Machines and methods for processing images and computer-readed invariant media

Abstract

The invention relates to a machine and method for processing images and a computer-readable, invariant means. A hidden camera is positioned beneath the screen of a mobile device. The hidden camera captures images by using light passing through a portion of the screen. The mobile device displays the image on the screen, the image displayed based on the image. The mobile device displays an indicator on top of the image displayed on the indicator area of ​​the screen, hidden with a portion of the screen. The indicator can identify the camera's position. Mobile devices can compensate for camera obstruction by continuing to display the previously shown image if a closer image includes the obstruction. Mobile devices may provide users with alternative ways to select areas of the image to avoid camera obstruction, such as using hardware buttons and / or touchscreen interface elements.