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u-blox releases u-blox 8, a new GPS/GLONASS receiver platform for low-power devices

January 6, 2016

Thalwil, Switzerland – January 6, 2016 – u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, announces the release of the u-blox 8 GPS/GLONASS receiver platform. It complements the u-blox GNSS platform portfolio by addressing power sensitive usage, whereas the existing u-blox M8 platform continues to serve applications where navigation performance and highest accuracy are paramount.

u-blox 8 offers significant improvements, compared with its predecessor u-blox 7. The tracking sensitivity has been increased by 4 dBm, and is now -166 dBm. The enhanced odometer functionality, … Read More → "u-blox releases u-blox 8, a new GPS/GLONASS receiver platform for low-power devices"

Battery-Protection Circuit from Diodes Incorporated Features Precision Voltage Detection to Achieve Longer Cell Life

January 6, 2016

Plano, Texas – January 6th, 2016 – Providing single-chip protection for 1-cell lithium-ion (Li+) and lithium-polymer batteries, the AP9214L introduced by Diodes Incorporated is specifically designed for use in rechargeable Li+ battery packs, as found in smart phones, cameras and similar portable electronic equipment. Targeted at the manufacturers of battery protection modules, the device’s accurate monitoring capability delivers safe charging and discharging, prolonging cell lifetime and minimizing energy losses.

The AP9214L co-packages a Li+ protection circuit with a dual N-channel, common-drain MOSFET … Read More → "Battery-Protection Circuit from Diodes Incorporated Features Precision Voltage Detection to Achieve Longer Cell Life"

Patriot Announces Release of new Viper USB and Mega USB

January 6, 2016

FREMONT, CALIF., USA – January 6, 2016 – Patriot, a leading manufacturer of flash storage solutions, computer memory, SSDs, mobile accessories and gaming peripherals, today announced the release of their latest additions to company’s steadily growing line of consumer flash drives, the Viper and Mega USB.

Viper USB

The Viper USB joins the rapidly expanding lines of Patriot’s tried-and-true brands of computer memory and now gaming peripherals. With USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectivity and backwards compatibility with USB 2.0, the Viper USB will be available in three capacities … Read More → "Patriot Announces Release of new Viper USB and Mega USB"

Synopsys DesignWare IP Enables First-Pass Silicon Success for SK Hynix Universal Flash Storage Device

January 6, 2016

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

SK Hynix delivered a more energy-efficient product using ultra-low standby power and fast exit/entry latency features in the IP
Increased performance by utilizing the MIPI M-PHY high-speed, Gear 3 mode with dual data lanes
Accelerated design schedule by six months with Synopsys’ silicon-proven UFS, UniPro and M-PHY IP
Achieved interoperability by using Synopsys IP that is compliant with the latest JEDEC UFS, MIPI UniPro and MIPI M-PHY standard-specifications</ … Read More → "Synopsys DesignWare IP Enables First-Pass Silicon Success for SK Hynix Universal Flash Storage Device"

Smart-Thing Technologies from STMicroelectronics Power PIQ Multi-Sport Wearable Sensor

January 6, 2016

Geneva, January 6, 2016 – The lightweight and low-power PIQ sports wearable device for performance measurement and coaching, launched to golf and tennis communities during 2015, relies on key sense, control, and communication technologies from STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications.

By tracking hand and wrist movement in multiple axes for accurate 3D analysis, the PIQ multi-sport sensor helps improve performance and technique. The 44mm x 39mm x 5mm device, weighing just 10 grams, is worn easily in a wristband, clipped to a golf glove, or integrated into a strap.

Cadence Tensilica HiFi Audio DSP Becomes First IP Core Approved for Dolby MS12 Multistream Decoder

January 6, 2016

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 6, 2016?Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS) today announced that its audio core for system-on-chip (SoC) designs has been approved for using the Dolby® MS12 Multistream Decoder, an all-in-one audio solution for TVs with universal decoding, that supports Dolby Digital Plus?, Dolby®, Digita, HE-AAC decoding, Dolby Audio Processing (DAP) post-processing, system sound mixing and speaker tuning.

The Dolby MS12 Multistream Decoder is critical to next-generation designs because it enables viewers to receive content not only from traditional broadcast and operator sources, but also from the Internet and USB devices,. This array of source content … Read More → "Cadence Tensilica HiFi Audio DSP Becomes First IP Core Approved for Dolby MS12 Multistream Decoder"

Ideal Diode-OR & Hot Swap Controller Provides Current Monitoring Output

January 6, 2016

MILPITAS, CA – January 6, 2016 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4236, a dual ideal diode-OR and single Hot Swap controller with a load current monitoring output. High availability systems-servers, network routers, and solid-state drives-power circuit boards with multiple power supply feeds. The LTC4236 combines (diode-ORs) two power supplies while providing inrush current control, overcurrent protection, and current monitoring, all in a compact footprint. For supply … Read More → "Ideal Diode-OR & Hot Swap Controller Provides Current Monitoring Output"

Toshiba Debuts 15nm e-MMC NAND Flash Memory for Automotive Applications

January 5, 2016

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2016 — This week at the 2016 International CES, Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.(TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, has introduced its 15nm e-MMCTM [1] NAND Flash memory for automotive applications. Toshiba’s Automotive e-MMC features a wide operating temperature range of -40 to 85oC, … Read More → "Toshiba Debuts 15nm e-MMC NAND Flash Memory for Automotive Applications"

GreenPeak showcases ZigBee and Thread multi-channel radio chip at CES

January 5, 2016

Las Vegas, Nevada – January 05, 2016 — GreenPeak Technologies, one of the world’s leading low power RF semiconductor companies for Smart Home and Internet of Things (IoT) applications, today announced it will demonstrate its single radio multi-protocol and multi-channel chipset for ZigBee and Thread networks at the2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. This solution offers a cost-optimized and future-proof solution that can combine these different communication protocols for connected home applications.

Announced in July 2015, the GP712 is the industry’ … Read More → "GreenPeak showcases ZigBee and Thread multi-channel radio chip at CES"

STMicroelectronics’ New Time-of-Flight Ranging Sensor Revolutionizes Mobile-Camera Performance and Unlocks New Applications in Robotics and IoT

January 5, 2016

FlightSense™ low-power, miniature sensors are used for fast autofocus in smartphones, proximity sensing, and object detection for Robotics and IoT devices
Latest product VL53L0 sets new standards in ToF-based ranging performance

Geneva, January 5, 2016 – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has released its second-generation laser-ranging sensor based on its highly successful FlightSense™ technology. The new sensor, the VL53L0, can range faster, over … Read More → "STMicroelectronics’ New Time-of-Flight Ranging Sensor Revolutionizes Mobile-Camera Performance and Unlocks New Applications in Robotics and IoT"

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