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Automotive lidar slides down the cost curve
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Optimized 32-bit MCU targets IoT edge applications
Silicon Labs announced the launch of the EFM32PG22 (PG22) 32-bit microcontroller unit (MCU), a low-cost, high-performance solution with an industry-leading combination of energy efficiency, … [Read More...] about Optimized 32-bit MCU targets IoT edge applications

Super-low-power arm cortex-M33 core MCUs feature advanced cybersecurity, graphics, peripherals
STMicroelectronics has announced a new generation of extreme power-saving microcontrollers (MCUs), the STM32U5* series, to meet the most demanding power/performance requirements for smart applications … [Read More...] about Super-low-power arm cortex-M33 core MCUs feature advanced cybersecurity, graphics, peripherals

Low-power NB2 chipset includes ARM Cortex-M4 MCU
Sony Semiconductor Israel announced the launch of the Altair ALT1255, a new low-power NB2 chipset. The ALT1255 is 5G ready, designed with an integrated SIM (iSIM), user MCU, rich application layer, … [Read More...] about Low-power NB2 chipset includes ARM Cortex-M4 MCU

In-circuit, universal flash programmer features credit-card-sized footprint
The SEGGER Flasher Compact is a full-featured, in-circuit, universal flash programming tool in a housing with a footprint smaller than that of a credit card. While the Flasher Compact can be used … [Read More...] about In-circuit, universal flash programmer features credit-card-sized footprint

Embedded development tools support 64-bit ARM cores
IAR Systems presents that its C/C++ development toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench for Arm now supports 64-bit Arm cores including Arm Cortex-A35, Cortex-A53, and Cortex-A55. Through IAR Embedded … [Read More...] about Embedded development tools support 64-bit ARM cores

The pros and cons of the Raspberry Pi 400
In many ways, Raspberry Pi falls short as a full-fledged personal computer. The Raspberry Pi Foundation has tried to change this with its latest addition, the Raspberry Pi 400. Launched in November … [Read More...] about The pros and cons of the Raspberry Pi 400

STM32 MCUs get AI firmware function pack, camera-module
A new AI firmware function pack and camera-module hardware bundle from STMicroelectronics enable embedded developers to build affordable and powerful computer-vision applications running locally, at … [Read More...] about STM32 MCUs get AI firmware function pack, camera-module

Evaluation kit checks out ultra-low power e-paper displays
Pervasive Displays has introduced the EXT3 extension kit and evaluation board, with support for its entire range of iTC ultra-low-power e-paper displays for industrial, commercial, and retail … [Read More...] about Evaluation kit checks out ultra-low power e-paper displays

Tips on designing smart home devices – Part 2
In Part 1, we covered the design criteria to consider when creating a new smart home device and some of the smart home protocols. Here, we continue with additional device-design … [Read More...] about Tips on designing smart home devices – Part 2

FPGAs and other programmable devices – what’s the difference?
Field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) are digital ICs consisting of arrays of logic blocks that can be programmed (wired) and reprogrammed multiple times, even after the product containing the FPGA … [Read More...] about FPGAs and other programmable devices – what’s the difference?

Tips on designing smart home devices – Part 1
The smart home market is growing rapidly, with many developers striving to get a piece of the pie. As a result, competition is fierce. To create a highly competitive smart home device, designers want … [Read More...] about Tips on designing smart home devices – Part 1

Open-source SoC dev kit fits in USB port
QuickLogic Corporation announced the introduction of its new Qomu development kit, a tiny form factor Arm Cortex-M4F MCU + eFPGA combination that fits into a USB Type-A port. Optimized for the … [Read More...] about Open-source SoC dev kit fits in USB port

Open-source MCU/eFPGA SoC development kit fits in a USB port
QuickLogic Corporation announced the introduction of its new Qomu development kit, a tiny form factor Arm Cortex M4F MCU + eFPGA combination that fits into a USB Type-A port. Optimized for the … [Read More...] about Open-source MCU/eFPGA SoC development kit fits in a USB port

Single-chip ethernet controller connects vehicle infotainment devices
As connected vehicles increasingly rely on Ethernet for network connectivity, smart technology is helping developers to streamline infotainment system development and quickly adapt to manufacturers’ … [Read More...] about Single-chip ethernet controller connects vehicle infotainment devices

IDE for RE MCUs includes optimized run-time library, compiler and linker
SEGGER Microcontroller, in cooperation with Renesas, announces the availability of its entire product portfolio for the Renesas RE Family microcontroller units (MCUs). This includes a full line of … [Read More...] about IDE for RE MCUs includes optimized run-time library, compiler and linker