OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the latest member of its 2-megapixel (MP) image sensor family — the OV02B. OmniVision is using 12’’ wafers to produce this sensor, instead of the 8” wafers that are in tight supply but are typically used for 2MP sensors. This enables the company to better address the increasing demand for 2MP […]
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IoT ecosystem security strengthened with GSMA’s IoT SAFE implementation
u-blox will strengthen the security of IoT ecosystems built upon its dedicated LTE-M and NB-IoT chipset by implementing a key set of security features endorsed by the GSMA. Support for the IoT SAFE (IoT SIM applet for secure end-to-end communication) implementation guide will be included in a software maintenance release for u-blox devices based on the UBX-R5 chipset, […]
Carrier board hosts Nvidia Jetson Nano module
As the speedy development of artificial intelligence, the applications have largely expended to all industries. With the results, AI processors have significantly announced to the market. However, to live up the requests from the market, GPGPU and edge computing solutions provider Aetina Corporation provides various alternative products and AI computing platforms for developers’ choices. Aetina […]
New service handles secure loading of cloud credentials for IoT devices
Introducing new features to secure data exchanges in increasingly aggressive contexts, the STMicroelectronics STSAFE-A110 Secure Element protects consumer and industrial connected devices in the Internet of Things (IoT), preventing the counterfeiting of genuine products by strictly assuring their authenticity. STSAFE-A110 offers state-of-the-art certified protection and access to secure loading of cloud credentials to provide mass registration […]
Ultra-compact digital temperature sensor features precise digital output, low power consumption
In today’s world, industrial, consumer and even medical sectors are adopting digitalization to collect sensor data. While certain devices are fitted with analog-to-digital converters, the market demands increased accuracy, smaller size, higher versatility and lower prices as data is used for more precise controls. To meet this emerging need, TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader […]
Image sensor targets smartphones with 0.8-micron pixel size
OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the OV64C, its first 64 megapixel (MP) image sensor featuring a 0.8 micron pixel size to enable high-resolution smartphone cameras in a 1/1.7″ optical format. Built on OmniVision’s PureCel Plus stacked die technology, this sensor provides leading-edge still image capture and exceptional 4K […]
Static code analysis tool meets CERT C Coding standard
IAR Systems announces the availability of a major update of its static code analysis tool C-STAT in the complete C/C++ compiler and debugger toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench. In addition to the already broad compliance with industry coding standards defined by MISRA and CWE, the updated version of C-STAT extends its compliance into complete coverage for […]
Bluetooth 5.1 module boosts range in harsh industrial environments
Laird Connectivity has announced the new BL653 embedded Bluetooth 5.1 module series which enables industrial OEMs to implement longer range BLE applications in the harshest industrial operating environments. The BL653 is a complete multi-protocol embedded wireless offering with exceptional processing capability, Bluetooth 5.1 direction finding with angle of arrival (AoA) and angle of departure (AoD), […]
Ultra-low bandwidth wireless IoT platform combines processor, hardware accelerators, dedicated peripherals, RF interface
Synopsys launched its new DesignWare ARC IoT Communications IP Subsystem, an integrated hardware and software solution that combines Synopsys’ DSP-enhanced ARC EM11D processor, hardware accelerators, dedicated peripherals, and RF interface to deliver efficient DSP performance for ultra-low bandwidth wireless IoT (NB-IoT) applications, such as machine to machine communication. The ARC IP Subsystem includes SPI and […]
Ultra-low power MCUs incorporate security measures for IoT apps
STMicroelectronics announces ultra-low-power STM32L5x2 microcontrollers (MCUs) that emphasize security to assure better protected IoT-connected applications. Operating at clock frequencies to 110MHz, the STM32L5-series MCUs start from the Arm Cortex-M33 32-bit RISC core with Arm TrustZone hardware-based security. First conceived for equipment such as desktops, mobile devices, and communication infrastructure, trusted computing authenticates devices connected to […]