Aspinity launched its Voice-First Evaluation Kit (EVK2), a complete hardware/software development kit that demonstrates Aspinity’s ultra-low-power edge processing solution for analog voice activity detection and preroll. The new EVK2 enables customers to easily integrate analog machine learning and analog data compression into battery-operated voice-enabled devices, such as hearables/wearables, smart speakers, and smart TV remotes, facilitating […]
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Power-management ICs optimized for use in laptops
MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation announced a new line of power management integrated circuits (PMIC) by introducing its first UHD display panel PMIC for laptops. PMICs are integrated circuits that include multiple power management functions within a single chip, and they are frequently used to power space-constrained devices where high-efficient and compact form factors are required. They […]
Chokes deliver common and differential mode in one SMD for DC power line apps
Bourns, Inc. announced two new low-profile, high current series of compact surface mount common mode chokes. The new SRF1206A and SRF9045A series provide not only common mode but also differential mode filtering in a single choke configuration. These highly robust products offer high current capacity to answer the need for components that meet board space constraints in an increasing number of […]
Wide-voltage, high-frequency PoL converters target USB-PD apps
Silanna Semiconductor announced the launch of their newest family of wide voltage, high-frequency point of load converters targeting USB-PD applications. Silanna Semiconductor focuses on ultimate Power Management challenges with best in class power density and efficiency performance that delights customers with unprecedented BoM savings. SZPL3102A/3103A family of two DC-DC converters (Buck Regulators) operate up to 2MHz. […]
Self-actuated tact switches save PCB space
C&K has added two new compact tact switches to its comprehensive PTS Series product offering. Ideal for portable electronics in a wide range of markets, the new side-actuated PTS845 Series and PTS850 Series give designers more options to tailor end-products. The rugged, low-profile SMT switches are commonly used in portable devices including headsets, sports watches, […]
Touchscreen controller ICs eliminate need for separate emergency stop/unlock buttons
To reduce the risk of fires in the kitchen and also floods in the laundry room, European IEC 60730 and U.S. UL 60730 Class B specifications require safety mechanisms in home appliances, such as ovens, cooktops, washing machines, and clothes dryers. Helping designers meet these functional safety requirements in touch screen enabled appliances, Microchip Technology […]
Curved, side-mounted capacitive sensor optimized for mobile devices
Fingerprint Cards AB announces the launch of a new, slim and curved capacitive touch sensor for biometric authentication. Following the success of the FPC1540 sensor, the uniquely curved FPC1542 sensor is set to enable innovation in the latest borderless smartphone designs. As demand for side-mounted touch sensors grows, the curved sensor offers OEMs enhanced design […]
Batteries and charging for wireless IoT nodes and wearables
Battery selection for a given wireless Internet of Things (IoT) node or wearables design is complex. Among the important factors are: how long the device is expected to operate with a single battery; the choice between various primary and secondary battery chemistries; the nominal and cut-off voltage of the electronics; the energy/current consumption profile, the […]
Bidirectional level translator connects SD 3.0 memory with low-voltage processing hardware
Diodes Incorporated announced the PI4ULS3V4857, an SD 3.0-compliant bidirectional level translator for use in communication, consumer, and computing system applications including smartphone handsets, notebooks, SD/MicroSD card readers, wireless access points, and 5G femtocells. The PI4ULS3V4857 has the capacity to translate a 1.2V to 1.8V host side voltage into a memory card voltage signal of either […]
SMD MOSFETs cut losses in motor drive applications
Infineon Technologies AG supports the robotics and automation industry in implementing maintenance-free motor drive inverters. By introducing the new CoolSiC MOSFET with.XT interconnection technology in a 1200 V optimized D 2PAK-7 SMD package, passive cooling becomes possible. Up to 80 percent loss reduction compared to a silicon-based solution eliminates the need for cooling fans and […]