Microchip Technologies has launched a new in-circuit debugger with USB 2.0 connectivity, CMSIS-DAP support, and compatibility with multiple Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). The MPLAB® PICkit™ Basic in-circuit debugger is designed for application with various microcontrollers and features a USB Type-C interface for physical connectivity. The debugger implements the USB Type-C interface specification, providing bidirectional pin orientation […]
Edge AI chip integrates 4 MB memory with 64 KB cache
Ambiq has released a new System-on-Chip (SoC) series with three variants designed for edge computing applications. The Apollo330 Plus series implements an Arm Cortex-M55 application processor operating at speeds up to 250 MHz alongside subthreshold power optimization technology for reduced power consumption in healthcare, smart building, and industrial edge applications. The technical architecture centers on the […]
Factory-keyed MCUs support security compliance
STMicroelectronics has introduced new STM32U3 microcontrollers designed with power-saving innovations for smart connected technology deployment in remote locations. These MCUs are developed for IoT devices that must operate for extended periods without maintenance while using limited energy from sources such as coin cells or ambient solar or thermoelectric power. The STM32U3 series incorporates near-threshold chip […]
Compact 3.78 × 3.46 mm package houses 512 KB RAM MCU for space-constrained designs
STMicroelectronics has announced the next generation of its STM32 power-efficient short-range wireless microcontrollers (MCUs) that simplify connecting consumer and industrial devices to the IoT. The new STM32WBA6 series is used in connected, smart devices like wearable healthcare and wellness monitors, animal collars, electronic locks, remote weather sensors, and more. The new MCUs can handle richer functionality […]
Multi-protocol radio SoC delivers +14 dBm signal strength for mesh networks
The Apollo330 Plus System-on-Chip (SoC) series has been developed for edge computing applications. The series includes three variants: the base Apollo330 Plus, the Apollo330B Plus, and the Apollo330M Plus. Each offers different peripheral and connectivity options for healthcare, smart buildings, and industrial edge applications. The series utilizes an Arm Cortex-M55 application processor running at up […]
Edge AI platform expands to support low-power vision applications
The Edge AI development platform, DEEPCRAFT Studio, is expanding to include computer vision capabilities alongside its existing audio, radar, and time-series data support. This addition enables developers to create Edge AI models for vision applications with minimal power and memory requirements. The updated platform provides comprehensive support for vision-based AI model development, covering the entire […]
Graphics processor delivers 64 GPixel/s at 1 GHz clock speed
Imagination Technologies announces the Imagination DXTP GPU IP, designed to accelerate graphics and compute workloads on smartphones and other power-constrained devices. The DXTP delivers 20% improved power efficiency (FPS/W) on graphics workloads compared to its DXT equivalent through micro-architectural improvements. Peter Richardson, Partner & VP at Counterpoint Research, notes that the global smartphone market is […]
AI coding extension adds block diagram output to VS Code interface
A new Visual Studio Code extension from Microchip Technology provides AI-assisted code development support for embedded systems programming. The MPLAB AI Coding Assistant integrates Continue open-source code assistance technology with embedded systems documentation and real-time support features. The extension’s code completion engine operates within the VS Code interface, providing syntax suggestions and error detection capabilities. […]
SoC operates at 38.4 MHz with integrated PLFRCO for Bluetooth 5.4
Silicon Labs announces two new Bluetooth LE connectivity System-on-Chips: the BG22L and BG24L. These application-specific devices target distinct segments of the wireless market. The BG22L operates at 38.4 MHz using an ARM Cortex M33 processor, featuring 352 kB of flash and 24 kB of RAM in a 4mm x 4mm QFN32 package. The device incorporates […]
Embedded computing series integrates four 2.5 GbE network ports
Advantech has introduced two AI-integrated desktop platforms: the Mini-ITX AIMB-2710 and Micro-ATX AIMB-589. These platforms use Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) S-Series, integrating an NPU capable of 36 TOPS for AI acceleration. The platforms include PCIe Gen5 support for GPU cards and come equipped with 6400MHz DDR5 memory, USB4 Type-C, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2, […]
