Himax Technologies, Inc. has announced the launch of its new HE Series indirect Time-of-Flight (iToF) Depth Decoder ICs, expanding its portfolio in 3D sensing and machine vision applications. The new ICs leverage a high-performance hardware-based depth processing architecture to deliver high-frame-rate and high-precision 3D sensing capabilities. This solution is designed for robotics, industrial automation, and a broad range of AI vision applications, offering a complete and easy-to-integrate platform.

The HE Series iToF depth decoder IC’s hardware-based architecture improves processing efficiency and reduces system latency compared to conventional software-based solutions. It supports up to 640 × 480 RAW data input at 240 fps in single-frequency and dual-frequency modes. Following high-speed depth decoding, the IC can simultaneously output 2D grayscale images and 3D depth information through MIPI and USB interfaces at frame rates of up to 120 fps.

The ICs have been validated for compatibility with leading industry-standard VGA-resolution iToF sensors, accelerating development and shortening time-to-market. Multiple industry partners, including optical module manufacturer OFILM, have adopted the solution for machine vision applications. OFILM has incorporated Himax’s iToF depth decoder IC into its new RoboVision solution, enabling high-precision 3D sensing for robotic tasks such as object picking, obstacle avoidance, and autonomous navigation.

To meet demand for high-precision depth sensing, the new iToF decoder IC incorporates advanced depth image enhancement technologies. These include depth noise reduction, flying pixel removal, and temporal filtering, which improve accuracy, stability, and reliability in high-speed motion scenarios and complex environments. Himax also provides a comprehensive Software Development Kit (SDK) and a professional iToF Calibration Library to support depth calibration algorithms, including Fixed Pixel Phase Noise (FPPN) correction and Wiggling Compensation.

The HE Series consists of the standard HE-1 and the advanced HE-2. The HE-2 supports RGB camera integration with a built-in RGB ISP, MJPEG encoder, and RGB-D alignment engine for precise fusion of RGB images and depth information. It also features an edge AI Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of supporting eye tracking, gesture recognition, and various AI vision algorithms, enabling advanced intelligent vision systems for robotics and AIoT applications.

Key Features of HE Series iToF Depth Decoder ICs

"As robotics, smart manufacturing, and other intelligent vision applications continue to advance, demand for real-time, high-precision 3D sensing is growing rapidly," said Pen-Hsin Chen, Vice President of the Image Processing SoC Business Unit at Himax. "Leveraging Himax’s extensive expertise in 3D sensing and image processing technologies, the HE series iToF decoder IC combines a high-speed depth processing architecture with advanced image enhancement capabilities to deliver a highly accurate, low-latency, and easy-to-integrate 3D sensing solution."

Himax Technologies, Inc. will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Taiwan on August 12, 2026. Shareholders will vote to adopt the Company's 2025 financial statements and re-elect Mr. Liang-Gee Chen as an Independent Director. The meeting provides a platform for shareholders to transact any other business brought before the 2026 AGM.

Meeting Details

The AGM is scheduled to take place at Himax Fab 2 in Tainan City, Taiwan. The proceedings will commence at 9:30 a.m. Taiwan time. A copy of the Company's Proxy Statement has been filed with the SEC, and the 2025 Annual Report is available for download on the Himax website.

Agenda

The primary business of the meeting includes the adoption of the 2025 financial statements and the re-election of Mr. Liang-Gee Chen as an Independent Director. Any other business properly brought before the meeting will also be considered.

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Himax Technologies, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor solution provider specializing in display imaging processing technologies. The Company's products include display driver ICs, timing controllers, and automotive display solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Tainan, Taiwan, Himax employs approximately 2,200 people globally.