APDS-9960 Gesture Sensor

The APDS-9960 is a compact and highly efficient sensor module that integrates four different sensing technologies into one tiny package. This breakout board allows you to detect hand gestures (up, down, left, right), measure proximity (up to 20cm), sense ambient light intensity, and detect RGB color values. It operates on a low 3.3V supply and communicates via the I2C interface, making it compatible with popular microcontrollers like Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi. The sensor features an IR LED and photodiode for proximity and gesture detection, along with dedicated Red, Green, Blue, and Clear photodiodes for accurate color sensing. Common applications include touchless user interfaces, smart lighting control, robot navigation, and mobile phone displays. Choose this sensor for its high sensitivity, integrated UV and IR filters, and ease of integration into your electronics projects.