InvenSense improves gyroscope chips for motion-sensing game controllers
InvenSense is announcing today that it’s improved its gyroscope chips so they can be used in much more accurate motion-sensing game controllers.
The development means that this ultra-small gryoscope will be a contender in shaping next-generation consumer electronics appliances such as game consoles, TV remotes, and other motion-sensing applications.
The Sunnyvale, Calif.-based company already makes the gyroscope chips used in the new Wii MotionPlus accessory for the Nintendo Wii. Nintendo is launching the accessory, which attaches to… Continue Reading
InvenSense takes on $19M for phone motion sensing
While the first thing many people will think of when they hear “motion sensing” is home security systems, the technology that InvenSense is working on has more in common with a Nintendo Wii than ADT.
InvenSense makes gyroscopes and accelerometers that can sense the movements users make while holding mobile devices. The technology could lead to gesture-enabled phones and new gaming techniques.
The $19 million funding was led by Sierra Ventures. Also participating were Foxconn, Inventec Appliances,… Continue Reading
InvenSense, mobile phone motion sensor co., raises $11M
InvenSense, a Santa Clara company that helps eliminate the blur that occurs in mobile phone photos from normal hand movements, has raised $11 million in a second round of funding.
The company provides motion sensors to mobile phones. These can make location-based services more accurate, and improve the user interface of mobile games, the company says. The money will let the company ramp production of its dual-axis gyroscope, the company said.
QUALCOMM Ventures invested, alongside existing investors… Continue Reading