# 3D-Scanning Smartphones The Sony Xperia XZ1's Camera Doubles as a 3D Scanner By Joey Haar | Published 2017-08-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-xz1 References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2017/08/31/sonys-xperia-xz1-will-ship-with-android-oreo-and-a-camera-doubles-as-a-3d-scanner/) [Sony's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-1-v) Xperia line of smartphones have always been on the cutting edge of phone-mounted camera technology, and the Xperia XZ1 is no exception. The new smartphone's camera not only takes excellent pictures and video, but it doubles as a [3D scanner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shining-3d). Xperia XZ1s come with a feature called 3D Creator, which combines new developments in both hardware and software to let users scan objects and upload them digitally. The phone can scan specific objects like faces, heads, and food, as well as a few others. Though the practical uses for such a vanguard piece of tech are relatively limited at the moment, Sony hopes that they could be used for [3D printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneshot) or uploading faces into video games in the near future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Scanning Smartphones:** Smartphone companies can develop new smartphones with built-in 3D scanning technology that can be used for a variety of purposes such as 3D printing or uploading faces into video games. - **Smartphone-based 3D Creator:** Developers can create new software that enhances the capabilities of smartphone users, such as the 3D Creator that allows users to scan objects and upload them digitally. - **Cutting-edge Phone-mounted Camera Technology:** Smartphone companies can continue to develop their phone-mounted camera technology by integrating 3D scanning capabilities to provide a unique user experience and give a competitive edge to their brand. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphones:** Smartphone companies can integrate 3D scanning technology into their products to differentiate their brand and appeal to new customers. - **3D Printing:** With the integration of 3D scanning technology, 3D printing companies can increase the speed and accuracy of their production process by using smartphone-generated 3D models. - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can enhance their gaming experience by allowing users to upload 3D-scanned faces into their games, thereby creating a more personalized and immersive experience for the user. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Image Sensor-Upgrade Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-1-v.md) - [Mobile 3D Scanning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realityscan.md) - [Flagship AI-Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-1-vii.md) - [Photography-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax-phone.md) - [Hyper-Speedy Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-1-iv.md) - [Premium Camera-Intact Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-5-v.md) - [Masterful Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-5-v.md) - [Display-Equipped 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-miraco.md) - [Pocket-Sized 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-3d-scanner.md)