Samsung Electronics is rumored to implement - for the first time - a dual-camera system in its next flagship smartphone Galaxy Note 8.

Industry sources in South Korea claim that electronics giant is preparing to adopt the dual-camera system in its upcoming Galaxy Note 8 that is to be released in second half of this year. The dual-camera technology allows users to adjust focus and have the background blurred out when they shoot pictures. Dual-camera setups also provides a faster autofocus speed. The cameras are expected to be made by Samsung's affiliate, Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co.

It would be the first time for the company to adopt the dual camera technology on its smartphone.