Consumer
Rocker Switch Allows for Full Illumination Options
May 13, 2011 12:14 pm | Product Releases | CommentsE-Switch announced an illuminated power-rated rocker switch that is sealed to IP66 ratings. According to the company, a rubber boot/PVC cap is not needed for the RBW2 series rocker switch. It uses a
1.95-mm SIM Card Connector Suits Space-Constrained Consumer Devices
May 12, 2011 2:07 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTE Connectivity (TE) launched 1.95-mm connectors to fit into various consumer devices such as cell phones and tablets that have limited space for SIM cards. These connectors offer partial shielding that provides
LED Module Outshines 26-W CFLs, 100-W Incandescent Bulbs
May 12, 2011 12:48 pm | Product Releases | CommentsCree announced its new 1000 lm LMR4 LED module, providing 66 lm/Watt efficiency in a fully integrated solution for downlight applications where high-quality light is essential such as
RF-IF Amplifiers and VGAs Cover The Entire Signal Chain
May 12, 2011 5:16 am | by Ashraf Elghamrawi, Analog Devices (www.analog.com) | Articles | CommentsThe amplifier is one of the most versatile building blocks used in RF/IF signal chains today. They are commonly used throughout designs to overcome signal losses incurred from passive mixers, filters, baluns, and other passive elements.
30-V, 2.4-A P-Channel MOSFET Comes in SOT-23F
May 4, 2011 5:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsCentral Semiconductor Corp. introduced the CMPDM302PH 30V, 2.4A P-Channel MOSFET in the industry standard SOT-23F package. It features a desirable continuous drain current rating of 2.4 A, a combination of an exceptional
Codec Chip Can Encode Multitude of Audio Formats
May 4, 2011 5:33 am | Product Releases | CommentsVLSI Solution announced the VS1063 audio codec chip. According to the company, this IC can encode an unforeseen multitude of audio formats, from MP3 and Ogg Vorbis to G.711 u-law, G.711 A-law, G.722 and 16-bit PCM. The proprietary
Capacitive Touch Controllers Integrate Haptic Effects
May 4, 2011 5:22 am | Atmel Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsAtmel Corporation has integrated haptics capability to its QTouch capacitive touch controllers to support buttons, sliders and wheels (BSWs). This integration allows our customers to have a richer experience with
16-bit Low Power MCUs Feature Capacitive Sensing That Works in Sleep
May 3, 2011 5:57 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology Inc. announced it has expanded its low pin-count 16-bit eXtreme Low Power PIC MCUs by adding an on-chip 12-bit ADC, EEPROM, intelligent mTouch capacitive sensing, and the capability to
Power Switch Device Technology Addresses Energy Star Requirements
May 3, 2011 5:23 am | Fairchild Semiconductor | Product Releases | CommentsFairchild Semiconductor developed the FSL1x6 Series of green-mode Fairchild Power Switch (FPS) devices. These integrated PWM controllers include proprietary green-mode functions that
Geo-Magnetic MEMS Modules Tout Accurate Output for Mobile Compassing
April 30, 2011 8:58 am | Stmicroelectronics | Product Releases | CommentsSTMicroelectronics introduced the LSM303DLHC geo-magnetic module. Housed inside a miniature 3 x 5 x 1 mm package with operating current consumption down to just 110 uA, this module meets
Taming Quality in Chaos - Quality Management in Systems of Systems
April 28, 2011 11:08 am | by By: Bruce Douglass, IBM Rational | Blogs | CommentsFrom cars to consumer goods, to military equipment to ATMs, we’re all familiar with systems. Increasingly, smart, connected devices are embedded in common, everyday devices in addition to special purpose systems, enabling huge improvements in our ability to manage the complexities of modern life.
Ericsson Q1 profit surges on mobile broadband demand
April 27, 2011 7:08 am | by Simon Johnson, Reuters | News | CommentsTelecoms gear maker Ericsson blasted past first-quarter core profit expectations thanks to surging mobile broadband sales and said it would take until the third quarter to resolve Japan quake supply problems.
The Tinker's Toolbox - Talking Hardware & Software Integration with Ashok Reddy of IBM
April 27, 2011 6:33 am | Podcasts | CommentsIn this episode of the Tinker's Toolbox we talk to returning guest Ashok Reddy, Director of IBM Rational, and continue our discussion on hardware and software, developing and disruptive technology, and the challenges facing today's engineer.
We should have been safe with Sony, say gamers
April 27, 2011 5:45 am | News | CommentsSony PlayStation gamers expressed shock and disappointment on Wednesday at a massive data hack in which their names, addresses and credit-card details might have been stolen from the PlayStation Network.
RIM studies bid for Nortel wireless patents: report
April 18, 2011 7:27 am | News | CommentsResearch In Motion may attempt to top Google Inc's $900 million bid for Nortel Networks Corp.'s wireless technology patents, according to a Bloomberg report citing two people familiar with the plans.
Zuckerberg at Ore. Facebook data center
April 18, 2011 7:23 am | News | CommentsFacebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg made a surprise appearance Friday night in Prineville, Ore., at a community party for the grand opening of his company's new data center.
RTL and Prosieben appeal online TV plan ban: report
April 18, 2011 6:29 am | News | CommentsBroadcasters ProSieben and RTL have filed an appeal against a decision by the federal cartel office to quash their plans for a joint online TV platform.
''Technology can't replace god'': Pope
April 18, 2011 6:25 am | News | CommentsPope Benedict led Roman Catholics into Holy Week celebrations, telling a Palm Sunday crowd that man will pay the price for his pride if he believes technology can give him the powers of God.
Philips CEO switches off TV in search for profit
April 18, 2011 6:22 am | by Roberta B. Cowan, Reuters | News | CommentsPhilips is hiving off its once leading television business, the first step by new chief executive Frans van Houten to boost flagging profit at Europe's biggest consumer electronics maker.
LED-Backlit LCDs Address Multiple Applications
April 18, 2011 6:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe new 5” diagonal LED-backlit 800×480 resolution TFT-LCD from Optrex has Super Wide View (SWV) technology with viewing angles of 85/85/85/85 and true outdoor readabity.
Lithium Ion Battery Targets High-Rate Applications
April 18, 2011 4:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsPanasonic has introduced a new high rate lithium ion cell, the CGR18650CH. The cell’s Nickel Manganese-based cathode material delivers higher discharge rates and better energy density and voltage than comparative cells.
MeeGo sees interest from others after Nokia shift
April 15, 2011 6:46 am | News | CommentsMobile handset makers like LG Electronics are moving toward adopting Linux-based MeeGo operating systems after Nokia abandoned it and opened the way for rivals, one of the project's leaders said.
Researchers Discover a New Class of Light-Emitting Material
April 15, 2011 4:32 am | News | CommentsPure organic compounds that glow in jewel tones could potentially lead to cheaper, more efficient and flexible display screens, among other applications.
Hall-effect Switch Saves Power, Touted as World’s Smallest
April 14, 2011 12:52 pm | Product Releases | CommentsDiodes Incorporated has released what it asserts is the world’s smallest dual output omnipolar Hall effect switch IC, designed for open/close detection in portable, battery-powered products including cell phones and notebook PCs. The dual output AH1891 is
Logic Packages are Positioned as World’s Smallest for Handheld Mobility
April 14, 2011 11:33 am | Product Releases | CommentsNXP Semiconductors N.V. announced what it asserts are the world’s smallest logic plastic packages measuring 0.9 x 1.0 x 0.35 mm with 0.3 mm pitch. The compact packaging design is suitable for leading-edge portable handheld devices such as smartphones, tablets and SD cards where
