Sales of 3D Imaging smartphones are poised to take off. Advanced security and Augmented Reality (AR) solutions will be the main drivers. We predict that 3D Imaging, primarily driven by 3D facial authentication, will see over 2600% growth during the next six years and will become one of the key differentiators in higher-end smartphones. This report examines the key technologies used for 3D imaging and is a valuable tool for device vendors, operators, component manufacturers, software developers, financial analysts and other stakeholders who want to identify or prioritize the most popular features penetrating billions of mobile devices worldwide.