A new NEMA standard covers the measurement of field-of-view and coverage qualities for vacancy and occupancy sensors using passive infrared, ultrasonic, or microwave technology. The National ...

Google's Pixel 8 Pro features a temperature sensor, allowing users to measure the temperature of objects and people. To use the temperature sensor, you need to install the Thermometer app from the ...

Ultra-thin sensor 'can detect both within 10 seconds', say scientists Many of us will have become used to testing ourselves for COVID in recent years, mostly using lateral flow devices.

Why Your Smartphone Needs an Infrared Sensor You could use a heat sensor to check your house for leaks, for instance. But mostly, it's a lot of fun.

Interest in wearable sensors is growing along with efforts to personalise medicine, as scientists learn how to tailor treatments and preventive care to people’s genes, environment and lifestyle.

WHAT IS IT? A godsend for anyone who has no idea how to look after their house plants. It’s a sensor system that “literally gives your plants a voice”, Willow says.