Wearables

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Wearables
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A range of sensor variants to match the specific needs of various applications
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Intelligence you can wear, powered by TDK sensors
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Sensors for smarter, more intuitive wearables
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Wearables bring intelligence closer to the human body. Devices like fitness bands, smartwatches, rings and more, deliver real-time insights and seamless interactions. By continuously sensing motion, orientation, sound, and context, wearables turn everyday activity into meaningful, personalized experiences.

TDK powers the next generation of wearables with a complete, ultra-low-power sensing platform spanning motion, magnetic, audio, and ultrasonic time-of-flight technologies. Our MEMS sensors and embedded software enable designers to create smaller, smarter devices with longer battery life and more intuitive human-machine interaction.

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Ultra-low power performance
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Designed for always-on wearables, sensors maximize battery life without compromising accuracy or responsiveness

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Precision motion & orientation
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High-accuracy motion and magnetic sensing deliver reliable tracking, navigation, and gesture control in any environment

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Edge intelligence with Machine Learning
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On-chip machine learning enables accurate activity detection and reduces system complexity for faster time to market

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High fidelity audio
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Ultra-low power microphones enable reliable voice commands,calls and audio experiences

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Core sensing technologies powering the wearable-future
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High-performance IMUs powering next-gen wearables
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Advanced motion, magnetic, audio, and time-of-flight sensing for fitness, health, and immersive applications
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SmartMotion®
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SmartMotion MEMS sensors deliver precise motion and orientation data for wearable systems, enabling responsive interaction, spatial awareness, and advanced motion analytics across next-generation platforms.

  • Enable always-on motion awareness with compact 6-axis IMUs and sensor fusion
  • Support intuitive interaction through head tracking, gesture recognition, and controller motion sensing
  • Enable navigation and immersive experiences with advanced 9-axis sensing (IMU + TMR)
  • Support vibration sensing and vocal vibration detection with VibeSense360™

 

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Motion sensing for wearable interaction and spatial awareness
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SmartSound™
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SmartSound™ MEMS microphones provide high-fidelity acoustic sensing for wearable systems, enabling clear voice capture, always-on sensing, and reliable human-machine interaction.

  • Enable voice interfaces with high SNR, sensitivity, and high acoustic overload point (AOP)
  • Support always-on voice sensing with Acoustic Activity Detect (AAD)
  • Integrate easily into compact wearable platforms with power-efficient, small form-factor designs
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Voice and acoustic sensing for wearable voice interfaces
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SmartSonic™
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SmartSonic ultrasonic Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors add environmental awareness and spatial interaction to wearable platforms, enabling devices to detect presence, distance, and surrounding objects.

  • Enable presence detection, proximity sensing, and range finding for responsive behavior
  • Support gesture interaction, object detection, and 3D positioning
  • Enable spatial awareness for AR/VR and smart glasses experiences
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Spatial awareness and proximity sensing for wearable systems
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SmartMagnetics
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SmartMagnetics Hall and TMR sensors enable intuitive control and precise positioning across wearable devices, including smartwatches, smart rings, and AR/VR systems.

  • Enable intuitive controls such as digital crowns, buttons, dials, and rotational inputs
  • Deliver ultra-low-power magnetic sensing for precise positioning
  • Support always-on operation with long battery life and reliable performance
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Magnetic sensing for control, positioning, and interaction
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A comprehensive sensing foundation for next-gen wearables
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Wearables in action
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Built for the next generation: from everyday wearables to enterprise XR
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Body-worn: Smart rings & health monitoring
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Connected wearables track activity, workouts, and daily movement in real time. 

  • Monitor steps, workouts, and activity levels throughout the day 

  • Track performance with real-time feedback and coaching insights 

  • Use voice commands for hands-free control of apps and functions 

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Enable discreet, always-on health insights
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Wrist-worn: Fitness bands & smart watches
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Compact wearables deliver continuous health and wellness insights. 

  • Track sleep, activity, and recovery trends 

  • Control devices through simple gestures 

  • Receive alerts through vibration and motion-based interaction 

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Turn everyday movement into actionable insights
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Head-worn: AR/VR & smart glasses
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Wearable systems enable immersive and context-aware experiences. 

  • Navigate virtual environments through head tracking and motion interaction 

  • Access real-time information through augmented displays 

  • Support hands-free interaction for collaboration and guided experiences 

    Visit Smart Glasses to learn more

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Create immersive and intuitive spatial experiences
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By admin , 10 February 2026
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