The concept of biometric technology might seem a bit far fetched for some to really grasp because of the science fiction-like status that it has, but what we're seeing is that the integration of it into everyday life is happening far quicker than anticipated. Utilizing everything from facial recognition software to devices that monitor your vitals, biometric technology is making waves for being both convenient and invasive; whichever side of the spectrum you're on, you'll find a variety of different interesting examples of how biometric technology is closer to your person than you think.
As we enter a new age where computers and smartphones have moved past ubiquity to simply being completely engrained, it's clear we'll continue to see the expansion of biometric technology for years to come.
58 Biometric Technology Innovations
From Epilepsy-Tracking Shirts to Fitness Tracking Earbuds:
Michael Hemsworth — Aug 30, 2014 — Business
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Emotionally-Charged Phones
The Blackberry Empathy Conveys Feelings Using a Biometric Ring
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Tattooed Electronic Skin Sensors
These Researchers Developed Tattooable Health Monitoring Sensors
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Inner Child-Capturing Apps
The 'Baby and Me' App Scans Your Face to Show You Your Younger Self
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Face-Recognizing Rides
Toyota's Smart Insect Prototype Uses Kinect Technology to Identify Owners
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Facial Recognition Snack Machines
This Facial Recognition Vending Machine Personalizes Purchases
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Blind Spot Eliminators
The A Plus Pillar Displays Surroundings in Real-Time in the Front Beams
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Facial Recognition Doorbells
The Chui Offers Revolutionary Secure Access to One's Home
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Identity-Scanning Turnstiles
The Lunar Facial Recognition Payment System Streamlines the Subway
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Vein-Scanning Payment Systems
The Quixter Vein Scanner Reads the Unique Patterns on Your Palm
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Epilepsy-Tracking Shirts
This Top is About Detecting Epileptic Seizures and Collecting Data
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Touch-Free Technology Systems
Sesame Enable is Opening the Door to Hands-Free Touchscreen Use
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Photo-Snapping Mirrors
The Selfie Mirror by iStrategyLabs Snaps Pics and Puts Them on Twitter
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Facial Recognition Product Dispensers
Sanden Vending Machine Provides Extreme Customization
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Facial Recognition Cat Feeders
The Bistro Cat Feeder Has Feline Facial Recognition for Portioning
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Eye-Operated Lenses
The Iris Camera Sees the World How You Really See It
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Rage-Preventing Gaming Headsets
The Immersion Headset Can Control Your Gaming Rage
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Emotional Messaging Apps
The Xpress App Uses Replaces Emojis with Your Own Expressive Selfies
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Iris-Verified Online Security
Hoyos Group EyeLock Will See that You Never Get Hacked Again
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Selfie-Unlocked Phone Apps
The FaceCrypt Password App Unlocks Phones with a Selfie
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Eye Scanning Phone Locks
The Eyeverify Ensures It's You by Scanning Your Eye In a Snap
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Retail Recommending Booths
Inspiration Corridor Offers Fashion Suggestions and Helps Locate Items
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Selfie-Sprucing Software
This MIT Selfie Technology Converts Ordinary Selfies into Pro Portraits
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Fingerprint Scanning Deadbolts
This Deadbolt Allows for Keyless, Fingerprint-Enabled Entry
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Vital Sign Video Games
The Biometric Steam Box Controller Confirmed in Development
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Palm Print-Scanning ATMs
The New Chase Bank Electronic Banking Kiosks Could Use Biometric Scanning
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Biometric Bar Tabs
The Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel Utilizes the Biometric PayTouch System
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Sensor-Equipped Basketballs
The 94Fifty Bluetooth Basketball Uses Internal Sensors to Help Coaches
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Anti-Imposter Phone Cases
The AOptix Stratus Has Four Layers of Mobile Identity Verification
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Face-Dialing Phones
A Phone for Seniors Lets You Scan Pictures to Call People
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Emotional Reaction Detectors
The NeoFace Facial Recognition Program Analyzes Customers' Behavior
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Yawn-Activated Vending Machines
Douwe Egberts' Coffee Machine is Clever Marketing
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Face Check-Ins
Facedeals Uses Facial Recognition Technology to Check You Into a Location
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Robotic Shopping Dummies
Dr. Hiroshi Ishiguro's Android Mannequin Interacts with Consumers
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Biometric Measuring Machines
The Latin Weighing Machine Gives a Breakdown of Biological Data
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Fitness-Monitoring Headphones
The BioSport Headphones are Perfect for Training and Working Out
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Retinal Password Keepers
The Hoyos Eyelock USB Iris Scanner Helps Your Date Stay Safe
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Joy-Detecting Joysticks
Sony's Biometric Controller Will Know How Entertained or Stressed You Are
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Avian Recognition Apps
The Birdsnap App Can Recognize 500 North American Bird Species
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Emotion-Detecting Eyeglass Apps
The Fraunhofer Google Glass App Uses Facial Recognition Technology
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Fitness Tracking Earbuds
The iriver ON by Valencell Monitors Physical Efforts and Plays Music
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Anti-Snooping Backup Devices
The Biometric Hard Drives Support Up to Five Sets of Prints
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Pulse-Checking Fingerprint Finances
The Nexus Fingerprint Scanner Foils Hackers by Measuring Pulse
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Cardless Cash Dispensers
The Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Uses a Palm Scanning ATM for Accessing Accounts
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Biometric Buying Systems
This New Payment System Lets You Buy Things with Your Face
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Health-Monitoring Insoles
The ‘Biometric Shoe Sole’ Maps Your Unique Footprint
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Name-Guessing Apps
This Software can Somewhat Accurately Guess Someone's Name Based on Variables
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Biometric Workout Shirts
The OMsignal Shirts Track Wearers' Performance Levels and Statistics
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Facial Recognition-Thwarting Glasses
The Privacy Visor Keeps the Wearer's Identity Under Wraps
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Text-Free Cash Machines
Pillar ATMs Designed for the Illiterate in Developing Communities
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Youth-Determining Apps
Age Recognition Software can Estimate How Old a Person Is
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Step-Tallying Headphones
Apple Smart Earbuds Will Shape the Way We Listen to Music
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Digital Content-Bookmarking Eyewear
The Amoeba Headset Records Biometric Data to Analyzes Interest
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Emotion-Detecting Cameras
Researchers Introduce Emotion-Detecting Camera for Cars
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Voice-Activated Entertainment Systems
Microsoft’s New Xbox One Uses Voice and Face Recognito
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Stat-Tracking Gearhead Timekeepers
The Nismo Watch Lets You Track Lap Times and Heart Rate Data
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Biometric Medications
Hospitals Exchange Insurance Cards for Vein Scanners
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Signature-Authenticating Money Cards
The Biometric Credit Card Hopes to Curb Theft and Fraud
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Face-Directed Dance Videos
Project 'Face Dance' by Supermarché Morphs Facial Movements to Dan
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Designer Dot's VICLONE Smart Watch Detects Known Viral Infectants
AI Canine Health Collars
The Conceptual Cotons AI LifeTrack Collar by YeongKyu Yoo is Advanced
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
Smart Safety Helmets
SmartHat is the Construction Wearable of the Future
Camera-Equipped AI Earbuds
The Conceptual 'Cell Buds' by Minwoo Kim Capture Environmental Details
Smart Aid Kits
Smart Aid Kit Uses Artificial Intelligence to Support Health
Multipurpose Diagnostic Health Monitors
Withings BeamO Shows Off a Four-in-One Design at CES 2024
RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers
BANBROKEN ARTDesign Sport Shoes Have the TAP-Tech Feature
Wellness Bone Conduction Wearables
The 'Era Sync' Wearable Device by Luca Persico is Futuristic
AI-Powered Productivity Wearables
The Limitless Pendant Helps Professionals Enhance Productivity
Innovative Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring
Liom Positions Itself as a Potential Game-Changer
AI-Enabled Meditation Headbands
The BrainCo 'OxyZen' Monitors Brainwaves, Heart Rate and More
Smart Sleep Headbands
Somnee Has Been Noted as a Transformative Innovation by Fast Company
Biometric Pull-Up Bars
The 'Grip' Pull-Up Bar Concept Measures Body Fat and Muscle
Watch-Like Smart Phones
Fire-Boltt's WristPhone Offers Crystal-clear Calls and So Much More
Emotion-Sensing Eyewear
Emteq Labs 'Sense' Offers AI-Powered Real-Time Analysis
Fashion-Forward Gadgets
This Open-Ear Earbud Concept Serves as a Functional Accessory
Mobile-Compatible Body Scans
FitnessAI Has Introduced a New BodyScan Feature on its Platform
AI-Powered Healthcare Pods
CarePods are the World's First Artificial Intelligence Doctor's Offices
AI-Fuelled Disease Detections
Google Optimizes AI with the Health Acoustic Representations
Habit-Building Wearable Devices
The Conceptual 'DAY ONE' Tracker Can Be Attached onto Anything
In-Clinic Brain-Computer Interface Technology
Neurable & Healthspan Digital Join Forces
AI-Powered Boxing Bags
The Bhout Bag Fuses Elements of Fitness and Gaming
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Tactile Vehicle Key Fobs
This Conceptual Car Key Fob by Zander De Beer is Ergonomic
Health-Monitoring Mattresses
The ErgoSportive Adjustable Smart Bed Captures Biometric Data
Next-Generation Screenless Fitness Monitors
Whoop 4.0 is Stylish, Efficient, and Precise
Wearable Sweat-Analyzing Patches
Sweanty Introduced a New Hydration Monitor that Uses Sweat
Blood Pressure-Tracking Smart Rings
The MOOV Ring Uses AI to Track 14 Different Measurements
AI-Powered Meal Scanners
AI Meal Scan Uses Image Recognition to Track Nutrients & Portions
Menopause-Focused Temperature Bands
The Thermaband Zone Offers Battery-Powered Cooling and Warming
All-Day Smart Heart Monitors
The Fourth Frontier X2 Can Take Readings for Up to 24-Hours
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
AI Personal Trainers
Workout Tools Offers a Personalized Approach to Fitness
AI-Powered Healthcare Data Technology
DoorSpace Uses AI Technology to Enhance Efficiency
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Athletic Output-Analyzing Wearables
NNOXX One Tracks Muscle Oxygenation and Nitric Oxide Levels
Accessible Titanium Smart Rings
The 'Y-RING' Supports Health Monitoring, Gesture Control and More
AI-Powered Feline Health Trackers
The 'Moggie' Cat Health Tracker Identifies Potential Illnesses
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
AI-Enabled Brain Implants
Northwell Health's Team Develops a Brain Implant Technology
Smart Building Technology
Butlr Recently Debuted Its Heatic 2+ Sensor, Which Utilizes Ai
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Discreet Biofeedback Brain Trainers
The Flowtime® Brain Tag Captures Ample Data
Flagship Health Wearable Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 2 Integrates FitBit Technology
Tracking Device Safety Implementations
Google is Rolling Out Anti-Stalking Measures to Trackers
AI-Fueled Innovative Smart Rings
Exerchain Introduces the ExerRing with Advanced AI Technology
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Ultra-Efficient Vision Care Solutions
Eyebot Uses AI-Powered Technology to Expediate Eye Exams
AI-Driven Fitness Solutions
Wave Company Recently Introduced Its TraceMe Innovation to the World
Temperature-Monitoring Earrings
The Thermal Earring Continually Tracks the Wearer's Temperature
Touch Message Wearables
The Bond Touch 4 Helps People Stay Connected with Haptic Technology
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Illness-Detecting Smart Rings
Oura Symptom Radar Helps Users Detect Signs of Sickness
Muscle-Monitoring Health Wearables
The CLOMP Muscle Oxygen Monitor Captures Real-Time Data
Groundbreaking Nutrition Management Platforms
The Drop by Rex.fit is Innovative & Convenient
Portable Health Monitoring Devices
The Fitrus Plus 3.0 is Packed with Various Upgrades
AI-Powered Metabolic Health Apps
January AI Has Introduced Notable Enhancements to Its App
AI-Powered Wearables
The Ai Pin Debuted at the Coperni 2024 Spring/Summer Show
Sleep-Monitoring Capsule Hotels
NTT Data is Foraying into Sleep Technology with Sleep Monitoring
Innovative Patient Monitoring Technology
Lifesignals Launches the UbiqVue™ 2A Multiparameter
AI-Powered Nap Timers
The Somvai Napping Device Uses Radar to Track Movement and Breathing
Consumer Biowearable Device
Abbott Has Launched LingoTM in the United Kingdom
Personalized Health Gadgets
Bevel Launched a New Product That Leverages Data from Wearable Devices
AI-Powered Dog Collars
The PetPace Health 2.0 Intelligently Tracks Canine Health
AI-Powered Retinal Screening Devices
AI Optics Revolutionizes Eye Health Diagnostics
AI-Backed Digital Twins
Twin Health Has Created Digital Twins as an AI Experiment
Inclusive Health Apps
Diet Pulse is a Fitness Tool at the Intersection of Tech and Health
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
AI-Powered Genetic Identifications
iLoF Technology Creates Digital Spaces for Biomarkers
Comprehensive Health Apps
Fitness Calculator Offers Instant Insights with Versatile Features
Life-Logging Digital Journals
The Apple Journal Life Tracker Was Unveiled at WWDC 2023
Sensor-Enabled Performance Running Tracks
Feldspar Limited Aims to Revolutionize Live Sports
Continuous Glucose-Monitoring Wearables
The Abbott Lingo Delivers Real-Time Glucose Data
Ailment-Identifying Mirrors
Anura MagicMirror Can Detect Fever, Hypertension, and More
Optimized Health Data
Habit Dash Aggregates Data from All Your Different Sources and Wearables
Durable Low-Energy Item Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 Boasts Ultra Wideband Technology
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Athletic Training Eyewear
'FalconFrames' Track Eye Movement During Visual Training
AI Food Intake Trackers
CalorieAI Can Track Calorie Intake With Photographs or Descriptions
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Neurological Sleep Monitors
The 'Neurovista' is a Portable BMI Device that Fosters Healthy Sleep
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Non-Intrusive Hydration Wearables
The Safebeing from Somatix Leverages Remote Patient Monitoring
AI-Generated Selfies
DreamBooth Creates Realistic Images Based on a Set of Photos
Miniature Blood Pressure Monitors
The 'BPClip' Uses Smartphone Cameras to Assess Blood Pressure
Accessible Fertility-Tracking Technologies
Ultrahuman's Cycle & Ovulation Powerplug is Free
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Phygital Luxury Sneakers
The Dior B33 Sneakers Use NFC Tech to Link to a Digital Twin
Device-Locating Digital Ecosystems
Google is Officially Launching its 'Find My Device' Service
AI-Powered Lung Ultrasounds
Deep Breathe Captures Lung Images with a Portable Device
AI-Powered Body Scanners
The 'FitMe' 3D Body Scanner Measures Body Fat and More
Vibrational Gamer Belts
The Feelbelt Haptic Audio Wearable Enhances Game Immersion
Portable MRI Systems
Zynext Ventures and neuro42 Bid on Revolutionizing the Healthcare Industry
Cognitive Performance Measurement Wearables
The 'Pylot' Productivity Wearable Uses EEG
AI-Powered Location Technologies
The City of Busan Unveils the 'Finding All' AI Technology
AI Meditation Guides
Vital is an AI Mindset Guide that Offers Personalized Wellness Strategies
Personalized Breathwork Apps
FivePointFive Introduces a New Approach to Wellness
Touchscreen Thermometer Apps
This App Lets Smartphones Take Body Temperature Readings
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
Connected Runner Breath Analyzers
The 'PACER' Wearable Breath Analyzer Elevates Performance
Connected Key-Free Personal Safes
The TROVA Home Biometric Personal Safe is Tamperproof
Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches
The Amazfit Active Smartwatch Has a BioTracker PPG Sensor
Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses
The 'iSportWear' from 'ITRI' Monitors Physiological Data
Heart-Monitoring Earbuds
Sennheiser's New Innovation are Revolutionizing Audio Technology
Ergonomic Wearable Barcode Scanners
Honeywell Designs the Ring Scanner for Longer Comfort
Lifelong Wildlife Trackers
The 'KineFox' Can Non-Invasively Monitor Animals For Life
Disease-Detecting Medical Wristbands
Teltonika is Developing a Heart Disease-Detecting Band
Integrated Smart Eyewear
The Titan Eyex Has a Fitness Tracker Built Into the Design
Advanced AI Assistance Eyewear
The Looktech AI Glasses Learn From the Wearer with Use
Hand-Tracking Devices
PalmPlug is a Precise Hand-Tracking Device
Body-Scanning Wellness Subscriptions
Zozofit 2.0 Introduces Body Shape Scanning via a Smartphone
Virtual Personal Trainers
Jamie's Fit Uses AI To Improve Health and Wellness For Anyone
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
Tracker-Detecting Smartphone Updates
The Google Find My Device Network Will Detect for Trackers
Contactless Smart Sleep Devices
The 'RemWave Sleep' Detects Sleep Patterns With Wireless Sensors
Physical Multi-Factor Security Devices
The FEITIAN MultiPass K32 Has Bluetooth, NFC and More
Movement-Monitoring Smart Pants
These Pants Use Optical Fibers to Detect Wearers' Activities
Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks
Phillips PalmLock Can Recognize Up to 50 Unique Palms
Fabric-Analyzing Smartphone Devices
This Near-Infrared Spectroscopy System is Advanced
Biometric Sensor Password Authentication
1Password's Passkey Support Officially Rolls Out Today
Innovating Sensing Solutions
Feelit Technologies is Revolutionizing Industry with Edge AI
Eye-Tracking Technology Functions
Apple Implements Eye-Tracking Features to Recent Products
Food-Monitoring AI Cameras
Imperial College London Presents its New CoDiet Camera
Biometric Public Safety Solutions
OMNIQ and NEC Aim to Enhance Public Safety and Security
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Smart Push-Up Trackers
'Push' Lets You Track Push-Ups with Real-Time Facial Recognition Tech
Digital Scam Detection Tools
Google is Rolling Out New Tools to Keep Users Safe From Scams
Biometric Banking Technology
DERMALOG's Biometric System Makes Banking Safer for Individuals
Biometric Password Managers
1Password is Debuting its Passkey Manager Service on June 6th
AI-Enabled Biometric Smart Locks
The Desloc B200 Speeds Up Access with Advanced Technology