FaceTime camera. Remember 2 years ago we saw in iOS 9 code that the front camera would have slo mo @ 120 & 240 FPS and panoramic mode.