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UMC and Cadence Collaborate to Deliver 28nm Design Reference Flow for ARM Cortex-A7 MPCore-based SoC

January 21, 2015

SAN JOSE, Calif., 20 Jan 2015

Highlights:

Flow included Cadence Encounter Digital Implementation System, Tempus Timing Signoff Solution, Voltus IC Power Integrity Solution, Quantus QRC Extraction Solution, Physical Verification System, Litho Physical Analyzer and CMP Predictor
UMC achieves ARM Cortex-A7 performance and power metrics of 1.7GHz and less than 200mW of dynamic power

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS), … Read More → "UMC and Cadence Collaborate to Deliver 28nm Design Reference Flow for ARM Cortex-A7 MPCore-based SoC"

New PCIe Gen3 Carrier in AMC Format from VadaTech

January 21, 2015

Henderson, NV – Jan 20, 2015 – VadaTech, a manufacturer of embedded boards and complete application-ready platforms, now offers a PCIe Gen3 carrier board that allows high-performance commercial video or other boards to be utilized in a MicroTCA system.

The AMC104 provides the versatility of using high-end commercial graphics cards, which typically have short shelf lives, as removable mezzanines. By providing a carrier, users can upgrade their PCIe GPGPU or other video board as needed to serve their needs. The AMC module comes in a double module, full size. It routes PCIe Gen3 to the backplane as x4 or x8. Other … Read More → "New PCIe Gen3 Carrier in AMC Format from VadaTech"

STMicroelectronics Makes State-of-the-Art BCD8sP Smart-Power Technology Available for Prototyping through CMP

January 21, 2015

Geneva, Switzerland, and Grenoble, France, 21 January 2015 — STMicroelectronics (NYSE:STM) a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, and CMP (Circuits Multi Projets®) have made ST’s BCD8sP technology platform for smart-power ICs available for prototyping to universities, research labs, and design companies through the silicon brokerage services provided by CMP.

This is the first time ST has released BCD design capability to third parties, which reflects the growing importance of state-of-the-art power integration in … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Makes State-of-the-Art BCD8sP Smart-Power Technology Available for Prototyping through CMP"

Synopsys Expands Memory Verification IP Portfolio with UFS, UniPro and eMMC to Accelerate Verification Closure for Mobile Designs

January 21, 2015

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 21, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced the expansion of its memory Verification IP (VIP) portfolio to include key titles for the mobile industry. Synopsys memory VIP is based on a native SystemVerilog architecture to enable enhanced ease of use, integration and configurability. With these advanced features, project teams using the JEDEC UFS, MIPI® UniPro^SM and JEDEC eMMC protocols can further accelerate verification closure of … Read More → "Synopsys Expands Memory Verification IP Portfolio with UFS, UniPro and eMMC to Accelerate Verification Closure for Mobile Designs"

Five Output Ultralow Jitter Clock Distributor with PLL Provides Unique Multichip Output Synchronization Method

January 21, 2015

MILPITAS, CA – January 21, 2015 – Linear Technology Corporation announces the LTC6950, a low phase noise integer-N synthesizer core with an ultralow jitter clock distribution output section. The LTC6950 is ideal for generating … Read More → "Five Output Ultralow Jitter Clock Distributor with PLL Provides Unique Multichip Output Synchronization Method"

Silicon Labs Introduces New Ultra-Low-Power Temperature Sensors

January 20, 2015

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leading provider of environmental and optical sensing solutions for the Read More → "Silicon Labs Introduces New Ultra-Low-Power Temperature Sensors"

Latest HDMI Protection Devices from STMicroelectronics Deliver Breakthrough Performance for Better Ultra-HD Viewing

January 20, 2015

Geneva, January 20, 2015 – STMicroelectronics has launched its latest single-chip HDMI™ signal-conditioning and protection ICs, designed for maximum performance up to today’s fastest 4K Ultra-HD data rates.

The new HDMI2C1 series feature active pull-ups on all DDC (Display Data Channel) lines to maintain Ultra-HD signal integrity and minimize dependence on HDMI cable quality. Moreover, the integrated ESD protection has increased bandwidth of 10GHz to pass high-speed 4K signals without distortion. On the other hand, low clamping voltage of 10V and fast response time of 30ns … Read More → "Latest HDMI Protection Devices from STMicroelectronics Deliver Breakthrough Performance for Better Ultra-HD Viewing"

Avnet Outlines Key Drivers for 2015 Global Supply Chain

January 20, 2015

PHOENIX—January 20, 2015—For individuals and businesses alike, the beginning of a new calendar year represents an opportunity to reflect on the attitudes and activities that served us well in the previous year, those that fell short of our expectations, and the prospects and challenges that lie ahead. To jump start the new year, Read More → "Avnet Outlines Key Drivers for 2015 Global Supply Chain"

Undo Software Redefines Customer Debug on Linux with New Live Recorder

January 20, 2015

Cambridge, UK, 20th January 2015 – Reversible debugging tools provider Undo Software (http://www.undo-software .com/) today launched Live Recorder. Embedded within complex software, Live Recorder allows Linux programs to make a detailed recording of themselves while they are running. The resulting Undo Recording enables developers to debug an exact copy of the original program’s execution, allowing them … Read More → "Undo Software Redefines Customer Debug on Linux with New Live Recorder"

New Microchip GestIC® Controller Enables One-step Design-in of 3D Gesture Recognition in Embedded Devices

January 20, 2015

CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 20, 2015 [NASDAQ: MCHP] — Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the second member of its award-winning and patented GestIC^® family. The new MGC3030 3D gesture controller features simplified user-interface options focused on gesture detection, enabling true one-step design-in of 3D gesture recognition in consumer and embedded devices. Housed in an easy-to-manufacture SSOP28 package, the MGC3030 expands the use of highly sought after 3D gesture … Read More → "New Microchip GestIC® Controller Enables One-step Design-in of 3D Gesture Recognition in Embedded Devices"