Polycam, the leading mobile 3D capture platform, announced the availability of 3D spatial capture on non-LiDAR iPhones, making it possible for anyone with an iPhone 13 or newer to create 3D scans using only a standard camera
Historically, capturing spaces with Polycam was restricted to users with more expensive iPhone Pro and iPad Pro devices equipped with LiDAR sensors. This update removes that barrier. According to Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, more than half of iPhones sold are non-Pro models. This update effectively opens professional-grade 3D scanning to an estimated 800 million people for free.
The ability to capture the real world in 3D has enormous implications for how people plan, document, and change our spaces.
For decades, this capability has been reserved for a narrow group of professionals with specialized tools. Instead of relying on dedicated laser sensors, Polycam’s new approach uses computer vision and machine learning to infer spatial depth from video captured on a standard camera. Scanning a space is as simple as recording a video. During capture, an on-device AI model provides real-time visual feedback to help users scan efficiently: no internet connection required. After capture, users choose: process immediately on-device for fast, accurate results anywhere, or upload to the cloud for maximum detail.
For more, visit https://poly.cam.