Intel has launched RealSense ID, a facial recognition solution based on RealSense depth sensing technology.
RealSense depth sensing technology began as a Kinect-style camera for non-touch interaction, but RealSense ID seems like an attempt by Intel to change the location of its camera work towards secure facial recognition via the device first.
RealSense ID relies on Intel's depth sensing technology with the neuron network to identify faces, the system placed within the custom chip, and the security element that encrypts and processes user data.
Like Apple's Face ID, RealSense ID scans your face, adapts to users' faces over time, can explain changes in facial hair, identify someone wearing glasses or face masks, and work with a variety of different skin tones.
The technology is available via a unit that can be integrated into other products or as an independent terminal device that can be connected to a computer.
Intel's depth sensing technology has been in place for several years, appearing in experimental technical use cases, such as inserting your face into Fallout 4, and more useful cases, such as opening a laptop using Windows Hello.
Intel suggests that the new solution can be used across a variety of settings, such as ATMs, records and smart locks.
Intel says privacy was a priority during the development of RealSense ID, where all processing takes place locally and the system is activated only when the user is required to do so.
I have the technology to prevent attempts at mistaken access using masks, images or videos, with one per million chance that the system will be given incorrect access to a phishing attack.
The technology works with a variety of lighting conditions, along with authentication in less than a second, and according to Intel, it works reliably with each skin color.
Intel has taken steps to address the potential for bias by building a more diverse sample of faces for technical training, and has collected extensive data for all races from Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Intel's RealSense ID accessory is now available for initial order for $99, and Intel plans to start shipping in March.
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