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Key factors to consider when choosing a microcontroller
When designing an embedded system with an MCU, which one should you pick? This guide provides you with a quick overview to help you narrow down your choices. A microcontroller (MCU), is the smallest and most basic computer. Running on a single chip, it has a CPU, memories (RAM and ROM), and interfaces (input/output ports) […]
LoRaWAN security design tips, Part 2: Taking the integrated approach
Part 1 of this two-part series on security design discussed using a stand-alone security chip. Here in Part 2, we’ll cover solutions that use an integrated chip and module, combining security and microcontroller (MCU) functions in a single chip. Integrated chip Cypress’ PSoC 6 MCU single-chip, dual-core architecture comprises the Arm Cortex-M4 and the Arm […]
WiFi/Bluetooth module cuts power use, provides 78Mbps data rate
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. announced that it collaborated with Cypress Semiconductor Corp. to develop the Type 1LV (CYW43012) solution that is the lowest power, small form factor Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module. This product improves battery life in wearables, smart home products, and portable audio applications. When comparing Type 1LV (CYW43012) to the Type 1DX (CYW4343W), power […]
Suite of IoT software tools harmonizes hardware, open-source software, PSA Security and cloud services
The ModusToolbox suite will now provide support for complete device-to-cloud application development flows based on the IoT industry’s most popular open-source IoT platforms. In collaboration with Arm, the Mbed IoT platform is the first supported application development flow in the Cypress IoT ecosystem. The ModusToolbox suite provides flexibility for developers to access Cypress’ industry-leading IoT […]
MCUs with built-in system layer security fortify IoT application design
A new line of PSoC 64 Secure MCUs integrate robust, standards-based system layer security software with the hardware layer features available in the ultra-low-power PSoC 6 architecture. Specifically, PSoC 64 Secure MCU devices provide an isolated root-of-trust with true attestation and provisioning services. In addition, the line includes devices that deliver a pre-configured secure execution […]
Low-power Bluetooth MCUs deliver mesh networking with smartphone connectivity
Two low-power, dual-mode Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) microcontrollers include support for Bluetooth mesh networking for the Internet of Things (IoT). The new CYW20819 and CYW20820 MCUs each provide simultaneous Bluetooth 5.0 audio and BLE connections, delivering low-power wireless solutions that enable music and voice commands for battery-powered fitness bands, health monitoring devices, […]
Memory controller boasts advanced ASIC with encryption
AgigA Tech, Inc., a developer of Non-Volatile DIMM (technology and solutions, and a subsidiary of Cypress Semiconductor Corp., introduced the AGIGARAM 4 Memory Controller. The innovative ASIC targets JEDEC-standard NVDIMM-N products enabling significantly lower cost and power versus existing solutions, while offering advanced features such as encryption. During backup and restore operations, AGIGARAM4 manages the transfer […]
MCU with built-in BLE wireless address edge-connectivity
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced it is expanding its Internet of Things (IoT) solutions portfolio with a new member of its ultra-low-power PSoC 6 microcontroller (MCU) family. The new PSoC 6 MCU is purpose-built to address the growing needs for computing, connectivity and storage in IoT edge devices. The new MCUs include expanded embedded memory with 2MB […]
Automotive-qualified controller enables fast charging of portable electronics
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced the availability of an automotive-qualified USB-C controller with USB Power Delivery (PD) that enables fast charging of portable electronics in vehicles. The Automotive EZ-PD CCG3PA controller delivers a plug-and-play user experience to automotive charging ports by providing support for the USB PD 3.0 standard with programmable power supply (PPS), Qualcomm’s Quick […]
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