Incorporated announced that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., introduced the QCC3026, Flash-programmable Bluetooth audio SoC that is designed to reduce power consumption by up to 50% compared to previous generation entry-level flash devices. The new SoC is also engineered to balance functionality and cost to help manufacturers simply and quickly develop and commercialize feature […]
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“Alexa, get me an SDK”
Symmetry Electronics, a global distributor of wireless, IoT and video technologies, today announced the available distribution of DSP Group’s HDClear 3-Mic Development Kit for Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS). The HDClear 3-Mic Development Kit for Amazon AVS enables OEMs to integrate Amazon Alexa into a number of IoT products, including smart speakers, smart home devices, wearable devices, […]
Eight-bit MCUs incorporate dual ADCs for synchronous sampling
AVR microcontrollers (MCUs) have long been used to create highly responsive sensor nodes because of their cost effectiveness and ease of implementation. To enhance the capability and responsiveness of applications in these settings, Microchip Technology Inc. has expanded its tinyAVR MCU series to include two new devices with advanced analog features and the largest memory variant in the […]
What is DICE architecture?
DICE stands for Device Identifier Composition Engine, and it is a security standard created by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) which has been addressing security issues for years. TCG announced the establishment of DICE Architecture, or DICE Architecture Work Group to address the need for increased security in the Internet of Things (IoT) therefore targeting […]
AIS Class B technology demonstrator added to marine communications suite
CML Microcircuits has announced the release of the DE70322T AIS Class B Demonstrator, including a reference design package, further expanding its Marine Communications product suite. The DE70322T package is an enabler for manufacturers to develop a new state-of-the-art, small form factor AIS Class B transceiver with market-leading performance, achieve an easy route to certification and […]
Integrated gas sensor module measures indoor air quality
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. launched its new ZMOD family of integrated gas sensors that offer best-in-class stability and sensitivity for measuring volatile organic compound (VOC) gases. These sensors are ideal for indoor air quality applications, including smart thermostats, air purifiers, smart HVAC equipment and other “smart home” devices. “ZMOD builds on the established success of our SGAS […]
Bluetooth sensor kit supports cloud-connected IoT sensors with low power, small footprint
Dialog Semiconductor plc unveiled its new 15 Degrees-of-Freedom (DOF) SmartBond Multi-Sensor Kit to support sensor connectivity in the Internet of Things (IoT). Built on Dialog’s DA14585 SmartBond System-on-Chip (SoC), the kit allows engineers to easily connect sensors to the cloud at the lowest power and smallest footprint. Supporting more sensors than any other on the […]
Magnetic angle sensors show angle error of less than 1 degree across temp and lifetime
Functional safety applications in cars often require substantial system design efforts. With XENSIV TLE5014, Infineon Technologies AG now offers a new magnetic angle sensor family that is both ready for these demanding applications and at the same time easy to use. The TLE5014 sensors meet ISO26262 ASIL C for the single die and ISO26262 ASIL […]
Power line communication modem streamlines deployment of smart energy equipment
With the uptick in smart grid infrastructure adoption globally, utilities are seeking ways to improve reliability and performance of smart meters to address multiple markets. To meet utilities’ growing needs, equipment manufacturers dedicate extensive resources developing different versions of products based on existing and emerging industry-standard Power Line Communication (PLC) protocols. Microchip Technology Inc. today introduced […]
Circuit verification software handles 8LPP and 7LPP process technologies
Mentor, a Siemens business, today announced it has enabled a wide range of Mentor verification tools and solutions for the latest versions of Samsung Foundry’s 8LPP and 7LPP offerings. Mentor’s Calibre nmPlatform and Analog FastSPICE (AFS) custom and analog/mixed-signal (AMS) circuit verification platforms are available for use in the verification and sign-off of production tapeouts for Samsung Foundry’s innovative 8LPP […]