From: Validating an infrared thermal switch as a novel access technology
 | Infrared Thermal Switch | Chin Switch |
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 | Flexibility: switch works even in spite of user body motion and head rotation (as long as user face is in camera's field of view) | Instantaneous activation |
Pros's | Non-contact | More sensitive switch |
 | Possible to activate the switch with closed eyes |  |
 | Reduced detection sensitivity immediately after taking cold drink or food (this problem is alleviated with time) | Low detection sensitivity due to considerable head rotation or change of posture |
Con's | Reduced detection sensitivity if too much saliva in the mouth (this problem is alleviated with one swallow) | Too many false positives due to small head motion, talking or any activity that makes the chin touch the switch |
 | Prolonged periods of switch operation may cause fatigue or jaw pain | May cause infection if it enters user mouth May cause skin irritation |