industry news archive
Subscribe Now

HCC Embedded Releases Dual IPv4/IPv6 Stack for Texas Instruments Hercules™ Microcontrollers

Embedded World, Nürnberg, Germany – 22 February 2016 – HCC Embedded, experts in securing embedded data, has released a full IPv4/IPv6 dual stack that is available for free evaluation download. The stack is designed with a focus on quality and data security and is available with a full MISRA-compliance code-quality report. When used in conjunction with TI’s Hercules™ automotive and industrial MCUs for functional safety applications, this stack provides engineers a high-performance networking solution that meets multiple quality and verification standards.</ … Read More → "HCC Embedded Releases Dual IPv4/IPv6 Stack for Texas Instruments Hercules™ Microcontrollers"

Semtech and ARM Introduce mbed IoT Device Platform for LoRaWAN™ Specification

CAMARILLO, Calif., February 22, 2016 – Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, andARM, a leader in microprocessor technology, recently released LoRaWAN™ development through ARM mbed with LoRa™-based shields and platforms. The LoRaWAN end-device source code, standardized by the Read More → "Semtech and ARM Introduce mbed IoT Device Platform for LoRaWAN™ Specification"

Bosch Sensortec launches vital sensor hubs for wearables at Mobile World Congress 2016

  • Programmable platform for vital sensing, sensor fusion and always-on sensor processing
  • Ultra-low power consumption for maximum system battery life
  • Vital analytics software from Firstbeat for enhanced user experience

Today, at the 2016 Mobile World Congress, Bosch Sensortec introduces its first generation of sensor hub products with optimized vital sensing features. These devices fuse photoplethysmography (PPG) signals with the onboard inertial MEMS sensors signals for robust, motion compensated heart rate measurement and provide users with valuable insights about their wellbeing and fitness level using Firstbeat’s field-proven vital analytics algorithms.

Read More → "Bosch Sensortec launches vital sensor hubs for wearables at Mobile World Congress 2016"

Secure Microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics Bring Advanced Cyber Safety to Connected Cars

Geneva, February 22, 2016 – The 150-250 million connected cars expected on our roads by 2020 will be kept safe by chips like the latest secure microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications.

Internet connectivity will bring a multitude of services to vehicles and their owners, such as software updates, service packs, location-based information, social media, streaming entertainment content, and emergency support. This clearly brings forth the need to protect connected cars against Internet-based attacks that can steal personal data or compromise important vehicle systems.

ST’s new secure … Read More → "Secure Microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics Bring Advanced Cyber Safety to Connected Cars"

Cadence Announces the HiFi Integrator Studio

SAN JOSE, Calif., 22 Feb 2016

Highlights:

  • Innovative new technology provides audio framework for HiFi DSP processors
  • Leverages over 175 existing optimized application software packages
  • First integration of hardware with the Android Studio development platform

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS), today announced the Cadence® HiFi Integrator Studio, an audio software framework that provides OEMs and application developers faster time to market when integrating Tensilica® HiFi … Read More → "Cadence Announces the HiFi Integrator Studio"

18-Bit, 8-Channel Multiplexed SAR ADC with Independently Configurable Input Ranges

MILPITAS, CA – February 22, 2016 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2335-18, an 18-bit, 8-channel 1Msps multiplexed input successive approximation register (SAR) ADC with independently configurable input ranges. Each SoftSpan input can be software configured on a conversion-by-conversion basis to accept ±10.24V, 0V to 10.24V, ±5.12V or 0V to 5.12V true bipolar input signals. The on-chip sequencer allows the LTC2335-18 … Read More → "18-Bit, 8-Channel Multiplexed SAR ADC with Independently Configurable Input Ranges"

Renesas Electronics Europe and emtrion Introduce New emCON-RZ/G1E System-On-Module Board for Quick and Easy Evaluation and Production of High-End Industrial Applications

Düsseldorf, February 18, 2016 – Renesas Electronics Europe, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, and emtrion, a company that assists customers during all stages of the development process and integration, today announced the availability of the new emCON-RZ/G1E System-On-Module (SOM) board. The new board is designed for the quick and easy evaluation and production of high-end industrial applications using RZ/G Series of microprocessors (MPUs) from Renesas. 

The RZ/G Series extends Renesas’ already very popular family … Read More → "Renesas Electronics Europe and emtrion Introduce New emCON-RZ/G1E System-On-Module Board for Quick and Easy Evaluation and Production of High-End Industrial Applications"

XJTAG® Announces Free DFT Extension for Altium Designer®

Key Points:
     New easy to use Design For Test (DFT) tool for Altium Designer
     Free extension available to all Altium Designer users
     Avoid costly re-spins by catching errors at the design stage
     Find errors in a boundary scan chain before producing any hardware
     Harness the full power of boundary scan to improve testability

Cambridge, England, February 18th, 2016 – XJTAG®, a world leading supplier of boundary scan technology, will officially launch the XJTAG DFT Assistant for Altium Designer® at Embedded … Read More → "XJTAG® Announces Free DFT Extension for Altium Designer®"

Fairview Microwave Announces New Lines of Semi-Rigid Test Probes

Allen, TX – Fairview Microwave Inc., a supplier of on-demand microwave and RF components, debuts a new family of semi-rigid test probes operating up to 6 GHz. Designed to assist in testing microwave circuits, these test probes are constructed of high quality semi-rigid coax and SMA Female connectors.

The new test probe assemblies from Fairview Microwave come in multiple cable diameters to help when attaching the unterminated end of the probe to a circuit board trace. There are two versions including straight-cut probe ends for those that would like to customize the dimensions of the center … Read More → "Fairview Microwave Announces New Lines of Semi-Rigid Test Probes"

Telit Application Development Environment uses the IoT Module to Run Customer Apps

London, February 17, 2016 – Telit , a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced a new generation of the Telit IoT AppZone application development environment (ADE), to include the widely supported Android open source  framework. The new ADE will expand from the well-established AppZone C and Python base to deliver the power and ease of use of Android. The newly added framework from Google is becoming increasingly popular with developer communities in a wide range of IoT vertical … Read More → "Telit Application Development Environment uses the IoT Module to Run Customer Apps"

featured blogs
Apr 2, 2026
Build, code, and explore with your own AI-powered Mars rover kit, inspired by NASA's Perseverance mission....