Microchip Technology has released the PIC32A family of microcontroller units (MCUs) targeting math-intensive applications across automotive, industrial, consumer, AI/ML, and medical sectors. The new devices operate at 200 MHz and incorporate high-speed analog peripherals to reduce external component requirements. The PIC32A MCUs include integrated analog capabilities with 12-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) operating at up to […]
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UFS4.1 embedded flash drive achieves 3,900 MB/s write speed
Sandisk has introduced the AT EU752 UFS4.1 Embedded Flash Drive (EFD), an automotive-grade storage device with UFS4.1 interface technology. The new device offers projected performance of up to 3,900 MB/s sequential write and 4,200 MB/s sequential read speeds at the 1TB capacity, more than twice the performance of Sandisk’s previous UFS3.1 device. The AT EU752 […]
FPGAs deliver enhanced AI tensor blocks for edge computing applications
Altera Corporation introduced new programmable hardware and software for embedded developers working on edge applications. The new offerings include Agilex FPGAs, Quartus Prime Pro software, and FPGA AI Suite for embedded systems development in robotics, factory automation, and medical equipment. Altera’s programmable hardware addresses technical requirements for embedded and edge applications, focusing on power consumption […]
A survey of Wi-Fi connectivity modules for IoT applications: part 2
This second part of the multipart FAQ will focus on Wi-Fi modules from u-blox and Microchip Technology. u-blox, a Swiss company primarily known for GPS and cellular technologies, has recently expanded into Wi-Fi modules. Microchip Technology is based in the US and is known for developing low-power connectivity options for IoT applications. u-blox: MAYA-W4 Series […]
Security platform manages public key infrastructure for embedded IoT networks
Crypto Quantique demonstrated the QuarkLink Hybrid PQC security platform at Embedded World 2025. The company also showcased its latest analog and digital silicon IP offerings for device security. QuarkLink is an integrated, scalable, cloud-based software platform that reduces the time and expense of implementing all necessary security functions in embedded device IoT networks and industrial […]
FPGA hardware and software for embedded and intelligent edge applications
Altera Corporation unveiled its latest programmable solutions tailored for embedded developers who are pushing the boundaries of innovation at the intelligent edge. Altera’s latest Agilex FPGAs, Quartus Prime Pro software, and FPGA AI Suite enable the rapid development of highly customized embedded systems deployed across a broad range of edge applications, including robotics, factory automation […]
MPU achieves 10 TOPS/W efficiency with DRP-AI3 accelerator
Renesas Electronics Corporation expanded its RZ/V Series with the RZ/V2N microprocessor designed for vision AI implementations. The RZ/V2N incorporates the DRP (Dynamically Reconfigurable Processor)-AI3 accelerator that delivers 10 TOPS/W power efficiency and AI inference performance up to 15 TOPS through pruning technology. The RZ/V2N features a 15 mm square package, reducing mounting area requirements by […]
Sequans LTE module now available on click board ecosystem
Sequans announce the availability of LTE IoT 10 Click, the latest addition to MIKROE’s extensive click board ecosystem. MIKROE is renowned for its innovative hardware and software products that significantly reduce development time by adhering to proven standards. The LTE IoT 10 Click is a compact add-on board designed to provide robust LTE-M and NB-IoT […]
Multi-core MCUs feature AES-256 and RSA-4096 security
Synaptics Incorporated has expanded its AI-Native platform with a new series of microcontroller units designed for edge computing applications. The SR-Series MCUs implement three operational tiers: a 100 GOPS performance tier, an efficiency tier, and an ultra-low-power always-on tier. The hardware architecture is based on an Arm Cortex-M55 core operating at speeds up to 400 […]
Identity-secured Bluetooth connection hardware framework is geo-location enabled
Blecon announced Blecon-enabled modules in collaboration with leading Bluetooth module manufacturers. The Bluetooth Low Energy cloud connectivity modules have been developed in collaboration with multiple Bluetooth module manufacturers. These modules implement cloud connectivity over Bluetooth Low Energy with technical specifications, including secure identity verification, geolocation capabilities without GPS hardware, global time synchronization functions, and over-the-air […]
