Apple patents a mysterious iPhone 'Window'

Apple is getting serious about its push towards augmented reality. The firm has filed a a patent for a mysterious iPhone'window' that could be used to view virtual objects in the real world. Currently, augmented reality features rely on the iPhone camera, but this new window might make those objects more realistic. The'hybrid' display could have a clear segment at the top, allowing users to, for instance, see virtual Pokemon, as they walk down the street. The'hybrid' display could have a clear segment at the top through which users could view virtual objects in the real world, according to a patent filing (pictured) The strange window could create transparent window regions in front and behind the device.