Versatile Single Sensor: Presence Detection, Facial Recognition, and Always-On Capabilities

Biometric authentication and High Precision Detection (HPD) are rapidly gaining popularity in laptops as users seek enhanced privacy and the convenience of seamless, touch-free login experiences. Traditionally, HPD has relied on Always-On (AON) streaming from the RGB sensor. However, a common issue arises when the physical privacy shutter blocks the RGB sensor, disabling the HPD functionality.

Addressing this challenge, OMNIVISION has introduced a groundbreaking solution by introducing a novel sensor design that integrates the mono-IR and AON technologies. This innovative approach ensures that even when the RGB sensor is obstructed by the privacy shutter, the HPD and facial recognition capabilities remain operational through the separate OV01D sensor. Jason Chiang, the staff marketing manager for computing at OMNIVISION, highlighted the advantages of this new sensor design, stating, "The device maintains ultra-low-power streaming for AON, while the 2-micron pixel offers exceptional sensitivity and MTF performance, enabling seamless HPD and facial authentication functions."

The OV01D1R sensor boasts a cutting-edge mono-IR color filter array that supports both HPD and facial recognition within a single sensing camera. Leveraging PureCel® pixel technology, this raw 1-megapixel sensor operates at low power consumption (4.7mW at 3fps) in a compact 1/6.13-inch optical format. With a resolution of 1280 x 720 at 30 frames per second, the OV01D1R is ideal for integration into notebooks, tablets, monitors, webcams, as well as doorbell and home security cameras.

Excitingly, the OV01D1R sensor is currently available for sampling, with plans for mass production scheduled in Q4 of 2024. This advancement in biometric authentication technology signifies a significant step forward in enhancing user privacy and security across a wide range of devices and applications.

For more information about OMNIVISION's innovative sensor solutions, visit www.ovt.com.