Tobii and STMicroelectronics enter mass production of breakthrough interior sensing technology
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) and Tobii have begun mass production of an advanced interior sensing system for a premium European automaker. The breakthrough system combines Tobii's attention-computing technology with ST's VD1940 image sensor in a cost-effective single-camera solution.
The system features a 5.1MP hybrid pixel design sensitive to both RGB and infrared light, enabling wide-angle cabin coverage and superior imaging in day and night conditions. Tobii's algorithms process dual video streams for both Driver Monitoring (DMS) and Occupancy Monitoring Systems (OMS), while ST's SafeSense platform ensures functional safety and cybersecurity features.
Notably, Tobii has secured design wins across over 160 vehicle models, while ST maintains full control over design and manufacturing through its European facilities, ensuring supply security.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) e Tobii hanno avviato la produzione di massa di un avanzato sistema di rilevamento interno per un costruttore automobilistico europeo di fascia premium. Il sistema innovativo combina la tecnologia di attenzione di Tobii con il sensore d’immagine VD1940 di ST in una soluzione a singola fotocamera dal rapporto costo-efficacia elevato.
Il sistema è caratterizzato da un design 5.1MP ibrido a pixel sensibile sia alla luce RGB che a quella infrarossa, offrendo una copertura interna su ampia angolazione e una qualità di immagine superiore sia in condizioni diurne che notturne. Gli algoritmi di Tobii elaborano due flussi video per i sistemi di Driver Monitoring (DMS) e di Occupancy Monitoring (OMS), mentre la piattaforma SafeSense di ST garantisce funzionalità di sicurezza e cybersecurity.
In particolare, Tobii ha ottenuto incarichi di progettazione su più di 160 modelli di veicolo, mentre ST mantiene il controllo completo su progettazione e produzione attraverso i propri impianti europei, assicurando la sicurezza dell’approvvigionamento.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) y Tobii han puesto en marcha la producción en masa de un sistema avanzado de detección interior para un fabricante europeo premium. El sistema revolucionario combina la tecnología de atención de Tobii con el sensor de imagen VD1940 de ST en una solución de una sola cámara y costo eficiente.
El sistema presenta un diseño de píxeles híbridos de 5.1 MP sensible tanto a la luz RGB como a la infrarroja, lo que permite una cobertura amplia de la cabina y una imagen superior tanto de día como de noche. Los algoritmos de Tobii procesan dos flujos de video para Driver Monitoring (DMS) y Occupancy Monitoring Systems (OMS), mientras que la plataforma SafeSense de ST garantiza características de seguridad funcional y ciberseguridad.
Cabe destacar que Tobii ha logrado convencer a más de 160 modelos de vehículos, mientras que ST mantiene control total sobre el diseño y la fabricación a través de sus instalaciones europeas, asegurando la seguridad de suministro.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM)와 Tobii는 프리미엄 유럽 자동차 제조사를 위한 고급 실내 감지 시스템의 양산을 시작했습니다. 이 혁신적인 시스템은 Tobii의 주의 계산 기술과 ST의 VD1940 이미지 센서를 단일 카메라 솔루션으로 결합하여 비용 효율성을 극대화합니다.
시스템은 5.1MP 하이브리드 픽셀 디자인으로 RGB와 적외선 빛 모두에 반응해 조수석 전장 공간을 넓게 감지하고 주간과 야간에 우수한 이미지를 제공합니다. Tobii의 알고리즘은 운전자 모니터링(DMS)과 탑재 모니터링(OMS)을 위한 이중 비디오 스트림을 처리하며, ST의 SafeSense 플랫폼은 기능적 안전성과 사이버 보안 기능을 보장합니다.
특히 Tobii는 160개가 넘는 차량 모델에 대해 설계 수주를 확보했으며, ST는 유럽 내 시설을 통해 설계와 제조를 완전히 통제하여 공급 보안을 확보하고 있습니다.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) et Tobii ont démarré la production en série d’un système avancé de détection intérieure pour un constructeur automobile européen premium. Ce système innovant combine la technologie d’attention de Tobii avec le capteur d’image VD1940 de ST dans une solution à une seule caméra, rentable.
Le système présente un design hybride de 5,1 MP sensible à la fois à la lumière RGB et infrarouge, offrant une couverture complète de l’habitacle et une imagerie supérieure de jour comme de nuit. Les algorithmes de Tobii traitent deux flux vidéo pour le Driver Monitoring (DMS) et l’Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS), tandis que la plate-forme SafeSense de ST assure des caractéristiques de sécurité fonctionnelle et de cybersécurité.
Notamment, Tobii a remporté des projets pour plus de 160 modèles de véhicules, tandis que ST garde le contrôle total sur la conception et la fabrication via ses installations européennes, garantissant la sécurité de l’approvisionnement.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) und Tobii haben die Massenproduktion eines fortschrittlichen Innenraumsensorsystems für einen Premium-Europäischen Autohersteller aufgenommen. Das bahnbrechende System kombiniert Tobii’s Aufmerksamkeitsberechnungstechnologie mit dem VD1940-Bildsensor von ST in einer kosteneffizienten Einkamera-Lösung.
Das System verfügt über ein 5,1-MP-Hybrid-Pixel-Design, das sowohl für RGB- als auch für Infrarotlicht empfänglich ist, wodurch eine Weitwinkelabdeckung des Innenraums und eine überlegene Bildqualität bei Tag und Nacht ermöglicht wird. Tobii’s Algorithmen verarbeiten zwei Video-Streams für Driver Monitoring (DMS) und Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS), während ST’s SafeSense-Plattform funktionale Sicherheit und Cybersicherheitsfunktionen gewährleistet.
Bemerkenswert ist, dass Tobii Designaufträge für über 160 Fahrzeugmodelle gesichert hat, während ST die volle Kontrolle über Design und Fertigung durch seine europäischen Standorte behält und so die Versorgungssicherheit sicherstellt.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) و Tobii بدأتا الإنتاج الضخم لنظام استشعار داخلي متطور لسيارة أوروبية فاخرة. يجمع النظام الثوري بين تقنية حساب الانتباه من Tobii وأداة استشعار الصورة VD1940 من ST في حل بكاميرا واحدة وبتكلفة فعالة.
النظام يتميز بـ تصميم بكسل هجين 5.1 ميجابكسل حساس لكل من الضوء RGB والضوء تحت الأحمر، مما يتيح تغطية ممتدة للقمرة وجودة تصوير عالية في النهار والليل. تعالج خوارزميات Tobii تدفقين فيديو لكل من Driver Monitoring (DMS) وOccupancy Monitoring System (OMS)، بينما تضمن منصة SafeSense من ST ميزات السلامة الوظيفية وأمن الإنترنت.
ومن الجدير بالذكر أن Tobii حققت فُرص تصميم عبر أكثر من 160 نموذج مركبة، بينما تحافظ ST على السيطرة الكاملة على التصميم والتصنيع من خلال مرافقها الأوروبية، مما يضمن أمان الإمداد.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) 与 Tobii 已开始为一款欧洲高端汽车制造商生产一套先进的室内感知系统，用于大规模量产。该突破性系统将Tobii的注意力计算技术与ST的VD1940图像传感器结合在单摄像头的成本有效解决方案中。
该系统具备一个5.1MP混合像素设计，对RGB和红外线光都敏感，能够实现车舱的广角覆盖，并在白天与夜间实现卓越成像。Tobii的算法处理两个视频流，用于驾驶员监控（DMS）和乘员监控系统（OMS），而ST的SafeSense平台确保功能安全和网络安全特性。
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- Cost-effective single-camera solution replacing need for multiple cameras
- Secured implementation in premium European carmaker's vehicles
- Wide market reach with design wins across 160+ vehicle models
- Full supply chain control through European manufacturing facilities
- Advanced dual-function capability covering both day and night vision
- Production capacity expansion needed to meet anticipated demand
- Limited to one European automaker initially
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STM's mass production of advanced interior sensing tech with Tobii represents a significant revenue opportunity in the growing automotive safety market.
The announcement of mass production for an advanced interior sensing system marks a crucial milestone for STMicroelectronics. This isn't merely a product development update—it's the transition to commercial scale manufacturing for a premium European carmaker, signaling immediate revenue potential.
What makes this system technically distinctive is its cost-efficient single-camera approach that handles both driver monitoring (DMS) and occupant monitoring (OMS) simultaneously. The VD1940 sensor's hybrid design—capturing both RGB and infrared light with a 5.1MP resolution—enables 24-hour functionality with a wide-angle field of view covering the entire cabin.
This technology directly addresses two converging market forces: regulatory pressures for enhanced vehicle safety systems and the industry push toward more sophisticated human-machine interfaces. European regulations increasingly mandate driver monitoring systems, while OEMs seek differentiation through cabin experience innovations.
The timing is particularly strategic as interior sensing represents one of the fastest-growing segments in automotive semiconductor applications. STM's vertical integration as an IDM (Integrated Device Manufacturer) provides crucial supply chain advantages in today's constrained semiconductor environment, with production happening in European facilities.
Tobii's existing penetration—with solutions in over 160 vehicle models—suggests this partnership has significant scaling potential beyond the initial premium customer. For STM, this represents expansion in high-value automotive applications where margins typically exceed consumer electronics, supporting the company's broader strategy of focusing on high-growth, high-margin market segments.
Tobii and STMicroelectronics enter mass production of breakthrough interior sensing technology
- Starting mass production of an advanced interior sensing system for a premium European carmaker for enhanced driver and passenger monitoring
- Cost-effective single-camera solution combines Tobii's interior-sensing technology and ST’s imaging sensors to deliver wide-angle, high-quality imaging in daytime and nighttime environments
Stockholm, Sweden; Geneva, Switzerland – October 2, 2025 -- Tobii, the global leader in eye tracking and pioneer of attention computing, and STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, today announced the beginning of mass production of an advanced interior sensing system for a premium European carmaker. It integrates a wide field-of-view camera able to see in daylight and at night with next-level driver and occupant monitoring, pushing the boundaries of user experience and safety.
“We're very proud to bring this groundbreaking system to life. This is more than just technology; it's a vision,” said Adrian Capata, senior vice president of Tobii Autosense. “Image quality is critical, and thanks to our strong collaboration with ST, we’ve achieved a unique balance that allows a single-camera solution to meet rigorous safety standards, while also unlocking enhanced user experiences. By combining visible and IR sensing, we’re enabling intelligent in-cabin environments that truly understand human presence, behavior, and context.”
“As a result of close collaboration on development and integration with Tobii, we have created a new generation of interior sensing technology that is reliable, user-friendly, and ready for widespread adoption across the automotive industry,” said Alexandre Balmefrezol, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Imaging Sub-Group at STMicroelectronics. “We are now rapidly expanding our production capacity to meet the anticipated demand and ensure a seamless transition to mass manufacturing.”
Technical information on the interior sensing system
Tobii’s and ST’s integrated approach allows automotive OEMs to install just one camera inside the cabin, providing the most mature, efficient, and cost-effective solution available on the market.
The system combines Tobii's attention-computing technology with STMicroelectronics' VD1940, an advanced image sensor designed primarily for automotive applications. This sensor features a single 5.1MP hybrid pixel design, sensitive to both RGB (color in daytime) and infrared (IR at nighttime) light. Its wide-angle field of view covers the entire cabin, delivering exceptional image quality. Tobii’s algorithms process dual video streams to support both the Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS).
Tobii, with its automotive business segment Tobii Autosense, is a leading player in automotive interior sensing and has design wins across more than 160 vehicle models with both driver monitoring solutions (DMS) and occupancy monitoring solutions (OMS) shipping in vehicles on the road.
The VD1940 image sensor is part of the SafeSense by ST, an advanced sensing technology platform designed by STMicroelectronics for DMS and OMS. which embeds functional safety and cyber security features and is dedicated to automotive safety applications. With this innovative product portfolio ST is delivering reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective solutions tailored to the automotive industry. As an Integrated Device Manufacturer (IDM), STMicroelectronics masters the complete image sensor supply chain, with full control over both design and manufacturing processes. This ensures supply security through production of its imaging solutions in its European fabs, with these devices already in mass production and ready for integration by Tier 1s and OEMs.
Read more about Tobii´s automotive offering here.
Read more about STMicroelectronics’ SafeSense by ST imaging solutions here.
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About Tobii
Tobii is the global leader in eye tracking and pioneer of attention computing. We are on a mission to improve the world with technology that understands human attention and intent. Creating tech for a better future, our technologies and solutions apply to areas such as behavioural studies and research, healthcare, education and training, gaming, extended reality, automotive, and many more. Tobii's eye tracking is used by thousands of enterprises, universities, and research institutes around the globe. Headquartered in Sweden, Tobii is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (TOBII). For more information: www.tobii.com.
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