The HID U.ARE.U facial module is an edge device that delivers high-performance facial recognition for identification and verification use cases.
Partnering with Paravision, a leader in Vision AI, our facial recognition system is trained using a large, ethically sourced dataset covering a wide variety of racial and age characteristics to reduce matching bias.
Paravision's matching algorithm consistently excels in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Facial Recognition Vendor Test (FRVT), achieving the highest scores in performance and accuracy.
With its distinctive AI-enhanced multispectral imaging (MSI) technology and advanced presentation attack detection (PAD), the U.ARE.U facial module performs accurately and reliably even in challenging lighting conditions, preventing fraud attempts in unattended use cases.
The camera performs acquisition, matching, identification, verification, and liveness detection directly on the device. This on-device biometric processing feature reduces bandwidth constraints, improves performance, and enhances privacy, delivering a superior user experience.
HID® U.ARE.U™ Face Module Technical Description
🧠 Key Features
• Device Type: Edge facial recognition module (on-device processing)
• MSI Technology: Multispectral Imaging (MSI) combined with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• PAD Technology: Presentation Attack Detection (PAD)
• Biometric Functions: ◦ Face Acquisition
◦ Verification and Identification
◦ Liveness Detection
◦ Presentation Attack Detection (PAD)
📷 Technical Specifications
• Sensors: Combination of RGB and NIR (Near Infrared)
• Imaging Modes: ◦ MSI (Multispectral Imaging)
◦ Structured 3D depth sensing
◦ High-resolution periocular
◦ 2D NIR projection
• Light Resistance: Operates in varying light conditions, from full illumination to Total darkness
• Anti-spoofing: Protection against attacks involving photos, videos, 3D masks, and digital displays
• Accuracy: Paravision algorithms with excellent performance in NIST FRVT tests
🔌 Connectivity and Integration
• Interfaces: ◦ USB
◦ Ethernet with integrated API (direct access from the Internet)
• SDK: Available for software integration
• Compatibility: Can be managed via HID ArcID Biometric Server and ArcID Device Manager
This module is designed to ensure maximum security, recognition speed, and resilience against biometric fraud, even in unattended environments.
HID® U.ARE.U™ Face Module Applications
The HID® U.ARE.U™ Face Module is designed for advanced biometric applications in environments requiring high security, rapid identity verification, and resistance to presentation attacks.
🏦 Banking and Finance
• Biometric ATMs: Face verification for PIN-free withdrawals and transactions
• Customer onboarding: Facial identification when opening accounts
• Access to digital services: Secure login via facial recognition
🏥 Healthcare and Hospitals
• Patient Registration: Automatic identification upon arrival
• Access to medical records: Biometric authentication for doctors and staff
• Access control in restricted areas: Laboratories, critical departments
🏨 Hospitality and Check-in
• Hotels and Resorts: Contactless check-in via facial recognition
• Events and Conferences: Identity verification of attendees
🏢 Corporate and Access Control
• Company entrances: Badge replacement with facial recognition
• Attendance and clocking in: Automatic entry/exit registration
• Visitor Management: Secure identification and registration
🛂 Security and Public Administration
• Mobile Identity Verification: Portable devices for law enforcement
• Access control in government buildings: Identity verification without facial recognition Contact
•Borders and Immigration: Rapid Biometric Screening
🛒 Retail and Customer Experience
•Biometric Loyalty Programs: Automatic VIP Customer Recognition
•Facial Payments: Fast and Secure Checkout
Thanks to its edge processing, the module guarantees privacy, speed, and resilience against biometric fraud even in unattended environments.
