Bluetooth protocol analysis systems now include tracking technology for full and accurate capture of isochronous traffic on connected and broadcast links, an innovative auto-detection capability built into a test-equipment grade integration of the power-friendly LC3 audio codec, and support for several new audio profiles. Bluetooth LE Audio uses a new isochronous physical channel to carry […]
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Inductors target power circuits in wireless earphones
TDK Corporation has developed the PLEA67 Series of inductors for use in true wireless stereo (TWS)* devices. Mass production will begin in March 2021. This new series of inductors is intended for use in power circuits incorporated into wireless earphones used with smartphones, portable players, and similar devices. In addition to an impressive rated current […]
mmWave signals: The effect on PCB traces, cables and connectors
The use of mmWave technology is growing across various applications, from 5G telephony to automotive systems and drones. At mmWave frequencies, Signal Integrity (SI) is a major concern. SI measures the signal’s ability to propagate without distortion or undue losses. It measures the quality, or distortion, of the signal passing through the printed circuit board…
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules offer pad or chip antennas
The Innophase INP1012 and INP1013 modules run on little power, saving battery time in IoT devices.
Aero satellite comm antennas cater to distributed/embedded phased-array apps
ThinKom Solutions, Inc. has developed a new product variant of its VICTS aero satellite communication antennas enabling more flexible installation choices and allowing for smaller distributed and embedded phased-array applications. The new product variant, which targets government and military beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) satellite communication markets, integrates the VICTS antenna, antenna control unit (ACU), and power supply (PS) […]
Multichannel LTE antennas optimized for IoT apps
Novocomms announces the global launch of the FPCB LTE 4G antenna. The FPCB LTE 4G is the latest addition to the British technology company’s family of patented multi-channel antennas for use within the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Novocomms has invested heavily to provide customized engineering support to their customers – unique within the industry. […]
BLE MCUs incorporate baluns feature new power-saving operation mode
STMicroelectronics has extended its STM32WB* Bluetooth LE microcontroller (MCU) offering with new devices that combine entry-level features with extra power savings for longer-lasting performance. The dual-core STM32WB15 and STM32WB10 Value Line pair an Arm Cortex-M4 processor to run the main application and a Cortex-M0+ to handle Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, ensuring real-time performance from each. The radio stage has a 102dBm link […]
Miniaturized Wi-Fi and BLE wireless modules feature low power consumption
InnoPhase announces the new Talaria TWO INP1012 and INP1013 modules for a wide range of products including smart home, smart industry, and smart health applications. The platform combines wireless connectivity and an integrated microcontroller for edge-of-network IoT devices that require low power consumption and a direct-to-cloud connection. The miniaturized modules are forty percent smaller than the […]
Where does 5G fit into your designs?
by Jon Gabay for Mouser Electronics Virtually everyone today has wireless service or access to it. Since the introduction of early analog wireless services to digital 3G and 4G, most depend on their wireless service provider and device to keep them connected to our fast-paced, real-time world. Now, 5G is flaunting its promises for next-generation…
How Doherty Amplifiers improve PA efficiency
An amplifier design from 1936 gets a revival by reducing power consumption in cellular radios.