Avnet introduced the Avnet Azure Sphere MT3620 Starter Kit, which supports rapid prototyping of IoT implementations using Microsoft’s Azure Sphere, an end-to-end solution for creating highly-secured, connected microcontroller devices. Avnet will demonstrate the new starter kit for the first time at CES 2019, in booth #2609 at Tech East, Westgate Las Vegas Resort. The Starter […]
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Sensor array targets next-gen virtual reality apps
TDK Corporation announced the launch of a complete portfolio of VR sensors enabling a new class of highly accurate and affordable all-in-one VR solutions. The key platform components are: InvenSense ICM-42688 6-axis motion sensor for HMDs provides the lowest noise figure in the industry and features the only high-resolution measurement mode, enabling the measurement of VR headset […]
CPU server chipset improves upon ARMV8 processor
Huawei has announced the industry’s highest-performance Advanced RISC Machine (ARM)-based CPU. Called Kunpeng 920, the new CPU is designed to boost the development of computing in big data, distributed storage, and ARM native application scenarios. Huawei will join with industry players to advance the ARM industry and foster an open, collaborative, and win-win ecosystem. Kunpeng […]
Hybrid DSP/controller architecture offers high-level programming for IoT devices
CEVA, Inc. announced today CEVA-BX, its new all-purpose, hybrid DSP / Controller architecture to address new algorithms of digital signal processing in voice, video, communication, sensing and digital signal control applications. Offering general purpose DSP capabilities required for motor control and electrification, the CEVA-BX architecture extends CEVA’s market reach into the burgeoning automotive and industrial […]
Image sensor enables high-quality video for smart phones
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the , a new video-centric, 2.9-micron 1080p image sensor designed for smartphones. Built on OmniVision’s PureCel Plus pixel technology, the OV02K allows the secondary camera in multi-camera configurations to capture high-quality videos, even in very low ambient light conditions. According to TSR, the number of smartphones with two or three rear cameras will […]
MEMS camera module for mobile phones supports electronic zoom, advanced features
Sheba Microsystems is unveiling its new actuator camera module at the 2019 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The module uses micro piston actuators designed specifically to accelerate mobile photography development for 3D, slow motion, high-resolution, electronic zoom, and low light photography. The proprietary approach promises to provide mobile phone OEMs and consumers with DSLR high-resolution […]
Multi-beam flash LiDAR sensor provides high resolution
Ouster announced its newest multi-beam flash LiDAR sensor, the OS-1-128. The OS-1-128 is the highest resolution LiDAR on the market and comes with no change in size, mass, power consumption, or ruggedness compared to the OS-1-64, and continues to deliver on the promise of Moore’s Law-esque product improvements enabled from Ouster’s Multi-Beam Flash LiDAR architecture. The OS-1-128 […]
Advanced AI features added to STM32 processor software tools
STMicroelectronics has extended the associated STM32CubeMX ecosystem for product developers, adding advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) features. AI uses trained artificial neural networks to classify data signals from motion and vibration sensors, environmental sensors, microphones and image sensors, more quickly and efficiently than conventional handcrafted signal processing. With STM32Cube.AI, developers can now convert pre-trained neural networks into C-code that calls functions […]
Image sensor for smartphone cameras provides 13-MP in one-third-inch optical format
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV16A, an affordable 16-megapixel image sensor that enables smartphone cameras to capture higher quality photos. This versatile image sensor, built on OmniVision’s PureCel Plus 1.0 micron advanced pixel architecture, enables better autofocus for mainstream smartphones. Yole Developpement predicts that, on average, there will be three cameras per smartphone by 2022. […]
Economical image sensor provides 16-MP upgrade for rear/front smartphone cameras
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV13B image sensor—the latest addition to the company’s 13-Megapixel (MP) sensor family in a 1/3-inch optical format and featuring OmniVision’s 1.12-micron PureCel Plus pixel technology. This sensor is specifically designed for the enormous mainstream and entry-level smartphone markets, providing a compelling solution for rear- or front-facing cameras. “The market for […]