This upgraded, high-resolution, compact digital camera with a fixed lens is named in honor of Richard "Dick" Merrill, the co-creator of the Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor technology that powers Sigma's unique lineup of cameras.

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Fitbit, which helped pioneer this kind of wearable tech, is also back with Flex, which distinguishes itself by letting users swap its sensor unit from one wristband to another to co-ordinate with their clothes.

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Available in both die form as a stand-alone sensor, and with Aptina's mobile imaging co-processor for a fully tuned, complete camera solution.

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The touch sensor and touch module solution were developed by Nissha Printing Co.

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