How context-aware edge AI sensors will redefine consumer electronics

By Simone Ferri, APMS Group VP, MEMS Sub-Group General Manager

Imagine a drummer, lost in the groove, her mind focused solely on her music. She pauses, looks at her smartphone; not for the time, but to get instant feedback on her performance: tempo, precision, and even technique. The smart drumsticks in her hands have been collecting real-time data, measuring her beat, force, and rhythm with accuracy. The smartphone connected to these drumsticks offers immediate guidance on how to improve and pinpointing areas for refinement.

This is quickly becoming a reality. Today’s technology is rapidly moving from simple tracking of heart beats and steps to a new generation of smart devices able to contextualize user movements. These devices can provide deep insights that go beyond the surface level. Wearables and smart devices are becoming smarter, with edge AI sensors enabling context-aware intelligence.

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