Former Apple engineers launch ‘visual brain’ to help robots see
Summary
Lyte emerged from stealth after raising about $107 million to date and plans to use the funds to invest in its core product, hire more staff, and expand operations. The startup was founded by three former Apple engineers who worked on Face ID and PrimeSense and aims to serve as the "visual brain" for robotics. Its flagship product, LyteVision, combines a camera, inertial motion sensing, and a 4D sensor to measure distance and velocity and consolidates location and visual data in a single platform, while the company builds custom silicon, optics, and software to simplify sensor integration. Lyte employs about 100 people, won a CES Innovation award, and says its technology can apply to humanoids, mobile robots, and robotaxis with a focus on improving safety and perception.