AONDevices, a leader in ultra-low-power, high-accuracy edge AI, and Atmosic Technologies, an innovator of ultra-low-power wireless platforms for the Internet of Things (IoT), have introduced a groundbreaking Always-On Remote Control solution. By combining AONDevices’ advanced Always-On Voice (AOV) AI, sound detection, and speaker identification with Atmosic’s energy harvesting Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, this next-generation device redefines the connected home experience.
Beyond Always-On Voice: Expanding Sound Detection and Speaker Identification
This innovative remote extends beyond traditional AOV capabilities to include sound detection and speaker identification, empowering users with personalized, adaptive, and efficient control. By recognizing individual users and detecting key acoustic events, the remote elevates smart home interactions to a new level of convenience and intelligence.
Benefits at a Glance
- Single Microphone Design: Reduces power consumption and BOM costs while maintaining high performance.
- Ultra-Low-Power Consumption: Extends battery life for fewer replacements.
- Energy Harvesting: Recharges using ambient light or RF signals, reducing dependency on traditional batteries.
- Customizable AI Features: Tailored wake words, local commands, and speaker identification ensure a personalized user experience.
- Privacy: All audio processing occurs locally, and no ambient audio data is communicated outside the remote.
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“Our partnership with Atmosic reflects our commitment to rethinking what’s possible with edge AI,” said Mouna Elkhatib, CEO and CTO of AONDevices. “Imagine a remote that pauses your favorite show when it hears a knock or adjusts settings based on who’s speaking. This is more than just voice recognition; it’s about delivering intelligence and convenience seamlessly.”
“Together, we’ve created a groundbreaking solution that blends intelligence with sustainability,” said Paul Davis, VP of Product Marketing, Atmosic Technologies. “Our energy harvesting innovations and AONDevices’ cutting-edge AI gives customers access to personalized, effortless user experiences with sustainability at the forefront to significantly reduce power consumption and single-use batteries.”
AI-Powered Use Cases
The AONDevices-Atmosic Always-On Remote Control delivers advanced AI-driven features designed to enhance the connected home experience:
- Wake Words and Local Commands: Execute key functions like power, volume, channel, and mute locally without relying on the cloud.
- Speaker Identification for Personalization: Customize home screens, adjust TV settings, or enforce parental controls based on the speaker’s identity.
- Sound Detection for Alerts such as:
- Knocking: Detect a knock at the door and pause the TV.
- Doorbell: Recognize the sound and notify the user.
- Smoke Alarm: Alert users to potential danger or notify them remotely.
- Gesture Controls: Navigate effortlessly with motion-based commands for intuitive control.
- Lost Remote Finder: Use voice only to locate the remote when misplaced.
These intelligent features offer seamless, adaptive control, enhancing the user’s day-to-day interactions while delivering unparalleled energy efficiency and sustainability.
SOURCE: GlobeNewswire