Sony announced a new device today. This device uses artificial intelligence to detect pollen. It is called the Reon Pollen. The gadget aims to help people suffering from hay fever. Hay fever causes misery for millions globally every spring and summer. Symptoms include sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. Knowing pollen levels helps people prepare.
(Sony launched AI pollen detector)
The Reon Pollen is small. People can clip it onto clothes or a bag. It works outside. The device constantly checks the air. It identifies pollen grains floating nearby. This is different from weather forecasts. Forecasts give broad regional pollen levels. Sony’s device shows the exact pollen count right where the user is standing.
Artificial intelligence powers the detection. The AI learned to recognize pollen types. It studied many images of different pollen grains. This training makes the identification accurate. The device sends real-time data to a smartphone app. Users see the pollen count instantly. They also get alerts if levels suddenly rise.
Sony believes this personal approach is vital. Pollen levels change quickly. They differ greatly even over short distances. A park might have high pollen. A nearby street might have much less. The Reon Pollen gives precise local information. This helps users make better decisions. They can take medication sooner. They might choose to go indoors. They could avoid high-pollen areas.
The device handles common pollen types. These include cedar, cypress, and ragweed. Sony plans to add more types later. Battery life lasts about one day. Charging is simple using a USB-C cable. The companion app stores data. Users can track pollen trends over time. This might help them understand personal triggers.
(Sony launched AI pollen detector)
Sony sees a big market. Hay fever affects many people in Japan and elsewhere. The company priced the Reon Pollen at 16,500 yen. That is roughly $105 US dollars. Pre-orders start soon in Japan. General sales begin this fall. Sony hopes to sell it in other countries later. The goal is cleaner air information for everyone.