Camera lens supplier selected for Apple's second-generation iPad - rumor
Rumors that a Taiwanese company has been selected to exclusively supply camera lens modules for Apple's forthcoming second-generation iPad have been unsurprisingly met with a "no comment."
Market rumors in Taiwan have suggested that Largan Precision was selected as the sole supplier of lens modules for the forthcoming iPad upgrade, according to DigiTimes. In a filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Largan refused to comment.
The report made no mention of how many megapixels the cameras might be, or even how many cameras might be included on the new iPad. Largan reportedly supplies 5-megapixel lenses for the iPhone 4.
Rumors of a camera-equipped iPad have swirled for months, and some evidence has even suggested that Apple originally planned at one point to include a camera in the first-generation model. However, Tuesday's rumor is the first time that Largan Precision has been named as a potential camera lens component supplier.
As reported by AppleInsider in September, Apple plans to aggressively push its FaceTime video chat open standard by releasing a new iPad model equipped with a camera. FaceTime was introduced in June, when the iPhone 4 launched with a forward-facing camera.
Some reports have claimed that, like the iPhone 4, Apple's second-generation iPad will include two cameras -- one forward-facing, and one rear-facing. While a device like the iPad, with a 9.7-inch screen, may not be practical for shooting photos with a rear-facing camera, its inclusion could be utilized for augmented reality applications and games.
Market rumors in Taiwan have suggested that Largan Precision was selected as the sole supplier of lens modules for the forthcoming iPad upgrade, according to DigiTimes. In a filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Largan refused to comment.
The report made no mention of how many megapixels the cameras might be, or even how many cameras might be included on the new iPad. Largan reportedly supplies 5-megapixel lenses for the iPhone 4.
Rumors of a camera-equipped iPad have swirled for months, and some evidence has even suggested that Apple originally planned at one point to include a camera in the first-generation model. However, Tuesday's rumor is the first time that Largan Precision has been named as a potential camera lens component supplier.
As reported by AppleInsider in September, Apple plans to aggressively push its FaceTime video chat open standard by releasing a new iPad model equipped with a camera. FaceTime was introduced in June, when the iPhone 4 launched with a forward-facing camera.
Some reports have claimed that, like the iPhone 4, Apple's second-generation iPad will include two cameras -- one forward-facing, and one rear-facing. While a device like the iPad, with a 9.7-inch screen, may not be practical for shooting photos with a rear-facing camera, its inclusion could be utilized for augmented reality applications and games.
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The report made no mention of how many megapixels the cameras might be, or even how many cameras might be included on the new iPad. Largan reportedly supplies 5-megapixel lenses for the iPhone 4.
Anything more than that is overkill. The lens is going to have dust and smudges on it, just like my iPhone. It doesn't need to be hi-res.
A camera is the last thing I need on my iPad, this feature was pushed for by the braindead crowd.
I won't buy the thing until it has a front-facing camera and the ability to make Facetime calls. I suppose that makes me part of the "braindead crowd."
A camera is the last thing I need on my iPad, this feature was pushed for by the braindead crowd.
Curious and funny. You're funny zindako.
I won't buy the thing until it has a front-facing camera and the ability to make Facetime calls. I suppose that makes me part of the "braindead crowd."
Me too
Once the iPad gets front facing camera I'll think about getting one. Would like to see retina display, the carbon fibre cover and an improved battery would be nice too. I don't think storage capacity matters on it.
I understand the iPad has lots of empty space inside, but more battery means more weight.
A camera is the last thing I need on my iPad, this feature was pushed for by the braindead crowd.
Aren't you adorable
Largan reportedly supplies 5-megapixel lenses for the iPhone 4.
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The author of this sentence seems to have at least two basic misunderstanding about how a camera works.
Clue: Lenses are not rated in megapixels.
I understand the iPad has lots of empty space inside, but more battery means more weight.
And weight is really the main issue (if you can even call it an issue) with the Ipad, IMO. Apple devices tend to be on the heavy side due to their large batteries. I'm not so convinced that their battery tech is really much better than the competition, just their engineering has improved greatly to accommodate-- exhibited in the iphone 4, Ipad and now the new MB Airs.
A camera is the last thing I need on my iPad, this feature was pushed for by the braindead crowd.
Count slowly to ten, reread the article, think again, then you might realize, that cameras are not ubiquitously meant to take pictures There are a lot of applications which need camera feed to function. Augmented reality is just one of many features.
Really I am looking forward to see the iPad with front and rear camera. It will definitely be my next iPad!!
Clue: Lenses are not rated in megapixels.
My thought exactly.
The author of this sentence seems to have at least two basic misunderstanding about how a camera works.
Clue: Lenses are not rated in megapixels.
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You're crazy!! Why just the other day, I was buying windows and the salesman showed me some 12.1 megapixel glass! Surely a glass camera lens would be rated the same!
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I won't buy the thing until it has a front-facing camera and the ability to make Facetime calls. I suppose that makes me part of the "braindead crowd."
I'm pretty sure that none of your friends want to see an "up the nose" video of you.
It makes absolutely zero sense to have a rear-facing camera on an iPad. Are you really going to hold that thing up to take pictures with it???
When I use my digital camera I don't walk around holding it up constantly. I raise it, aim and shoot a photo and then lower the camera. Why can't I do the same with an iPad?
Tim
It makes absolutely zero sense to have a rear-facing camera on an iPad. Are you really going to hold that thing up to take pictures with it???
Several people have already pointed to augmented reality.
How about code scanning? I can see many business uses (inventory control and such) where having a camera would be essential.
Sure, for taking pictures of your friends at a party or on the beach, the iPad makes little sense. However, give app developers a little credit! Cameras open up many possibilities...
It makes absolutely zero sense to have a rear-facing camera on an iPad. Are you really going to hold that thing up to take pictures with it???
Bageljoey was polite in his reply, so i will try to be, too.
PLEASE READ posts before you reply to them.