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LiDAR-Enabled 5G Smartphones

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Packs a Super Retina XDR Display and More

— October 14, 2020 — Tech
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max have been unveiled by the tech brand as its latest pro-grade smartphones to offer prosumers with a way to achieve ultra-fast connectivity and more. The smartphones are characterized by their 5G connectivity that will enable them to achieve blazing-fast downloads, while the edge-to-edge Super Retina XDR display will offer ultra-rich visuals. Users can also enjoy the new LiDAR Scanner functionality to help enable augmented reality (AR) content and more.

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are also built with a stainless steel band around the edge of the device along with the Ceramic Shield front cover on the glass. This is reported to deliver four-times better resistance to breakage upon impact.

Image Credit: Apple
Trend Themes
1. Lidar-enabled Smartphones - Opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to integrate LiDAR technology for advanced augmented reality experiences.
2. 5G Connectivity - Opportunity for telecom companies to expand their 5G networks and offer faster download speeds to smartphone users.
3. Super Retina XDR Display - Opportunity for display technology companies to create ultra-rich visual experiences for smartphones.
Industry Implications
1. Smartphone Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in integrating LiDAR technology and offering advanced AR capabilities in smartphones.
2. Telecommunications - Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in expanding 5G networks and providing superior connectivity to smartphone users.
3. Display Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing Super Retina XDR displays for smartphones, enabling stunning visual experiences.
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