On October 23, 2025, NXP Semiconductors made an announcement regarding the release of the i.MX 952 application processor. This processor is meticulously crafted for AI vision, human-machine interface (HMI), and cabin sensing applications. By seamlessly integrating sensor fusion technology, which is driven by the eIQ® Neutron neural processing unit (NPU), it empowers a range of functions. These include driver state monitoring and child occupancy detection, all of which contribute to elevating the driving experience and bolstering safety.
The i.MX 952 SoC boasts pin-compatibility with the i.MX 95 series. This compatibility grants developers the flexibility to expand software and hardware designs on a unified platform. It effectively caters to market demands across diverse price brackets, slashes costs, and expedites the time-to-market for products.
