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New information regarding the Apple foldable smartphone indicates a significant change in the way the device will be unlocked. According to the latest reports, the iPhone Fold will not use Face ID technology or the signature Dynamic Island interface element. Instead, Apple is expected to implement a small punch-hole camera in the screen, similar to many Android smartphones.
Why Apple is Dropping Face ID
The reason for this decision is primarily the device's design. In the case of the folding iPhone, the external screen is much thinner than in classic models, making it difficult to place the entire set of sensors needed for Face ID to function. For this reason, Apple has decided to return to Touch ID, which will be located in the power button. This solution is already known from some iPad models and older iPhones.
The new screen design also means a change in the appearance of the front of the device. Instead of Dynamic Island, the folding iPhone will feature a small hole for the front camera. Apple also tested a more advanced solution in the form of a camera hidden under the screen, but the quality of the photos did not meet the company's expectations. Ultimately, a simpler and more proven variant was chosen.
Changes Also in Other Apple Devices
Interestingly, a similar design with a camera in a hole may also appear in other Apple products. According to reports, this solution may also make its way to future models of MacBook Pro with a touchscreen, suggesting that the company plans to introduce a more cohesive look for its devices.
The foldable iPhone is shaping up to be one of the most interesting projects from Apple in recent years. The abandonment of Face ID in favor of Touch ID and the use of a camera in the screen hole show that the device's design necessitates a new approach to hardware design. However, we still have to wait for the official launch of the iPhone Fold; Apple has yet to confirm the release date for the device.
source: Bloomberg
