Smart Glasses & AR/VR

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Smart Glasses and AR/VR
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Make smart eyewear able to sense movement, direction, gestures and more
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A new frontier in human-machine interfaces powered by TDK custom sensing solutions
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Frames packed with intelligence and promise
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Smart glasses and AR/VR headsets are rapidly moving into the mainstream, emerging as the preferred AI-human-machine interface. 

TDK’s advanced sensing technologies bring smart glasses to life. Our custom-built IMU is designed specifically for smart eyewear and wearable applications, delivering real-time motion tracking in a compact, ultra-low-power form factor. Combined with precision motion sensing, high-fidelity microphones, ultrasonic Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensing, and intelligent on-chip processing, TDK solutions enable seamless interaction, accurate tracking, and context-aware experiences, helping users see, hear, and act in ways never before possible.

 

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High accuracy head orientation tracking
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On-chip 6-axis/9-axis sensor fusion delivers highly accurate, responsive motion sensing 

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Industry's lowest power gyroscope
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Lowest power gyroscope enables always on head orientation tracking  

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Blur-free images and video
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Built-in support for optical and electronic image stabilization improves camera performance 

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Vocal Vibration Detection (VVD)
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High sound fidelity and bone-conduction sensing enables intuitive, reliable speech detection

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Intelligent activity recognition
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Advanced motion triggers and activity classification with parallel decision trees

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High sound fidelity
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Clear voice and rich sound with high-SNR microphones, enabling reliable voice commands, calls, and audio experiences

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TDK adds SmartMotion® for Smart Glasses to its custom sensing solutions for AI glasses and augmented reality
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High-performance IMUs powering next-gen wearables
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From fashion-forward smart glasses to fitness eyewear to AR/VR and extended reality, TDK’s full set of sensor technologies delivers the precision, power efficiency, and embedded intelligence your product demands.
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SmartMotion®
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  • Enable head tracking and orientation sensing for immersive spatial computing 

  • Support gesture recognition and activity detection for intuitive user interaction 

  • Enable reliable speech detection with VibeSense360™ vocal vibration detection (VVD) 

  • Deliver high-precision motion tracking with the ICM-45685 6-axis smart glasses IMU 

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Motion sensing for spatial interaction and wearable system awareness
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SmartSound™
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  • Capture voice clearly for AI assistants, voice commands, and communication 

  • Support speech detection and recognition for responsive voice interfaces 

  • Integrate easily into lightweight wearable designs with ultra-low-power microphones 

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Voice capture for natural human-machine interaction
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SmartSonic™
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  • Perform range-finding and presence or proximity sensing to detect nearby users and objects 
  • Support object detection and avoidance for safer navigation and contextual awareness 
  • Deliver position tracking with true 3D positioning for spatial computing and AR interaction 
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Spatial awareness and environmental sensing for wearable platforms
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SmartMagnetics
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  • Enable rotational sensing for knobs and digital crown-style controls 

  • Detect hinge position and tilt for device orientation and fit monitoring 

  • Support accurate button press detection for responsive user input 

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Magnetic sensing for controls and device awarenes
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A complete sensor-stack enabling a smarter vision
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Explore smart glasses and AR/VR features unlocked by our sensing solutions
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The cutting edge in consumer, enterprise & industrial applications
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Consumer applications
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Smart glasses are bringing augmented reality into everyday life, blending digital information with the physical world. 

  • View directions, notifications, and messages through AR overlays 
  • Track movement and activity for fitness and navigation 
  • Enable immersive media, gaming, and social interaction 
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Enhance everyday experiences with augmented reality
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Industrial applications
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AR-enabled wearables connect frontline workers with remote support and critical information. 

  • Provide real-time remote assistance for field teams 

  • Stream live video for guided troubleshooting and repair 

  • Access instructions and workflows within the field of view 

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Improve maintenance, inspection, and operational efficiency
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Enterprise applications
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Smart glasses are transforming how organizations support frontline teams through hands-free access to information and remote collaboration. 

  • Follow AR-guided instructions for maintenance and repair 

  • Perform inspections with contextual overlays and alerts 

  • Monitor tasks while maintaining situational awarenes

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Enable hands-free collaboration and remote expertise
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Healthcare and medical applications
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Smart glasses support clinical efficiency, training, and remote care. 

  • Access patient data and procedural guidance hands-free 

  • Enable telemedicine and real-time expert collaboration 

  • Support training and monitoring with first-person capture 

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Enhance medical workflows and patient care
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