Consumer Electronics Show
ZigBee USNAP Module Suits the Smart Energy HAN Market
January 6, 2011 12:47 pm | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMurata Wireless Solutions introduced the SyChip Utility Smart Network Access Port (USNAP) ZigBee module. The USNAP version 2 specification-compliant module enables protocol independent designs for
Module Enables WiHD-compliant WVAN
January 6, 2011 12:24 pm | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMurata Electronics North America announced the launch of its second generation WirelessHD module. The WHDM-T005/R006 Series provides a fully embedded solution for design engineers developing high-definition audio/visual (HD-A/V) electronic devices
Embedded Multi-Channel USB 2.0 Audio Controller Includes Tri-Band Support
January 6, 2011 9:32 am | Product Releases | CommentsSMSC announced the availability of the DARR83, a complete digital wireless audio processor with tri-band support and an embedded multi-channel USB 2.0 audio. This IC is appropriate for companies integrating Wi-Fi and Bluetooth into their consumer electronics products. Its support of
Charging Technology Helps Put an End to Vampire Energy Loss
January 6, 2011 7:45 am | News | CommentsFreescale Semiconductor is finding innovative ways to stop “vampire” energy loss, the loss of power that occurs when an AC adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet but isn’t charging a device. Freescale’s new Watt Saver technology automatically eliminates no-load power consumption for AC adaptors, potentially providing substantial energy savings over existing manual versions. In addition, Freescale will donate one percent of all Watt Saver revenue to a global green ecology non-profit organization. Freescale’s Watt Saver technology consists of
Applications Processors Scale From One to Four Cores
January 6, 2011 7:19 am | Product Releases | CommentsFreescale Semiconductor introduces the i.MX 6 series of quad-, dual- and single-core applications processors designed to deliver outstanding performance and scalability to manufacturers targeting the hottest selling smart mobile, automotive infotainment and embedded device categories. Integrating one, two or four ARM Cortex-A9 cores running at up to
Nordic Semiconductor and ANT Partner with Yellow Digital to Demonstrate eWellness Platform
January 6, 2011 6:52 am | News | CommentsUltra low power (ULP) RF specialist Nordic Semiconductor ASA (OSE: NOD) and ANT Wireless announce their participation in an “eWellness” cycling performance monitoring exhibit with leading consumer electronics and technology companies today at CES. Yellow Digital Health Lab, Inc., a leading eWellness platform and service provider based in Santa Monica, CA and Tokyo, is coordinating the companies and products used in the exhibit; these include
Verizon Wireless Selects Skycross Antennas to Enable LTE Devices Showcased at 2011 CES
January 6, 2011 6:35 am | News | CommentsSkyCross, a global designer and manufacturer of antenna solutions, announced that its versatile, high-performance antenna technologies are enabling wireless connectivity for multiple devices operating on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network. SkyCross antennas are incorporated in the following devices being demonstrated in the Verizon Wireless booth at 2011 International CES
Cavium, D2 and DSP Group Debut New Gateway Design
January 5, 2011 7:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsCavium Networks has paired its ECONA ARM-based processors running D2 Technologies' VoIP software with the DECT/CAT-iq Module from DSP Group to create a market-ready reference design for a multi-service gateway. This gateway design has advanced features such as HD voice, PBX functionality and address book synchronization.
IP Core Solutions for High Definition Video Deployed at CES
January 5, 2011 7:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsTranSwitch announced that it will be showcasing its patented HDP technology, the HDMI and DisplayPort integrated solution, at CES with live demonstrations of HD-PXL 1.4, the Company’s latest intellectual property (IP) core.
Seagate Unveils Certified GoFlex Storage System for Third-Party Manufacturers
January 5, 2011 6:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsSeagate announced, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, a new program to allow third-party companies to incorporate slots on their products to support removable GoFlex external hard drives. First introduced in May of 2010, the GoFlex family is the next evolution of consumer external hard drives providing
Qi-Certified Kit Reduces Development Time of Wireless Power Solutions
January 4, 2011 5:04 am | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments introduced the industry’s first Qi-certified wireless power development kit, which enables design engineers to speed the integration of wireless power technology in consumer electronics, at CES.
MIPS-Based Smartphones and Tablets Debut at CES
January 4, 2011 4:31 am | News | CommentsMIPS Technologies announced that it will show MIPS-Based mobile devices in its suite at International CES this week.
Zenverge Demonstrates Several Video Gadgets at CES
January 4, 2011 3:35 am | News | CommentsZenverge, a leading developer of advanced media ICs for the connected home, announced today that at the upcoming CES 2011, it will provide a sneak peek at the first wave of video products soon to be launched by its customers and partners worldwide.
Mirics and SAPPHIRE partner to deliver broadcast TV via PC Graphics Add-In Cards
January 4, 2011 3:27 am | News | CommentsMirics, developer of FlexiTV, announced a technology partnership with SAPPHIRE Technology Ltd- a leading supplier of add-in graphics cards for PCs - which will enable users to turn their PC into a receiver and home hub for digital terrestrial TV.
Alereon and Spectec Announce SD CameraJet Wireless Ultrawideband Solution
January 3, 2011 9:43 am | News | CommentsAlereon, Inc. and Spectec Computer Co. Ltd. announced the availability of the Spectec CameraJet Wireless Solution that brings new levels of speed and connectivity to the transfer of media from mobile devices. The Spectec solution consists of the SDU-7200 Wi-Jet SD card and the SDU-7500 Wi-Jet USB dongle. Both are
Imation Announces Plans For Expanded RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage Portfolio
January 3, 2011 5:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsImation Corp. today announced new cost-effective, easy-to-implement solutions based on the industry-standard RDX® storage platform designed to help small- and medium-size businesses (SMBs) store...
GreenPeak launches three new chips for the RF4CE market
January 3, 2011 5:21 am | Product Releases | CommentsGreenPeak Technologies today announced the launch of three new chips, allowing the development of robust and low cost ZigBee RF4CE remote control applications for TV’s and set-top boxes, addressing an overall one billion unit annual market.
nPower Personal Energy Generator to Exhibit at CES Unveiled
January 3, 2011 5:16 am | Product Releases | CommentsTremont Electric, second place winner of the Consumer Electronics Association’s i-stage competition, is exhibiting the nPower PEG at CES Unveiled and the 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show.
Lantiq Introduces Family of Chips Supporting Global ITU-T G.hn Standard
January 3, 2011 5:07 am | Product Releases | CommentsLantiq today introduced a chip family supporting the ITU-T G.hn global standard for next generation wired home networks. Lantiq XWAY HNX devices provide manufacturers of consumer, computing and smart home electronics...
Graphics card offers DX10.1 graphics and multi-screen HD video content
January 3, 2011 5:02 am | Product Releases | CommentsVIA Technologies today announced the world's first graphics card designed specifically for the embedded market with the VIA eH1, a DX10.1 compliant, multi-display card that thrusts any system with a PCI Express slot into a new realm of graphics and video capability.
Industry's Lowest Latency, Highest Density, Multi-service 10G Solution
January 3, 2011 4:50 am | Product Releases | CommentsVello Systems announces the introduction and availability of its ultra-low latency, high-density, 10G CX50T service card. Designed for the company's CX Family of cloud infrastructure systems, the CX50T operates in either the 16-slot CX16000 system...
Fitness Technology Helps Consumers Keep New Year's Resolutions
December 30, 2010 6:29 am | News | CommentsA new study by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) reveals that fitness technologies are key to helping consumers stay motivated and keep their resolutions to get fit in the New Year.
USB technology delivers wireless multichannel HD audio
December 29, 2010 4:24 am | Product Releases | CommentsSummit Semiconductor today announced that it will demonstrate its Summit Connect USB technology at CES 2011. Summit Connect enables TV manufacturers to deliver wireless multichannel high definition (HD) audio with a USB Linux driver update.
Cutting-Edge Robotics on Display at CES Robotics TechZone
December 28, 2010 4:50 am | News | CommentsThe CES Robotics TechZone will showcase cutting-edge robotics, with daily demonstrations and booth presentations. Photo opportunities abound! Massage robot, robot suit, Paro the seal, new Pleo rb dinosaur, window and floor cleaning robots and more.
CES 2011: Fox Home Entertainment Presents the Directors’ Panel
December 27, 2010 7:11 am | News | CommentsHow do today's leading directors envision audiences experiencing their movies beyond the movie theater? Are consumers willing to trade the highest quality cinematic viewing experiences at home for convenience?
