According to Huawei’s newly obtained camera utility patent, your face and skin structure can be analyzed to make recommendations based on that information.
The patent mentions a triple-camera system capable of taking 3D facial images for accurate facial analysis. This is a so-called utility patent, which means Huawei can implement the patented technology in different ways.
For example, the document mentions that in flip phones, such a camera could be integrated into devices such as the P50 Pocket. However, the patent image shows an ordinary mobile phone model.
Also, Huawei may decide to make it an optional accessory, as a kind of smart mirror. In this case, the smart mirror will be able to stand alone and work with your phone. Finally, it could also be a removable camera – either standalone or integrated.
To get a better idea of the patented technology, graphic designer Parvez Khan (aka Technizo Concept) created a series of product images based on the patent documents. The three cameras are able to capture a 3D model.
The camera system can provide information about your pores, wrinkles, acne, blackheads, dark spots, red areas, dark circles, or a combination of these. The user can rotate the face as they wish through the circular touch display, so you can analyze a certain part of the face explicitly.
Computational methods are quite advanced, such as measuring the depth and size of pores. For example, the number of blackheads around the nose can also be determined. Also, provide information about your nose folds and crow’s feet.
Next, the photo of the face that was taken will be displayed on the phone screen. Various scores such as skin score and pore score are displayed. Tips and suggestions for improving skin structure are also given. You can also send an evaluation report if you wish, for example by email or leave a message.
In recent years, mobile devices have been equipped with an increasing number of sensors and cameras that can collect medical data. This applies not only to smartphones but also to smartwatches, eg. Last month, Huawei released the Watch D, the brand’s first smartwatch with a blood pressure monitor and an electrocardiogram to measure heart rate.