Proximity detection in mobile devices is traditionally implemented using infrared (IR) sensors. However, adding IR proximity sensors to mobile devices increases system cost. This article discusses ...

Thanks to an IR proximity sensor, [romain] can interrupt the cycle and get the date, time, temperature, or even a smiley animation depending on the number of hand passes over the sensor.

An infrared (IR) proximity sensor, and a small solenoid is combined here to make the 6-Volt DC powered automatic soap dispenser unit. When the infrared sensor detects the close proximity of a hand, it ...

The IR Detector proximity sensor is designed to be compatible with both Arduino and Raspberry Pi platforms, making it a versatile choice for hobbyists and professionals alike.

The GP2Y0D02 is an infrared proximity sensor with a detection field that extends 80cm. This type of sensor can be used to build collision avoidance systems for robots.

The IR proximity sensor enables wireless earbud in-and-out of ear detection to help extend battery life between chargings and can be used in tandem with another TMD2635 to enable elementary ...

The proximity sensing is one of the bare basic feature of any smartphone, but the IR sensor module leaves a ugly dark spot on the front of the phone – something that the ultrasonic sensor won ...

New TCS3701 enables front-facing ambient light and proximity sensing measurements in smartphones with sensor operation under OLED display ...

An Apple patent application published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Thursday describes a system that may one day replace the infrared proximity sensors deployed in current iPhones ...

Vishay’s VCNL4100 is an IR proximity sensor that works up to 1m, and includes an ambient light sensor. Inside, it combines an infra-red (940nm) emitter, photo detectors for proximity and ambient light ...

PREMSTAETTEN, Austria---- ams, a leading worldwide supplier of high performance sensor solutions, today launches the world’ s smallest digital proximity sensor module.