Jul 13, 2021 23:00:00

It turns out that Amazon is developing a sleep tracking device using radar, what kind of system is it?

Amazon submitted an application to the

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in June 2021 requesting permission to sell devices that use radar sensors. From the contents of this application form, it became clear that Amazon is developing sleep tracking devices using radar sensors and non-contact operation systems.

Amazon.com Wants to Monitor You in Your Sleep, for Your Benefit --Bloomberg
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-07-09/amazon-com-wants-to-monitor-you-in-your-sleep-for-your-benefit

20210622 Amazon Rule 15.255 (c) (3) Waiver Request.pdf
https://ecfsapi.fcc.gov/file/10622234731686/20210622%20Amazon%20Rule%2015.255 (c) (3)%20Waiver%20Request.pdf

At the beginning of the application submitted by Amazon to the FCC, 'The radar sensor allows touchless control of the device without causing radio interference to surrounding users, which impairs movement and tactile sensation. It brings significant benefits to one user. In addition, radar sensors can be used for sleep tracking, which can help users manage their sleep and raise their health awareness. ' You can see that Amazon is developing sleep tracking devices and non-contact operation devices that use radar sensors.

'By incorporating radar sensors into low-cost, non-contact sleep tracking devices, users will be able to recognize potential sleep problems.' 'If this application is approved, it will be seen by many Americans. It will bring visible benefits. ”It can be seen that the sleep tracking device under development will be sold at a relatively low price.

In addition, the application clearly states that the device under development is not a mobile device. Another statement, 'Radar sensors allow us to estimate sleep quality based on user behavior patterns,' said

The Verge , 'Keep the device under development at the bedside.' and it will 'become the best device to said you have.

In addition, tech media SlashGear said, 'Radar sensors specialize in detecting movement and cannot recognize color or brightness, so it's best to bring an internet-connected camera like a bedroom. it is suitable for use in areas where hesitate 'and pointed out that we are.

In addition, Amazon succeeded in obtaining permission from FCC on July 9, 2021, and expectations are gathered for future Amazon announcements.

Request by Amazon.com Services LLC for Waiver of 47 CFR § 15.255 (c) (3) ET Docket No. 21-289
https://ecfsapi.fcc.gov/file/070974410095/DA-21-813A1.pdf