The global gesture recognition market is estimated to grow at a significant CAGR of over 20% during the forecast period. The market growth is attributed to the low cost of gesture enabling software and the growing demand for this technology in e-passport programs. In addition, the integration of multiple technologies coupled with the growing use of touch-less sanitary equipment in the residential sector are some of the factors providing growth opportunities to the gesture recognition market during the forecast period.

Further, motion sensing in the gaming industry is likely to foster the growth of the global gesture recognition market. As the motion controllers are highly utilized in gaming to control games, it is expected to gain traction in the near future. Gesture recognition and touchless sensing aids in increasing the awareness about gesture recognition-based gaming consoles. The key manufacturers involved such as Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo have developed numerous motion controllers that are widely used in the industry.

Segmental Outlook

The global gesture recognition market is segmented into type and application. Based on the type, the market is segmented into touch-based gesture recognition and touchless gesture recognition. Touch-based gesture recognition is estimated to hold a prominent share as it is widely used in consumer electronics. Based on the applications, the market is segmented into consumer electronics, security, automotive, others such as healthcare. The consumer electronic segment is estimated to hold a significant share in the global gesture recognition market in 2018.

Global Gesture Recognition Market, by Application 2018 (%)

Consumer Electronics Segment to Hold Significant Share in the Market

Based on the application segment, the consumer electronics segment that includes sanitary equipment, home appliances, and gaming among others, is expected to hold the most significant share in the market. The share is further expected to increase during the forecast period, accredited to the changing lifestyles of the consumers, that is, concerned with the use of safe and hygiene products. Moreover, the increased need for security, and the rapid adoption of e-passport by countries, among others fuel market growth. Increased demand from various sectors such as government, military & defense, transport & logistics, commercial safety & security, healthcare, banking & finance, consumer electronics, business organizations further continues to contribute to the overall market growth during the forecast period. 

Regional Outlook

The global gesture recognition market is geographically segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. North America is anticipated to account for significant market share during the forecast period. This is attributed to the increased use of technology especially in the industrial sector owing to rising challenges in the non-automatic operation of machinery and increased gesture-controlled operations in factory automation. Biometrics such as hand gesture detection and motion sensing in the field of defense and aerospace is likely to provide growth opportunities in the region. 

Global Gesture Recognition Market, by Region 2018 (%)

Further, the Asia-Pacific gesture recognition market share is expected to expand during the forecast period owing to the increased adoption of touchless biometric equipment, the rising popularity of advanced devices in educational institutions such as in gaming devices and smart projectors, among others. For instance, Samsung Group, a South Korea based company offers the gesture recognition technology in its smartphone GS4. It pauses the videos whenever the user looks away. In addition, eye tracking and other camera-based technologies aids in determining the identification of a person by tracking biometric credentials including hands, fingerprints, and eyes.

Market Players Outlook

Some of the prominent players operating in the global gesture recognition market include Microsoft Corp., Infineon Technologies AG, Jabil Inc., Qualcomm Inc., Sony Corp., Intel Corp., IrisGuard Inc., Eyesight Technologies Ltd., Microchip Technology Inc., and others. These players are providing various software applications and platforms for gesture recognition and touchless sensing. These manufacturers are adopting various strategies such as new product launches and approvals, merger and acquisition, partnerships and collaborations, and many others in order to thrive in a competitive environment in the market.

For instance, in January 2020, Eyesight Technologies, a provider of computer vision AI solutions for the in-car automotive industry, and Grupo Antolin, one of the manufacturers of vehicle interiors,  announced to have entered into a partnership for providing driver and occupancy monitoring solutions to OEMs across the globe. The ability of Grupo Antolin to integrate 3rd party solutions into its car interior components and the development of their control electronics will be paired with advanced in-cabin sensing solutions (Driver Sense and Cabin Sense) of Eyesight Technologies for delivering smart-integrated interior systems with great added value.

The Report Covers

• Market value data analysis of 2018 and forecast to 2025.
• Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
• Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
• Key companies operating in the global gesture recognition market. Based on the availability of data, information related to pipeline products, and relevant news is also available in the report.
• Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
• Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
• Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.