Sony is set to release a new smartphone design this year including the Sony Xperia Z5 and several variations that are rumored to include incredibly high megapixel cameras and a detailed fingerprint scanning sensor along the side. These features and more are sourced from leaked images that showcase the new phone design early to the public.
Along with a sleek and thin design, the new Sony Xperia Z5 smartphones will have a 23-megapixel camera which is one of the highest on the market; for comparison, the Apple iPhone 6 cameras are only 12-megapixels. In addition to the great camera quality, the phones will also have a fingerprint scan start system thanks to a small rectangular button located along the side that will control on/off power. Other features include an Ultra-HD 4K display, VR capabilities and a large screen.
Fingerprint-Scanning Smartphones
Leaked Sony's Xperia Z5 Images Highlight a High Camera Quality
Trend Themes
1. High Megapixel Cameras on Smartphones - The trend towards higher and higher megapixel cameras on smartphones creates opportunities for disruptive innovations in photo and video editing software and tools.
2. Fingerprint Scanning Sensors on Smartphones - As more smartphones incorporate fingerprint scanning sensors, the market for secure apps and data management tools will grow.
3. 4K Displays and Virtual Reality on Smartphones - The integration of 4K displays and virtual reality capabilities in smartphones creates opportunities for disruptive innovations in mobile gaming and entertainment.
Industry Implications
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3. Cybersecurity - As more smartphones incorporate fingerprint scanning sensors, the market for cybersecurity and identity protection tools will grow.