Wireless communication with sensors and internet connectivity of their control panels have revolutionized the capabilities and ease of installation of security and surveillance systems. The increased computation capability of low-cost microcontrollers enables image processing and analysis, , for movement detection and even face recognition. Compression techniques enable low-cost local solid-state storage and/or remote transmission of image streams over the internet. Key enabling products in these applications include:-

• 8 and 32-bit Microcontrollers
• Ultra-low power microcontrollers
• RF Microcontrollers
• Zigbee and other RF communication ICs
• Image sensors, processors and camera modules
• RF-ID ICs
• Intelligent Power Switches
• Protection Devices
• MEMS motion and pressure sensors
• MEMS microphones
• Power line modem ICs