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News Release from: STMicroelectronics | Subject: ST 3D motion sensors
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 09 January 2008
Sensors provide new computer inferface
Gyration's new PC mouse works in the air within 30m of its wirelessly connected PC without the need for a desktop surface.
STMicroelectronics' three-axis acceleration sensors are used to enable motion control in the new Air Mouse and Music Remote from Gyration Gyration's in-air motion controls translate natural hand movements into immediate on-screen action, accurately responding to changes in position and direction
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Driven by ST's Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technology, Gyration's new devices also use ST's 8bit microcontrollers for computing and system management tasks.
The small dimensions and low power consumption of ST's 3D motion sensors contribute to the user-friendly size and weight of Gyration's new remote devices and prolong their battery life.
The robust sensor design also provides very high immunity to vibration and shock resistance up to 10,000g.
Gyration's new PC mouse works in the air within 30m of its wirelessly connected PC without the need for a desktop surface.
Its response to hand movements make precise tracking possible virtually anywhere, including in cramped spaces, such as in a taxi cab or on an aeroplane.
Gyration's motion-sensing music remote with an LCD controls all digital home entertainment without the need to turn on the TV or PC monitor.
The motion-control and gesture command technologies allow consumers to navigate, select and play media files with a flick of the wrist.
"MEMS motion sensors are redefining the user experience by enabling intuitive man-machine interaction in consumer applications", said Benedetto Vigna, General Manager of ST's MEMS Product Division.
"Working with the leader in motion-sensing controllers, ST's MEMS devices can offer unprecedented ease of use and freedom to all consumers who want to navigate their PC or home media centre on their terms".
"Our recently introduced UltraSense technology offers the most flexible and responsive in-air mouse capabilities on the market", said Greg Smith, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Movea "By working with the leader in MEMS devices, Movea has taken an additional leap, bringing the very best motion-sensing technology to consumers".
Gyration's Air Mouse and Music Remote devices with ST's motion sensors and microcontrollers inside are scheduled to be on shelves at consumer electronics retailers by mid-2008.
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