High-performance sensor solutions company ams AG has partnered with Face++, a leader in artificial intelligence software, for a cooperation agreement to accelerate the implementation of 3D optical sensing technologies, such as face recognition, facial payments, and augmented or virtual reality. Face++ and ams create 3D optical sensing solutions that use IR light projectors to map the surface of objects, such as faces, to bring about changes in security and authentication functions. Enabling face recognition on mobile phones with 3D optical sensing allows for a secure alternative to unlocking functions, such as passcodes or fingerprint scanning. Under the partnership, the two companies will ensure that the operation of both respective technologies are optimized for each other, and they will collaborate on customer service for product manufacturers.