New ICs sense human proximity to keep the RF output of consumer devices within regulated levels. David Wong, Semtech, Wireless and Sensing Products Group Whether for personal consumption or work, wireless devices are used daily. As the number of devices continues to grow, they must provide robust connectivity and ample battery life while also complying […]
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TFT displays support a 24-bit LVDS interface
Display solutions and Review Display Systems (RDS) have announced the introduction of a new family of TFT display modules. Display manufacturer Chefree has designed and developed the Family Model Series of compatible TFT displays that all feature a common, universal 30-pin data interface. The Family Model Series product range implements a universal 30-pin connector that […]
Server-grade extended ATX motherboard carries 3rd-Gen Xeon MPUs for AI work
Axiomtek announces the IMB760, a server-grade extended ATX motherboard (330mm x 305mm) powered by the dual LGA4189 socket 3rd Gen Intel Xeon scalable processors (code name: Ice Lake-SP) with the Intel C627A chipset. It comes with an effective load balancing between two CPUs and multiple accelerator cards to stabilize computation loads and maximize computing power. […]
Latest BLE audio spec aims to take wireless audio to new level
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) announced the completion of the full set of specifications that define LE Audio, the next generation of Bluetooth audio. LE Audio improves wireless audio performance, adds support for hearing aids, and introduces Auracast broadcast audio, a new Bluetooth capability that will enhance the way we engage with others and the world around […]
EDA tools speed IC design verification
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced a range of expanded electronic design automation (EDA) early design verification functionalities for its Calibre platform for integrated circuit (IC) physical verification. Engineered to help IC design teams and companies get to take out faster, these new capabilities can help IC designers “shift left” their physical and circuit verification tasks […]
DDR5 memory maximizes performance for data-intensive applications
Micron Technology, Inc. announced commercial and industrial channel partner availability of Micron DDR5 server DRAM in support of industry qualification of next-generation Intel and AMD DDR5 server and workstation platforms. The move to DDR5 memory enables up to an 85% increase in system performance over DDR4 DRAM5. Micron’s new server DDR5 memory maximizes performance for AI, HPC, […]
GNSS receiver module optimized for small battery powered tracking devices
Antenova Ltd is launching GNSSNOVA M20071, a brand new GNSS receiver module, with power consumption, reduced five-fold to enable smaller tracker designs, and trackers that run for five times longer. The M20071 module is for small tracking devices that operate from Li-ion batteries, where a lower power requirement is a clear advantage. These are typically […]
NUCs carry 12th Gen Intel Core processors
Simply NUC, Inc announces that it is taking orders for the new Topaz 2 NUC. As the successor to the first generation Topaz, Topaz 2 is the first available NUC to be powered by Intel’s latest 12th Gen Core processors. From home office to digital signage, Topaz 2 is designed to be used across a […]
Software platform targets edge computer vision projects
Flex Logix Technologies, Inc. announced the availability of EasyVision Platforms designed to help customers get to market quickly with edge computer vision products for a wide range of markets such as robotic vision, industrial, security, and retail analytics. EasyVision features the industry’s most efficient edge AI accelerator, the InferX, along with ready-to-use models that are […]
Radio-wave ranging sensor meets global broadband 60-GHz standard
Socionext America introduced the SC1240 Series radio-wave ranging sensors that use the 60GHz band with a built-in signal processing circuit for detecting the position and movement of a person with maximum accuracy. Sample shipments are scheduled for Q2 2022, and mass production in Q1 2023. The SC1240 series is a radio-wave ranging sensor that complies with […]