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iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 14.2 let people who are blind detect others around them – CNET
A new People Detection features uses lidar to alert iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max and iPad Pro users how close other people are.
The lidar scanner on Apple’s new iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max enables new AR features — and the ability for people who are blind or low vision to detect others around them.
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Apple’siPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max have a new feature for users who are blind or low vision — the ability to essentially see other people coming. The feature went live for iPhone and iPad users on Thursday with the launch of iOS 14.2.
The devices make use of the new lidar sensor on the back of the phones…
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