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Movidius, the mobile multimedia processor company, has announced it has partnered with Toshiba Electronics Europe to develop a complete 3D system solution for the smartphone market.
Movidius’ MA1178 has been combined with Toshiba’s 8 Megapixel EDOF (extended depth of field) cameras to enable 3D camera module manufacturers to deliver a compelling 3D imaging solution, ideally suited to top of the range smartphones. EDOF cameras offer distinct advantages over traditional auto-focus in terms of 3D synchronisation.
The Movidius MA1178 Dual ISP and video processor chip seamlessly integrates into the handset’s existing platforms with auto-calibration and configuration functionality to simplify the design process and reduce the cost of manufacture. The Toshiba 8 Megapixel EDOF cameras and the Movidius MA1178 allow a ‘perfect’ focus matching of stereoscopic images, which leads to superior 3D picture quality. …
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