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Image sensor enables high-quality video for smart phones
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the , a new video-centric, 2.9-micron 1080p image sensor designed for smartphones. Built on OmniVision’s PureCel Plus pixel technology, the OV02K allows the secondary camera in multi-camera configurations to capture high-quality videos, even in very low ambient light conditions. According to TSR, the number of smartphones with two or three rear cameras will […]
MEMS camera module for mobile phones supports electronic zoom, advanced features
Sheba Microsystems is unveiling its new actuator camera module at the 2019 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The module uses micro piston actuators designed specifically to accelerate mobile photography development for 3D, slow motion, high-resolution, electronic zoom, and low light photography. The proprietary approach promises to provide mobile phone OEMs and consumers with DSLR high-resolution […]
Multi-beam flash LiDAR sensor provides high resolution
Ouster announced its newest multi-beam flash LiDAR sensor, the OS-1-128. The OS-1-128 is the highest resolution LiDAR on the market and comes with no change in size, mass, power consumption, or ruggedness compared to the OS-1-64, and continues to deliver on the promise of Moore’s Law-esque product improvements enabled from Ouster’s Multi-Beam Flash LiDAR architecture. The OS-1-128 […]
Advanced AI features added to STM32 processor software tools
STMicroelectronics has extended the associated STM32CubeMX ecosystem for product developers, adding advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) features. AI uses trained artificial neural networks to classify data signals from motion and vibration sensors, environmental sensors, microphones and image sensors, more quickly and efficiently than conventional handcrafted signal processing. With STM32Cube.AI, developers can now convert pre-trained neural networks into C-code that calls functions […]
Image sensor for smartphone cameras provides 13-MP in one-third-inch optical format
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV16A, an affordable 16-megapixel image sensor that enables smartphone cameras to capture higher quality photos. This versatile image sensor, built on OmniVision’s PureCel Plus 1.0 micron advanced pixel architecture, enables better autofocus for mainstream smartphones. Yole Developpement predicts that, on average, there will be three cameras per smartphone by 2022. […]
Economical image sensor provides 16-MP upgrade for rear/front smartphone cameras
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV13B image sensor—the latest addition to the company’s 13-Megapixel (MP) sensor family in a 1/3-inch optical format and featuring OmniVision’s 1.12-micron PureCel Plus pixel technology. This sensor is specifically designed for the enormous mainstream and entry-level smartphone markets, providing a compelling solution for rear- or front-facing cameras. “The market for […]
Image sensor monitors vehicular drivers/passengers in low light levels
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV9284, a 1-megapixel global shutter image sensor. This latest addition to OmniVision’s automotive portfolio is ideal for in-cabin camera modules in passenger vehicles, where driver state monitoring (DSM) and passenger-monitoring cameras need to be extremely small and unobtrusive, while complying with stringent safety regulations. The global automotive image sensor market is poised […]
Real-time vs. a standard operating system & How to choose an RTOS
Most MCUs do not have operating systems. In the “olden days,” most embedded systems had MCUs that ran a program repeatedly and did not have much if any, human interference. However, the line between MCUs and processors is blurring. MCUs have General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) which are often attached to one or several sensors as […]
Ultra-low-power memory compiler offers 0.65-V mode for wearable, battery powered apps
Mobile Semiconductor announced their new 22nm FDX ULP (Ultra Low Power) Memory Compiler complete with a comprehensive set of features that cement their leadership position in FDX Memory Compiler offerings. This new memory compiler offers an Ultra-Low Power mode at 0.65V that is useful to a wide range of wearable and battery powered devices. The […]