SiTime Corporation introduced the SiT3901 µPower digitally controlled MEMS oscillator (DCXO) targeting power-sensitive and space-constrained mobile and IoT applications. The SiT3901 improves wireless charging speed by up to 25% while reducing the overall timing solution area by up to 90%. The MEMS oscillator is ideal for wireless charging systems for smartwatches, activity trackers, hearing aids, […]
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GNSS/INS software handles full mapping workflow
Septentrio is now offering post-processing solutions for its GNSS/INS (Inertial Navigation System) receivers. Land or aerial mapping applications, which do not have access to real-time GNSS corrections, benefit from post-processing software for higher positioning and orientation (heading, pitch, and roll) accuracy. With the addition of post-processing, Septentrio GNSS/INS products seamlessly cover the full mapping workflow. […]
Breakout prototyping and development boards handle NeoMESH networking
NeoCortec announced a family of breakout prototyping and development boards that provide a simple and easy way for designers to begin working with NeoMESH, the world’s most versatile, low-power, self-forming wireless mesh network. Designed to operate either as a stand-alone development board or in Feather Wing mode for compatibility with Adafruit Feather boards, the FWNCxxxx […]
Chipset for tablets, portable notebooks integrates octa-core CPU architecture
MediaTek announced its new Kompanio 900T chipset, expanding MediaTek’s portfolio of mobile computing solutions for tablets, portable notebooks, and other devices. The introduction of Kompanio 900T follows MediaTek’s recent launch of Kompanio 1300T, which is designed for premium tablets. MediaTek’s Kompanio platform combines powerful computing capabilities and ultra-low power consumption with the company’s advanced technologies […]
AWS IoT core provides ultra-low power Wi-Fi cloud connectivity
InnoPhase announces the availability of a qualified Amazon Web Services (AWS) Internet of Things (IoT) Core solution for ultra-low power Wi-Fi cloud connectivity. In addition, it unveils a demonstration Smart Home Skill for Amazon Alexa targeted at home automation product designs. The solutions utilize the award-winning Talaria TWO multiprotocol wireless modules, offering the industry’s lowest power Wi-Fi solution and BLE5 for provisioning and diagnostics. […]
Thin-film common-mode filters for mobile devices
TDK Corporation has developed the TCM0403M Series of miniaturized thin-film common-mode filters for mobile devices. The 0403 case size (0.45 x 0.3 x 0.23 mm) is 58 % smaller and 56 % lighter than previous products. With their high common-mode attenuation characteristic, these products reduce intruding noise and improve wireless signal reception sensitivity. The common-mode […]
BLE asset tracking platform features super-long battery life, improved location accuracy
Link Labs announced the release of its Xtreme Low Energy (XLETM) technology for IoT asset tracking. An innovative, patented wireless communication method, XLE extends the battery life of Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) tags by more than 400%, or by up to three years longer, and improves accuracy in asset location to within one meter. […]
SMD crystals feature improved temperature behavior, lower frequency tolerance
Murata Electronics has developed the XRCGB-F1S series crystals. It provides improved temperature characteristics and lower frequency tolerance (+-10ppm). Using a silicon conductive paste in the construction process, we are able to achieve a reduction in temperature variation characteristics across the temperature range. Additionally, the new -F1S series achieves better performance characteristics after reflow soldering. The new […]
Packaging options and advances for digital ICs
The packaging options for digital ICs (and the related buzz words and acronyms) continue to multiply. Advanced digital ICs such as microprocessors, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), and application specific custom ICs (ASICs) are offered in a wide array of package styles such as: QFN, quad flat no leads; FBGA, fine pitch ball grid array; WLCSP, […]
Is Li-Fi “To Be” or “Not To Be”? Part 3 – Status
Optical wireless communications in the form of “Li-Fi” is a technical alternative to RF-based Wi-Fi with distinct strengths and weaknesses. Part 2 of this article looked at Li-Fi attributes and building blocks. This part looks at Li-Fi system-level issues and offers a perspective on Li-Fi’s present market acceptance. Q: Can I use Li-Fi today? A: […]