In the first half of 2025, Intel will spin off innovative vision system maker RealSense into an independent company, after which it will become part of Intel Capital’s investment portfolio. The new company will continue to develop AI-powered computer vision solutions and introduce Intel’s current RealSense portfolio, including RealSense depth cameras, facial authentication solutions, autonomous mobile robotic solutions and physical therapy devices.

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Intel says the RealSense spinoff is not a result of the company’s recent financial difficulties: “We believe in the value of RealSense and are confident in its success as a standalone company. This decision is consistent with our ongoing transformation and will help us further align with our strategic goal of focusing on our core businesses.”

The new company will continue to develop AI-powered computer vision solutions and introduce Intel’s current RealSense portfolio, including RealSense depth cameras, facial authentication solutions, autonomous mobile robotic solutions and physical therapy devices. RealSense also plans to expand its roadmap to include innovations in stereo vision, robotics, biometric software and AI hardware.

RealSense has always been a small part of Intel’s business. Of course, thanks to working in the ecosystem of the technology giant, the company guaranteed itself financial stability, the opportunity for serious scientific activity and access to Intel’s extensive resources, including a large network of industry partners.

Intel began producing computer vision solutions as part of its Perceptual Computing division in 2013. In 2014, this division was renamed Intel RealSense. Intel RealSense vision cameras are a popular choice for mobile and industrial robot developers. For example, the ANYmal quadruped robot from ANYbotics is equipped with six Intel RealSense D435 modules that work together to create a height map that helps the robot navigate an area and overcome obstacles, including climbing stairs.

This is not the first time Intel has changed its policy dramatically. Earlier, in August 2021, Intel had already announced the closure of RealSense, but then changed course, deciding to keep RealSense, but with a reduced staff. In 2022, Intel divested itself of autonomous vehicle developer Mobileye, which it acquired in 2017 for $15.3 billion.

«Intel incubates advanced, disruptive technologies and businesses to validate customer needs and market adoption. At a certain level of scale, it makes sense for these businesses to operate outside of Intel, with the flexibility to operate as the market demands and the ability to invest in key growth areas. This allows the division to make decisions faster, have greater flexibility in solutions for customers, and remain flexible in competitive markets,” an Intel spokesperson said.

With the spin-off of RealSense into a separate company, the history of this division takes another unexpected turn. Of course, RealSense is freed from Intel’s restructuring priorities, but independence will certainly bring new challenges.

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