MediaTek today unveiled its Helio G85 mobile gaming-focused chipset. The newest addition to the Gaming G Series family packs a 1GHz GPU and HyperEngine enhancements to enable powerful and smooth gaming on mobile devices. MediaTek’s Helio G85 delivers peak performance while maximizing battery life for an incredible gaming experience with dynamic resource management technology. In addition […]
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Nex-gen microcontrollers integrate safety features to ensure sufficient supply voltage
As the Internet of Things (IoT) delivers greater connectivity for industrial and home applications and as connected vehicles enhance cabin and operational features, higher-performance microcontrollers are required for better real-time control as well as to enable enhanced human-machine interface applications. Microchip Technology Inc. announced its next-generation AVR DA family of microcontrollers (MCUs) – its first Functional […]
Functional-safety packages simplify MCU use in industrial, medical, consumer, automotive apps
STMicroelectronics has released three functional-safety packages that simplify development of safety-critical industrial, medical, consumer and automotive products based on STM32 and STM8 microcontrollers and microprocessors. The packages are available free of charge and contain the resources developers need to satisfy applicable IEC and ISO specifications. ST’s portfolio of over 1000 STM32 devices and the STM8 […]
High-performance global-shutter image sensors minimize need for host processing
STMicroelectronics is enabling the next generation of smart computer-vision applications with new high-speed image sensors that use “global shutter” – the preferred mode for capturing distortion-free images when the scene is moving or when near-infrared illumination is needed. ST’s advanced image-sensor process technologies enable class-leading pixel size while offering both high sensitivity and low crosstalk. […]
Software, chip platform supports eSIM adoption for mobile and IoT applications
Infineon Technologies AG extends its embedded SIM (eSIM) portfolio with the new OPTIGA Connect eSIM solution for mobile consumer devices. This solution fully supports all GSMA standards from 3G to 5G and securely authenticates the device to the subscribed carrier network of choice. It is the perfect match for smartphones, tablets, and wearables like smartwatches […]
Video enhancement software targets multi-camera smartphones
IMINT Image Intelligence AB announced the introduction of a series of new solutions that will revolutionize how consumers experience video on their smartphones. With its next generation of enhancement technology – which leverages the latest in AI and machine learning – consumers can create more compelling video content and enjoy richer communication with friends, family, […]
Software framework for STM32 MCUs streamlinines UI development for appliances, home automation, controls, medical devices
STMicroelectronics has added new features to the TouchGFX software framework for STM32 microcontrollers (MCUs), streamlining creation of attention-grabbing user interfaces for domestic appliances, home automation, industrial controls, medical devices, and wearables. The latest version introduces TouchGFX Generator to make setting up a project and configuring related peripherals easier than ever. This plugin to the STM32CubeMX initialization tool generates a […]
Digital pressure/temperature sensor targets embedded apps
Miniaturization, performance, and precision are key for sensors embedded in consumer devices like swim watches and diving equipment, therefore creating a growing need for high-performing and exceptionally precise sensors. To address this growing demand, TE Connectivity (TE) has released the MS5839-02BA, an ultra-compact, chlorine resistant digital pressure, and temperature sensor. The MS5839 is a digital […]
Desktop Development Kit enables textures/haptic effects defined by software
Tanvas, Inc. announces the general availability of the TanvasTouch Desktop Development Kit. TanvasTouch surface haptics enable textures and haptic effects to be defined by software and felt with the swipe of a finger on touch-enabled surfaces. The TanvasTouch Desktop Development Kit includes everything you need to create software-defined textures and haptic effects that can be […]
i.MX 8M family of chipsets to host digital audio platform
Swedish sound pioneer Dirac and NXP Semiconductors today announced a collaboration to combine one of the world’s most powerful audio chipsets with a market-leading digital audio platform. By equipping the NXP i.MX 8M family of chipsets with Dirac’s digital audio platform, OEMs can enable their devices with maximized, immersive, and adaptive sound across their complete […]