iPhone Duo's Hidden FaceTime Camera Takes 'Trash' Photos
The iPhone Duo 's inner screen has an under-display front camera that's largely hidden from view. It's the first time we've seen an under-display camera on an iPhone, and it turns out there's a reason Apple hasn't used the technology before. Apple said the camera offers 1080p video recording, but didn't mention photo quality. Gizmodo said it's a 4-megapixel camera and described the photos as…
The iPhone Duo's under-display front camera is hidden from view, making it the first of its kind in an iPhone. Apple revealed the camera can record 1080p video, but did not discuss photo quality. Gizmodo reviewed the camera, describing it as having low-res, washed out, and poor sharpness, making it unsuitable for selfies and even for video calls.
Marques Brownlee commented that the camera is very first generation and the photo quality is "trash." Samsung previously utilized under-display cameras but discontinued them due to image quality issues. Reviewers suggest the camera performs better in video than photos and appreciates that it disappears into the background when in use.
The iPhone Duo also features a 12-megapixel front-facing camera on the outer display, which is superior for selfies. Additionally, with the dual displays, the rear cameras can be used for selfies. Some reviews can be found in the review roundup on MacRumors.com.
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