Smaller, thinner smartphone camera modules can provide pin-sharp image stabilization and make extra space for new handset features, leveraging the reduced size, increased performance, and advanced vibration immunity of STMicroelectronics’ L20G20IS miniature 2-axis MEMS gyroscope. As the newest member of ST’s highly integrated Optical Image Stabilization device family, the L20G20IS measures just 2.0mm x 2.0mm x 0.7mm, liberating […]
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Basics of AC, DC, and EC electric motors, Part 1— AC and DC
Electric motors – from tiny ones which advance a sheet of paper, to huge ones which power industrial machinery — are so common that we may not give them adequate consideration. Motors have a complex history and genealogy, which can be confusing to newcomers, Figure 1. Each motor subtype has unique characteristics which make it […]
Stero-AEC linear far-field voice kit for smart devices
XMOS Ltd announced the XVF3500 voice processor which supports stereo-AEC, along with the world’s first stereo AEC far-field linear microphone array solution, the VocalFusion Stereo Evaluation Kit (XK-VF3500-L33). The XVF3500 voice processor delivers 2-channel full duplex acoustic echo cancellation (AEC). The solution is designed for developers working in the growing voice-enabled smart TV, soundbar, set-top […]
HDMI 2.1 IP for SoC designs includes High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection 2.2 features
Synopsys announced its complete DesignWare HDMI 2.1 IP solution with High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 2.2 consisting of controllers, PHYs, verification IP, IP Prototyping Kit, and IP Subsystem as well as Linux software drivers. The IP supports advanced HDMI 2.1 features like fixed-rate link allowing uncompressed 8K resolution with 60 Hz refresh rate for a more immersive viewing […]
Biometric sensors include advanced heart monitoring and ECG
Capturing your heart rate from your wearable watch or patch was slick. But fitness enthusiasts are raising the bar and expecting manufacturers to step up to the bar with them. As wearables continue to move into consumer health applications, end users are expecting additional metrics such as heart rate variability, recovery rate — basically as […]
Universal FLASH storage devices use 64-layer BiCS FLASH 3D memory
Toshiba Memory America, Inc. (TMA) has begun sampling Universal Flash Storage (UFS) devices[ utilizing its cutting-edge 64-layer BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory. The new UFS devices meet performance demands for applications that require high-speed read/write performance and low power consumption, including mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets and augmented /virtual reality systems. The new lineup will be […]
Low-profile FH53M Series FPC connector delivers high-speed transmission for consumer electronic devices
Hirose has developed a miniature, lightweight flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector for portable electronic devices that require high-speed transmission. The FH53M Series FPC connector saves valuable PCB real estate via a back flip style actuator that minimizes the required mounting area. The compact FH53M Series FPC connector has a 0.25mm pitch, mounted depth of 3.2mm […]
Advanced optimizing C, C++ compilers work with major embedded processors
Green Hills Software announced its latest Optimizing C and C++ compilers, version 2017.5, for the world’s leading 32-bit and 64-bit embedded processor architectures, including Arm, Intel and Power Architecture. Highlights include up to 30 percent higher performance, expanded C++ capabilities and more compatibility with third-party tools. The C/C++ Compilers 2017.5 are already in heavy use by global […]
24-hour support capability delivers prototypes and full appearance models in time for CES 2018
Model Solution continues to simplify the modeling and prototyping process to accelerate product development. With the opening of the new North American headquarters and rapid prototyping center in Silicon Valley, and the existing global headquarters in Seoul, Korea, Model Solution now offers 24-hour global support for customers, including same-day technical support. Offering rapid sketch and […]
Longer battery life for hearables and wearables
Single-inductor, multiple-output circuitry can provide the kind of high conversion efficiency necessary for super-small consumer electronics. Cary Delano, Reno Rossetti | Maxim Integrated When you’re designing hearables and wearables, user experience dictates that long battery life is a key requirement. Nobody wants to stop and recharge the batteries on their earbuds during a long walk […]