NXP Semiconductors has expanded its eIQ AI and machine learning development software with two new tools designed to enhance edge AI deployment capabilities across their processor range. The first addition, eIQ Time Series Studio, introduces an automated machine learning workflow specifically engineered for time series-based machine learning models on MCU-class devices, including the MCX and […]
RISC-V updates operating system compatibility profile
RISC-V Ratifies RVA23 Profile for 64-bit Application ProcessorsRISC-V International announced the ratification of the RVA23 Profile, establishing standardized specifications for 64-bit application processors running rich operating systems. This profile enables software portability across different hardware implementations, helping developers avoid vendor lock-in while creating a common target for software development. The RVA23 Profile introduces two significant […]
RISC-V releases new application processor standard
RISC-V International has ratified the RVA23 Profile for 64-bit application processors. This profile standardizes operating system compatibility and software portability across hardware implementations, reducing vendor lock-in for system developers. The RVA23 Profile completed development and review through RISC-V’s 80 technical working groups before board ratification. The profile defines mandatory and optional features that developers can […]
MIPI Alliance releases A-PHY v2.0 with enhanced bandwidth capabilities
The MIPI Alliance announced that global OEMs and other automotive supply chain vendors have joined the ecosystem designing products based on the MIPI A-PHY SerDes specification for high-speed image sensor and display connectivity. These companies recognize the technology’s resilience and its ability to support the bandwidth and performance requirements of next-generation ADAS and ADS applications. In […]
PICMG develops InterEdge standard for interchangeable industrial modules
PICMG, a consortium for developing open embedded computing specifications, has announced the formation of the InterEdge 1.1 Technical Working Group (TWG). Industry professionals interested in contributing to future technologies in process industries, including refining, chemical, oil gas, pharmaceuticals, metals and mining, pulp and paper, as well as food and beverage, are invited to join the […]
Cross-device, cross-market tools unite hardware and software development
A new suite of developer-centric offerings from Analog Devices Inc. unites cross-device, cross-market hardware, software, and services for the Intelligent Edge. The centerpiece of this launch is CodeFusion Studio™, a comprehensive embedded software development environment based on Microsoft’s Visual Studio code. CodeFusion Studio features an integrated development environment (IDE) and command-line interface. It incorporates open-source […]
USB controller offers 1 MB SRAM for data buffering
Infineon Technologies AG has introduced the EZ-USB™ FX20 programmable USB peripheral controller, the latest addition to its EZ-USB product family. This new controller is designed for USB devices used in AI, image processing, and other applications that require high data transfer rates. The EZ-USB FX20 features USB 20 Gbps and LVDS interfaces, offering a total […]
MCU family combines 7.5MB SRAM and eIQ Neutron NPU for AI and power efficiency
NXP Semiconductors has introduced the i.MX RT700 crossover MCU family designed for AI-enabled edge devices such as wearables, consumer medical devices, smart home products, and HMI platforms. The i.MX RT700 integrates up to five cores, including a primary Arm Cortex-M33 running at 325 MHz and a Cadence Tensilica HiFi 4 DSP for advanced audio processing. […]
Graphics suite aims to streamline touchscreen interface design
Microchip Technology introduces Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), which is designed to simplify the process of incorporating Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs), animations, and images into touchscreen displays. This tool aims to support embedded developers in creating intuitive and visually appealing interactions for modern applications. MGS is developed to integrate with Microchip’s 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) and microprocessors […]
IP series to address diverse AI computing needs
SiFive, Inc., has introduced the SiFive Intelligence XM Series for AI workload acceleration. This new product line features an AI matrix engine designed for system-on-chip solutions in Edge IoT, Consumer devices, electric/autonomous vehicles, and data centers. SiFive also plans to release an open-source reference implementation of its SiFive Kernel Library (SKL). The XM Series incorporates […]