18398158. IMAGE CAPTURING METHOD USING PLURALITY OF CAMERAS, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREFOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
IMAGE CAPTURING METHOD USING PLURALITY OF CAMERAS, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREFOR
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IMAGE CAPTURING METHOD USING PLURALITY OF CAMERAS, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18398158 titled 'IMAGE CAPTURING METHOD USING PLURALITY OF CAMERAS, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE THEREFOR
Simplified Explanation
An electronic device with multiple image sensors is described in the patent application. The device includes a processor, a display, and memory storing instructions for executing a camera application. The device activates all image sensors based on a specified event through the camera application, determines which sensor outputs image data to be displayed, sets different resolutions for the image data acquired by each sensor.
- Explanation of the patent/innovation:
- The electronic device has multiple image sensors for capturing images. - The device can determine which sensor's data is displayed on the screen. - It sets different resolutions for the image data from each sensor, with the main sensor having a higher resolution than the secondary sensor.
- Potential applications of this technology:
- This technology can be used in smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices with multiple cameras. - It can improve image quality by utilizing different resolutions for different sensors.
- Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures that the best quality image data is displayed on the screen. - Optimizes the use of multiple image sensors in electronic devices.
- Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced image quality and resolution. - Efficient use of multiple image sensors for better overall performance.
- Potential commercial applications of this technology:
- Smartphone manufacturers can integrate this technology into their devices to enhance camera capabilities. - Companies developing electronic devices with multiple cameras can utilize this innovation to improve image processing.
- Possible prior art:
- Prior art may include patents related to image sensor technology and camera applications in electronic devices.
- Unanswered Questions:
- How does this technology impact battery life in electronic devices?
- The patent application does not mention the impact of using multiple image sensors on the device's battery life. Further research or testing may be needed to determine this.
- Are there any limitations to the resolution settings for the image data from each sensor?
- The patent application does not specify any limitations on the resolution settings for the image data. It would be important to understand if there are any constraints or drawbacks to this aspect of the technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device includes: a plurality of image sensors including a first image sensor and a second image sensor; a processor; a display connected to the processor; and memory storing instructions being executable by the processor, which cause the electronic device to at least: execute a camera application; activate all of the plurality of image sensors, based on at least one of a specified event executed through the camera application, determine a first image sensor among the plurality of image sensors as an image sensor outputting image data to be displayed on the display, set a resolution of first image data acquired through the first image sensor as a first resolution, and in response to the determination, set a resolution of second image data acquired through a second image sensor among the plurality of image sensors as a second resolution lower than the first resolution.
