{"product_id":"kit-gesture-volume-controller","title":"Gesture Volume Controller Kit with ESP32 + Sensor","description":"\u003ch1\u003eESP32 Gesture Volume Controller Kit – Swipe to Control Volume without Touch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e APDS9960 gesture detection \u0026amp; ESP32 audio output control\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine adjusting your speaker volume with a simple swipe of your hand, no knobs or remotes needed. This kit lets you build a gesture-controlled audio system using the ESP32-S3 and APDS9960 sensor, mapping up\/down swipes to the PAM8403 amplifier's output. Perfect for adding a futuristic touch to your desk or integrating into a smart home prototype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact touchless volume controller that reads your hand gestures to increase or decrease the volume of a connected speaker. When you swipe up, the volume rises; swipe down, it lowers. The ESP32-S3 processes the gesture data in real time, driving the PAM8403 amplifier that powers the included 3W speaker. You’ll have a fully functional, standalone device that reacts to your movements without any physical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect and configure the APDS9960 gesture sensor over I2C with the ESP32-S3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrite Arduino\/C++ code to interpret up, down, left, right swipe events\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMap gesture data to variable volume control using the PAM8403 audio amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesign a breadboard circuit with proper pull-up resistors and decoupling capacitors for stable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-S3 Dev Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPDS9960 Gesture Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAM8403 Amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3W 8Ω Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7kΩ Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400-pt Breadboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro USB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for Indian students who want to go beyond theory—CBSE Class 11-12 electronics enthusiasts, ATL tinkering lab teams, and first-year B.Tech ECE students at colleges like VIT, NIT, or BITS Pilani. It’s also a ready-made prototype for Smart India Hackathon entries or hobby projects that need a futuristic UI element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the AI companion via the QR code on the box for real-time, step-by-step guidance, or send a WhatsApp message for direct human help. We’ll walk you through wiring, code uploads, and troubleshooting until your volume controller works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I modify the code to control other devices with gestures?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the APDS9960 recognizes up, down, left, right swipes, which can be mapped to any digital or PWM output. You can repurpose the ESP32-S3 to control lights, motors, or send commands over Wi-Fi for IoT projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the kit include a power supply, or do I need to buy one separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a Micro USB cable to power the ESP32-S3 from any standard USB adapter or power bank. The amplifier and speaker run off the board’s 5V output. No separate supply needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need prior experience with Arduino or ESP32 to build this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The AI companion provides a complete beginner’s walkthrough with wiring diagrams and pre-written code. You’ll learn by doing, with explanations for every line and component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAPDS9960 gesture sensor detects swipe direction. 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