Bosch Introduces Advanced AI-Powered Sensor for Sport Wearables
Reutlingen, Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Bosch Sensortec’s new AI-driven sensor, BHI385, offers enhanced motion tracking with minimal power usage, promising a new era in performance monitoring for sport wearables.
Technical Specifications and Performance
The BHI385 sensor from Bosch Sensortec represents a leap in sports wearable technology, with a measurement range of up to ±28 g. This extended range allows it to capture peak movements essential for high-impact sports and fitness activities. Encapsulated in a compact 20-pin LGA package measuring 2.5 × 3.0 × 0.95 mm³, the sensor integrates a gyroscope, accelerometer, embedded AI software, and a 32-bit microprocessor, highlighting its multifaceted capabilities [1].
Integration and Efficiency
The BHI385’s integration into sport wearables is particularly notable for its support of advanced motion functions such as 6DoF/9DoF sensor fusion, step counting, and activity recognition. This is achieved with an incredibly low power consumption rate, approximately 500 μA at 50 Hz for sensor fusion, and even lower at under 50 μA for simpler algorithms, which is instrumental in extending the battery life of wearable devices [1].
Applications in Sport and Fitness
In practical application, the BHI385 sensor elevates the standard for sport activity tracking and movement evaluation. Its embedded machine learning capabilities allow for real-time analysis of movement patterns, intensity, and repetition quality. This functionality directly on the device enables athletes to receive immediate feedback on their performance [1].
Market Implications and Future Prospects
The introduction of the BHI385 comes at a pivotal moment as the global wearable sensors market is projected to expand significantly, reaching $13.2 billion by 2034. With Europe expected to register the highest compound annual growth rate, the release of the BHI385 aligns strategically with market trends and consumer demand for sophisticated fitness tracking solutions [2].