Apple confirmed that it has acquired LinX, an Israel-based company known for producing camera-related technology.
Since the company specializes in creating multi-aperture cameras for mobile gadgets and other hardware for DSLRs, the acquisition could lead to significant improvements in Apple's wide range of devices such as the iPhones, iPads and MacBooks.
Insiders who are aware of the deal between the two companies said that Apple bought LinX for around $20 million, according to Venture Beat. Given the latter's background, it's highly possible that Apple would turn to LinX to produce high-quality cameras for its products.
Mac Rumors is speculating that with LinX's multi-aperture cameras, future Apple devices might no longer have protruding camera lenses. This will not have a negative impact on image quality since multi-aperture cameras can be equipped with several small sensors.
In addition, LinX's technology is able to provide SLR-quality images due to the ability of multi-aperture cameras to capture more details than single ones even in normal and low lighting conditions.
The firm is also known for its clear pixel technology which allows its cameras to reduces the noise level found in images. Combined with LinX multiple apertures, this technology allows LinX's cameras to conduct a detailed depth map of an image to create 3D Models.
This works by taking snapshots of a subject from multiple angels and combining them to create a 3D image.
Since Apple is now the owner of LinX, these technological advances are now readily available for the Cupertino-based firm to use on its future devices. However, Apple refused to share details of its plans with LinX following the acquisition.
According to a representative from the company, it is a common practice for Apple to purchase small tech firms.
"Apple buys smaller technology companies from time to time, and we generally do not discuss our purpose or plans," the representative told Tech Crunch.
