u-blox, a global provider of leading positioning and wireless communication technologies and services, today announced the NORA-B1 Bluetooth module, the newest member of its short range radio portfolio. Based on Nordic Semiconductor’s latest nRF5340 Bluetooth low energy chipset – the first to host a powerful Arm Cortex M33 dual core MCU – NORA-B1 is designed […]
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Embedded SBC minimized developments risks for IoT applications
Artila Electronics, which specializes in the development and manufacture of Linux-ready Arm embedded industrial computers, has announced the SBC-7530, an ARM-based Cortex-A7 turnkey single board computer, delivers stable, strong system performance in a low power platform; it’s designed specifically for applications which require multiple I/O connection, networking connectivity and high-performance graphic interfaces. With arm processor […]
Tiny BLE 5.1 module targets space-constrained industrial apps
Laird Connectivity has announced the new BL653µ Bluetooth 5.1 module series which delivers longer range Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) connectivity for harsh industrial operating environments at a fraction of the size. With a footprint as small as 6.3 x 5.6 mm, the miniaturized BL653µ specifically targets designs where space is constrained while delivering complete multi-protocol […]
Software implements ultra-low-power wireless KNX nodes
STMicroelectronics has released KNX software for the S2-LP ultra-low-power radio transceiver to enable energy-saving standardized wireless connectivity for smart-building controls. Ready to run on an STM32* microcontroller (MCU) or alternatively on a BlueNRG-2 Bluetooth Low Energy System-on-Chip (SoC) that embeds an Arm Cortex-M0 core running at 32MHz and a comprehensive set of I/O peripherals, the software contains a certified KNX-RF stack, RF adaptation […]
Network coprocessor includes BLE 5.0 capabilities
STMicroelectronics has unveiled the BlueNRG-2N Bluetooth 5.0-certified network processor, lowering power consumption and adding support for the latest Bluetooth features that increase data throughput and enhance privacy and security. The BlueNRG-2N network coprocessor comes pre-programmed, ready for connecting to a host controller to provide Bluetooth connectivity. Not only simplifying product manufacture, the co-processor allows scaling the performance, features, […]
World’s smallest Bluetooth SiPs feature low power dissipation
Silicon Labs is expanding its portfolio of industry-leading RF performance Bluetooth Low Energy solutions for IoT developers. The company is uniquely positioned to deliver performance, flexibility, and package choice for Bluetooth 5.2, including system-on-chip (SoC), system-in-package (SiP), modules, and Network Co-Processor (NCP). Silicon Labs IoT solutions feature best-in-class performance and cutting-edge security, and are […]
Low-power GNSS IP speeds IoT modem development
Synopsys and Nestwave today announced a collaboration to combine Nestwave’s softcore GPS navigation IP with the Synopsys DesignWare ARC IoT Communications IP Subsystem for a complete low-power global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) solution for integration into IoT modems. The collaboration will provide designers with a power-efficient, high-accuracy GPS solution for battery-operated devices without the additional cost of […]
Wireless SoCs earn IoT security certifications
Silicon Labs announced that its hardware and software technologies dedicated to securing Internet of Things (IoT) devices against growing and evolving threats have earned third-party IoT security certifications from both PSA Certified and the ioXt Alliance. Secure Vault, available September 9 in Silicon Labs’ new EFR32MG21B multiprotocol wireless SoCs, achieved PSA Certified Level 2 certification, which is based on a comprehensive assurance framework co-founded by […]
Septentrio announces global distribution partnership with Digi-Key
Septentrio announced that it has partnered with Digi-Key Electronics. Digi-Key now offers mosaic-X5 globally for customers who need secure and reliable high-accuracy positioning in a compact and low-power form factor. Septentrio mosaic-X5, a high-end GNSS receiver module delivering reliable centimeter-level positioning, is now available on the Digi-Key website Septentrio’s mosaic-X5 features complete multi-frequency multi-constellation technology […]
World’s first LoRa-enabled SoC comes in 48-pin package
STMicroelectronics has added a QFN48 package to the STM32WLE5 wireless System-on-Chip (SoC) portfolio, bringing the device’s extensive feature integration, power efficiency, and multi-modulation flexibility to a wider variety of industrial wireless applications. The STM32WLE5 combines ST’s STM32L4 ultra-low-power microcontroller technology and Semtech SX126x sub-GHz radio IP optimized to meet local radio-equipment regulations worldwide. Its unique single-silicon-die […]