The STMicroelectronics STWBC-MC 15W wireless battery-charger transmitter can control multiple charging coils, making charging less dependent on the precise position of the battery-powered device. Compliant with the latest Qi 1.2.4 specification, the STWBC-MC is the first transmitter specifically designed to support the Qi MP-A15 EPP (Extended Power Profile) topology. In addition to detecting a valid receiver and selecting […]
Applications
Reference design facilitates Low Power Wide Area cellular IoT apps
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the Renesas Synergy AE-CLOUD2 kit, a complete hardware and software reference design that allows embedded developers to quickly evaluate cellular connectivity options and build Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) cellular Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The AE-CLOUD2 kit together with the new Synergy Software Package (SSP) version 1.5.0 simplifies connecting IoT […]
Teardown: Inside the PlayStation 4 game box
We take a look at the venerable Sony game box with an eye toward power handling and architecture. Chances are that if you’re a gamer, you’re experiencing your video games on a Sony PlayStation 4. To date, over 75 million PlayStation 4 boxes have sold. The closest competitor is the Xbox One (36.03 million) and […]
An Open Source RTOS for IoT
An operating system (OS) is software that supports essential computer functions by managing software and hardware in a computer system. An embedded OS is typically tailored for a specific system and is usually as small as is necessary to do its job. You can find OSes in smartphones, routers, smart watches, game consoles, Alexa/Google Home, […]
New chips deliver privacy-enabled, multi-layered security for the IoT
NXP Semiconductors N.V. has introduced its newest NTAG DNA tag solutions that deliver privacy enabled, multi-layered security for NFC and IoT authentication applications. The NFC Forum-certified NTAG 424 DNA and NTAG 424 DNA TagTamper delivers cutting-edge security and privacy features, making it possible to confidently authenticate products and goods at scale. These NFC tags provide cost-effective product protection […]
BLE 5 and WiFi modules include protocol stacks and software tools
Designed as a way to implement the challenging process of going from silicon all the way to cloud, Silicon Lab’s new Wireless Xpress hardware-software solution enables help developers to get IoT applications connected and running in a day, with no software development necessary. Wireless Xpress provides a configuration-based development experience with everything developers need including certified Bluetooth […]
CMOS chipset for 200G/400G SR datacom modules
The new IDT developed the new HXT14450/HXR14450 chipset addresses the rapid migration from 100G to 400G that mega data centers are undergoing to meeting the continuing rise in cloud computing. The chipset is primarily designed for 200G/400G SR Ethernet optical transceivers and active optical cables (AOCs) that are largely used in the short distance between […]
Compact Bluetooth module includes antenna, dc-dc converters, sync and radio crystals
Following on from the success of its ISP 1507-AX module, Insight SiP is launching the ISP1507-AL module to give customers access to low cost, high quality, advanced Bluetooth technology. Based on the class-leading Nordic Semiconductor nRF52 series, this module offers a complete wireless connectivity solution, with an embedded antenna, integrated DC-DC converter, and includes both radio and […]
WAAS-based MCU amps performance of wireless earbuds and hearables
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. introduced a Bluetooth audio offering that brings leading-edge performance to wireless earbuds and hearables. Based on the new Wireless Audio Stereo Synchronization (WASS) application and the CYW20721 Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Audio microcontroller (MCU), the solution provides robust connections for differentiated performance in wireless earbuds. The MCU features a link budget […]
Low-cost gigabit network FMC Module fastracks IIoT development
Avnet introduced the Avnet Network FMC Module, offering designers of emerging industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications industry-leading Gigabit Ethernet switching at less than half the cost of devices currently available on the market. Optimized for Xilinx FPGA and SoC-based industrial Ethernet digital communications systems, the new Dual 1000 Mbps Networking FMC Module supports applications […]