I think were underestimating the Dot Projector on the front of the iPhone X used for FaceID here. It looks like this is something that is equivalent, if not more accurate than the Microsoft Kinect.
Possible Applications I think that could be unlocked in the future.
1) An API similar to the Kinect API, but instead of a device that sits next to your home theater or TV, it's all in your phone. Developers could pretty much use this for any application the Microsoft Kinect has.
2) Detect gestures, and other body parts including hands, fingers, feet.
3) Gaming! Think about Just Dance 2017 for XBox One... on your phone. iPhone screen too small? Put your iPhone X in front of your TV with a stand, and use Airplay to mirror onto your TV through Apple TV.
The Dot Projector can build a unique "lidar-like" projection of your room and identify objects and the distance to them.
What do you guys think? Is this possible? Can anyone think of other ones that could be possible?
Possible Applications I think that could be unlocked in the future.
1) An API similar to the Kinect API, but instead of a device that sits next to your home theater or TV, it's all in your phone. Developers could pretty much use this for any application the Microsoft Kinect has.
2) Detect gestures, and other body parts including hands, fingers, feet.
3) Gaming! Think about Just Dance 2017 for XBox One... on your phone. iPhone screen too small? Put your iPhone X in front of your TV with a stand, and use Airplay to mirror onto your TV through Apple TV.
The Dot Projector can build a unique "lidar-like" projection of your room and identify objects and the distance to them.
What do you guys think? Is this possible? Can anyone think of other ones that could be possible?