Small, low power orientation sensor suits wearables

BOSCH SENSORTEC BMX160 very small, low power, low noise absolute orientation sensor is suitable for use in wearable devices like smart watches or augmented reality glasses. Device comprises a 3-axis accelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensor in a single package. Product’s current consumption is typically 1580μA, enabling always-on applications in battery driven devices. Device is available in a compact 14-pin 2.5 × 3.0 × 0.95 mm³ LGA package.