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Sub-$200 Lidar Could Reshuffle  Auto Sensor Economics

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MicroVision is aiming to develop a lidar sensor priced under $200, potentially disrupting the current auto sensor market where typical prices are double that amount. This move could significantly impact the economics of sensors in the automotive industry. The company's goal is to eventually bring the cost of lidar units down to as low as $100, making this technology more accessible for a wider range of applications, including self-driving cars.

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