Newark element14 has announced the availability of the Cypress PSoC 6 BLE Pioneer Kit, the perfect way for engineers to get started with next-generation IoT Designs using the new PSoC 6 MCU, which is purpose-built for the IoT, from Cypress Semiconductor Corp. “The PSoC 6 MCU is an IoT game changer which eliminates the need for […]
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PSoC 6 BLE kits now available at Digi-Key
Customers who opted in to be early adopters of the Cypress Semiconductor PSoC 6 BLE Pioneer Kit through Digi-Key Electronics, a global electronic components distributor, will be seeing the product arrive at their doors shortly. The company has received their highly-anticipated stock and have begun processing and shipping customer pre-orders. Cypress’ PSoC 6 MCU is an IoT game changer. […]
HMI code generation support for MCUs delivers sophisticated automotive displays
Altia and Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announce Altia HMI code generation support for the Cypress Traveo Automotive Microcontroller (MCU) family. The combination provides automotive manufacturers with a cost-efficient platform to deliver sophisticated graphics with advanced functionality for instrument clusters, HUDs and HVAC displays. The Altia code generation solution for the Traveo family has been selected for […]
MCU with 3D and 2.5D graphics engine supports hybrid instrument cluster
The newest series in Cypress Semiconductors‘ series Traveo automotive microcontroller (MCU) family features more memory to support a hybrid instrument cluster with 3D graphics and up to six traditional gauges, as well as a head-up display. The highly integrated, single-chip devices in the S6J32xEK series include an advanced 3D and 2.5D graphics engine and provide scalability […]
Connectivity combo chip leverages 28nm process technology to prolong battery life
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced a new combo solution that delivers ultra-low power Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to extend battery life for wearables, smart home products and portable audio applications. The new Cypress CYW43012 prolongs battery life by leveraging 28nm process technology to cut power consumption up to 70 percent in receive mode and up to 80 percent […]
Quick Charge 4 certifies USB-C controller technology for fast power delivery
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced that its EZ-PD CCG3PA USB-C controller is one of the industry’s first to achieve Qualcomm Quick Charge 4 certification, enabling mobile phone chargers to deliver an improved fast charging user experience. Quick Charge 4 supports USB Power Delivery (PD) 3.0. USB PD features programmable power supply (PPS), which provides fast, efficient […]
Wireless connectivity platform adds HomeKit support
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced an updated version of its turnkey development platform for the IoT that simplifies the integration of wireless connectivity into smart home applications. The Wireless Internet Connectivity for Embedded Devices (WICED) Studio platform now adds iCloud remote access support for Wi-Fi-based accessories that support Apple HomeKit. Developers can leverage iCloud support in the […]
Automotive MCUs excel at high-speed networking for instrument clusters
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced it is sampling new devices in its Traveo™ automotive microcontroller (MCU) family that provides secure, high-speed networking for classic instrument cluster applications. The new MCUs support the Controller Area Network Flexible Data-rate (CAN FD) standard for high-speed, in-vehicle networking, allowing large amounts of data to be exchanged between each CAN node. Integrated enhanced […]
40nm MCUs support CAN FD networking, add graphics in classic cluster apps
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced it is sampling new devices in its Traveo automotive microcontroller (MCU) family that provides secure, high-speed networking for classic instrument cluster applications. The new MCUs support the Controller Area Network Flexible Data-rate (CAN FD) standard for high-speed, in-vehicle networking, allowing large amounts of data to be exchanged between each CAN node. Integrated enhanced […]
USB-C controller with Power Delivery optimized for Thunderbolt notebook, desktop PCs, docking stations
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announced availability of a new USB-C controller with Power Delivery (PD) optimized for Thunderbolt™ notebook and desktop PCs, as well as docking stations. The EZ-PD CCG5 controller is the industry’s first two-port USB-C controller that supports the Thunderbolt alternate mode with Intel’s Thunderbolt 3 (Alpine Ridge) controllers. EZ-PD CCG5 enhances the plug-and-play […]