Depth Map

Uncover technical articles and developer guides on HEIC depth map channels. Learn how dual-lens and LiDAR iPhone cameras store disparity and depth metadata inside HEIC files, and how client-side WebAssembly tools inspect, preserve, or extract auxiliary depth data during file conversion.

Converting a live photo to jpg keeps the still frame and leaves the motion clip behind

Published: Aug 17, 2026 Modified: Oct 9, 2026 Privacy & Metadata

Converting a Live Photo to JPG: What Stays and What Goes

Converting a Live Photo to JPG keeps the still frame and drops the motion clip, the sound, and any Portrait…

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