A few more press releases.
Summary by AI.
Smart Eye & Renesas: The “Smart Brains” of Cars
Smart Eye and Renesas announced an integration at CES 2026, bringing driver monitoring software directly to Renesas’s latest R-Car X5H processor chip.
- All on a single chip: Previously, cars required several different computers (ECUs) for different tasks. Now, safety functions (driver alertness) and infotainment systems run on the same powerful 3nm chip.
- Safety (ASIL-B): Although functions are centralized, safety-critical parts are isolated from the rest of the system to avoid interference.
- Ready-made package: Automakers receive the software pre-integrated, which speeds up the development of new car models and lowers manufacturing costs.
And another by AI.
Smart Eye & Airy3D: 3D Monitoring with a Single Sensor
- One sensor is enough: Usually, a 3D depth effect requires several cameras or expensive laser illuminators. Airy3D’s DepthIQ technology enables precise 3D monitoring with a single passive sensor.
- Cost savings: Fewer components mean smaller size, lower power consumption, and lower manufacturing costs for automakers.
- Safety (ASIL): The solution allows for precise monitoring of the driver’s posture and gaze even in direct sunlight, which is critical for the functioning of smart airbags and safety systems.