Press Releases

ams shows why ‘Sensing is life’ at CES

Sensor solutions with world-first innovations in multiple application areas to meet the challenges of the future

ams releases industry’s slimmest proximity/color sensor module for bezel-less smartphone designs

Super-slim TMD3702VC module enables mobile phone manufacturers to maximize the ratio of display area to body size while retaining front-facing proximity, color and ambient light sensing functions

ams and Qualcomm Technologies to focus engineering strengths on active stereo camera solution...

Proposed solution to enable cost-reduced 3D biometrics, facial scanning and imaging

ams updates fourth quarter 2018 outlook; discontinues previous reference to specific time periods for growth and profitability targets; expects annual double-digit revenue growth for the coming years

New ams gas sensor module for kitchens enables automatic control of cooker hoods and ventilation fans

MEMS-based design of iAQ-Core K module gives reliable detection of unwanted steam, odors and fumes from cooking

Miniature, high-resolution CMOS image sensors create new potential for single-use, high-performance endoscopes

ams announces pre-release of NanEyeM and NanEyeXS Micro Camera Modules for medical imaging applications and minimally invasive surgery

Embedded vision comes to space-constrained consumer and industrial systems with launch of new 1mm2 low-power Micro Camera Module from ams

New NanEyeM Micro Camera Module supports applications in home robotics, smart appliances and smart toys

ams announces partial buyback of USD convertible bonds, due 2022, and/or EUR convertible bonds, due 2025

Image sensor for machine vision sets new standard for image quality and frame rate in 1” optical format

New CSG14k image sensor from ams provides 12-bit output in 14Mpixel resolution for use in high-throughput manufacturing and optical inspection

ams reports third quarter revenues in upper third of guidance range and operating profitability in line with guidance; ongoing high volume ramps ...

Key financial data for third quarter 2018

ams AS6501 offers speed, precision for LiDAR and medical imaging applications

New time-digital converter for single-beam laser systems renders accurate, detailed outlines of objects in the field of view

ams Active Noise Cancellation technology empowers Linner to drive innovation in on-ear and over-ear audio applications

AS3435 enables superior audio quality of Linner’s new NC80/NC90 Bluetooth headsets

Innovative interface technology from ams significantly reduces mechanical design constraints of true wireless earbuds

Unique POW:COM technology, a two-pin power and communications connection between earbuds and cradle provides enhanced charging experience

ams reports second quarter revenues and profitability above previous guidance; anticipated major ramps in consumer optical sensing underway; ...

Key financial data for second quarter and first half 2018

ams CCS8xx product family of VOC sensors enhances end-user experience for indoor air-quality monitoring

Reduced initialization time enhances out-of-the-box experience for using indoor air quality monitoring devices

ams laser arrays bring face recognition to Android-based smartphones

Xiaomi’s new Mi8 smartphone uses miniature ams VCSEL arrays for high efficiency always-on face recognition system

ams announces extension of Management Board contract for CEO Alexander Everke until 2021

ams launches new sensors for smart home devices that optimize brightness in any lighting condition

Family of compact, high-sensitivity and low-power optical sensors expand functionality for broad range of consumer electronic displays and LED

ams announces automotive-grade sensor IC for shifter position detection in hybrid, battery-powered and conventional vehicles

AS5200L’s compact stacked-die configuration permits use of small magnet, saving space in safety-critical automotive drive-by-wire applications

High-resolution, high-speed CMOS image sensor for machine vision systems goes into mass production

Award-winning CMV50000 from ams provides superior camera performance and higher throughput in Automated Optical Inspection applications

ams' Annual General Meeting approves all voting items on the agenda

ams has published the proposals for the Annual General Meeting on 6 June 2018

ams’ new XYZ color sensor offers widest dynamic range, highest sensitivity for high-end consumer and industrial applications

AS73211 color sensor IC provides precise measurement of even very dark colors in dynamic lighting conditions

ams reports first quarter results in guidance range reflecting customer volume effects, revenues up 147% year-on-year ...

Key financial data for first quarter 2018

ams implements a revised earn-out structure gaining 100% acceptance by former Heptagon shareholders ...

Revised earn-out structure replaces the initial cash/share combination

ams introduces sensor reference design for blood pressure, vital signs for smart health and wearables

AS7024’s high performance solution for cuffless blood pressure measurement veri-fied in independent clinical trial

ams wins Xiaomi Best Innovation Award again

ams honored for innovative products that have helped drive Xiaomi’s business success

Nuheara's Live IQ, the world’s first high performance “true wireless” ANC earbud, is powered by ams’ best in-class ANC technology

Newly-introduced earbuds give consumers outstanding audio performance and intelligent touch-sensing control features

ams launches EUR 600 million 7-year zero-coupon convertible bond placement

ams, X-Rite and PANTONE® to develop a mobile color sensing solution

Joint solution aims to bring accurate color matching directly to smartphones in order to improve retail and ecommerce applications

ams announces successful placement of EUR 600 million 7-year zero-coupon convertible bonds

ams proposes revised shares-only earn-out structure to former Heptagon shareholders ...

Proposal replaces cash/share combination with revised shares-only distribution contingent on approval threshold

ams announces exclusion of subscription rights in relation to potential convertible bond placement

ams reports record full year 2017 results with fourth quarter revenues up 252% and operating result up 683% year-on-year for in-line profitability ...

Selected financial information for fiscal year and fourth quarter 2017

ams pre-announces fourth quarter 2017 revenues of EUR 470.3 million resulting in record full year 2017 revenues ...

ams extends digital multispectral offerings with AS7265x compact 18-channel chipset

AS72651/652/653 sensor ICs combine to deliver full spectrum 18-channel visible and near-infrared solution for consumer and industrial spectral analysis applications