A new low-cost, low-risk memory solution offering unlimited endurance and safe data storage at power loss is now available from Microchip Technology Inc. This new I2C EERAM memory is an easy-to-implement, non-volatile SRAM memory that is ideal for applications that need to constantly or instantaneously record, update or monitor data including metering, automotive and industrial applications. EERAM […]
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Ultra-low-power SoC development platform targets IoT applications
Faraday Technology Corporation (TWSE: 3035), a leading ASIC design service and IP provider, today introduced the Uranus™ 55nm ultra-low-power SoC development platform for IoT applications. As the latest member of its MCU-based SoC development platform series, UranusTM features Faraday’s PowerSlash™ IP, USB 2.0 interface, 12-bit 8-channel ADC, 10-bit DAC, embedded flash memory, and comprehensive SDK support, demonstrating the […]
Dual-port quad deserializer hub aggregates data from vehicular cameras
Texas Instruments introduced the industry’s first dual-port quad deserializer hub that is compliant with the MIPI Camera Serial Interface 2 (CSI-2) specification. The new automotive-qualified hub simultaneously aggregates and replicates high-resolution data from up to four cameras. High data throughput and precision are essential in autonomous driving and sensor fusion-based advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), […]
High-speed RS-485/RS-422 transmitters include ±15 kV ESD protection
Exar Corporation today announced a family of high-speed RS-485/RS-422 transmitters that combine low power, high performance, small packaging and high ±15kV ESD protection. This family is best suited for industrial applications such as multi-drop clock distribution, telecom networking, robotic control, process automation and local area network applications. The XR33193, XR33194 and XR33195 operate from a 3.3V supply and draw only […]
Embedded Wi-Fi/BLE modules work stand-alone or with controllers
LSR, a Laird business and a global leader in certified modules and design services for wireless product development, is introducing two new solutions that help companies design and certify wirelessly-connected products quickly and successfully. Practical applications might include security and building automation, making enterprise or personal devices “wireless” to connect to the internet, medical devices, […]
Buffers speed design of clock trees, eliminate need for level shifters
Microsemi Corporation today announced the availability of its ZL40250-ZL40253 miSmartBuffer™ devices. The highly flexible feature rich products reduce the complexity of designing clock trees for communications, enterprise switches and data center equipment by offering an innovative approach to traditional buffers. “The introduction of our new miSmartBuffer devices provide a competitive advantage to Microsemi’s robust clock management buffer portfolio and enhances our reach within the […]
Power-saving IP targets wireless apps in 55-nm IC technology
Faraday Technology Corporation, a leading ASIC design service and IP provider, and United Microelectronics Corporation, a leading global semiconductor foundry, today announced the availability of Faraday’s PowerSlash™ fundamental IP on UMC’s 55nm ultra-low-power process (55ULP) technology. The combination of PowerSlash™ with UMC’s process technology, both engineered for very low-power wireless applications, is optimized to serve […]
14-channel programmable gamma buffer for automotive TFT-LCDs
Intersil Corporation announced the industry’s lowest power 14-channel programmable gamma buffer for automotive TFT-LCD displays. The automotive-grade ISL76534 delivers the highest accuracy gamma calibration to ensure consistent brightness and color matching of every LCD panel inside a vehicle. The ISL76534 is ideal for next generation LCDs designed for infotainment displays, advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) smart […]
HDK targets wearable market with RTOS, Bluetooth, GNSS support
MediaTek today announced the availability of the LinkIt™ 2523 Hardware Development Kit (HDK) for developers looking to create advanced wearable products. Based on the MediaTek MT2523G chipset, the HDK – produced by Silicon Application Corp (SAC) – offers dual-mode Bluetooth, comprehensive GNSS standards support and industry leading performance in terms of time-to-first-fix, accuracy and power consumption. […]
Processor IP core streamlines design of cellular-enabled low data rate loT devices
CEVA introduced a new lightweight, multi-purpose, processor IP core to streamline the design of cellular-enabled low data rate industrial and consumer loT devices. The CEVA-X1 IoT processor deploys a single-core DSP+CPU architecture, specifically designed to address the severe size, power and cost limitations demanded for deploying the latest LTE Cat-M1 (formerly eMTC) and Cat-NB1 (formerly […]