Wireless
Tinker's Toolbox - The First MEMS Resonator
January 14, 2011 4:46 am | Podcasts | CommentsIn this episode of the Tinker's Toolbox, we talk to Piyush Sevalia of SiTime about their SiT1052, the first MEMS resonator for real time clock and time-keeping applications.
Logic PD and Roke Manor Research Collaborate on Advanced Wireless Product Development
January 13, 2011 7:15 am | News | CommentsLogic PD, global product development and embedded computing provider, and Roke Manor Research , a telecommunications research & development specialist, today announced a strategic partnership.
Ceiling Mount Antenna Has Wide Bandwidth Performance
January 13, 2011 6:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsAntenna Factor is pleased to announce the exciting OM-DW Series antennas. Capable of covering all popular frequency bands from 860MHz through 5.88GHz, the OM-DW Series eliminates the need to stock multiple antenna frequencies.
The Tinker's Toolbox - Ralink Mobile Wi-Fi Products
January 10, 2011 7:36 am | Podcasts | CommentsIn this episode of the Tinker's Toolbox, we talk with David Borison of Ralink about their mobile Wi-Fi product line for cell phones and portable consumer Electronics
Passive Intermodulation Analyzer Incorporates Distance to PIM Technology
January 8, 2011 9:11 am | Product Releases | CommentsAnritsu Company introduced the MW8219A PIM Master, a field test solution that can locate the source of passive intermodulation (PIM), whether it is at the base station or in the surrounding environment. Covering the PCS and AWS cellular frequency ranges, the analyzer provides
Picochip Shares Femtocell Roadmap to Enable Complete 3G Basestation on a USB Dongle
January 8, 2011 7:55 am | News | CommentsPicochip unveiled its vision for next-generation femtocells, including picoXcell(tm) technology that will allow its customers to create an entire 3G cellular basestation in an ultra-small form factor such as a USB dongle. The concept of a basestation on a USB dongle is one of several Picochip developments in the spotlight at CES 2011
CES 2011: Texas Instruments' PurePath Wireless Sound System
January 7, 2011 9:19 am | Videos | CommentsErling Njå Simenson from TI discusses an updated version of the company's PurePath wireless sound system.
CES 2011: Atmel's Zigbee-certified Products
January 7, 2011 9:15 am | Videos | CommentsMagnus Pederson from Atmel discusses the company's Zigbee-certified products.
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
WirelessHD Module Addresses High-Definition Electronic Devices
January 6, 2011 8:05 am | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMurata Electronics 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.
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
Low-energy DECT Variant Aids Sensor Networks
January 4, 2011 7:49 am | by Steven Leussink, SiTel Semiconductor | Blogs | CommentsWireless sensor nodes need to run on batteries for many years. SiTel Semiconductor and RTX Telecom are proposing a new ultra-low-energy extension to the existing DECT standard especially for this kind of application.
Signal Analyzer Boasts Desirable Acquisition Bandwidth, Real-time Capabilities
January 4, 2011 7:07 am | Tektronix | Product Releases | CommentsTektronix, Inc. expanded its spectrum and vector signal analysis offerings with the introduction of the RSA5000 Series Signal Analyzer. The series is appropriate for spectrum management, radar, electronic warfare, radio communications and EMI/EMC. Featuring advanced
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.
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.
Vehicle-Mounted Computer Supports Lubuntu Linux OS
January 3, 2011 3:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsAdvantech announced it has a new option available for the TREK-743, 7-inch Vehicle-Mounted Computer with support for Lubuntu, a lightweight, derivative of the Ubuntu operating system.
High-Density Memory Targets RFID Applications
December 30, 2010 7:52 am | Stmicroelectronics | Product Releases | CommentsAn RFID device from STMicroelectronics now allows technical equipment to 'talk back', with detailed information such as a full maintenance history, to speed up servicing and simplify record-keeping.
Distortion Analysis Software Helps Optimize Active RF Components
December 29, 2010 10:24 am | Product Releases | CommentsRohde & Schwarz has introduced the R&S FS K130 distortion analysis software for optimizing active RF components such as power amplifiers and mixers. This software allows users to
Reference Designs Create Wireless HDMI Video Solutions
December 29, 2010 4:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsAlereon announced the addition of several new wireless HDMI reference designs: The AL5750 1080p Wireless UWB Audio/Video Adapter, the AL5810/11 Wireless HDMI Encoder/Decoder and the AL5820/21 Wireless HDMI Encoder/Decoder with 3D support.
Radio Modules Designed for European Applications
December 28, 2010 5:09 am | Product Releases | CommentsIn order to meet operating demands and compliance requirements specific to the European market, the AIR line now includes ETSI-compliant models A1101R08A (embedded antenna) and A1101R08C (connectorized).
LTE Test Feature Touts Simplified Base Station Testing
December 20, 2010 12:41 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe LTE test case wizard is asserted to ease the task of generating the correct signals for specific LTE base station test scenarios. An operator of a signal generator only has to
Security in Smartphones
December 10, 2010 7:48 am | by Martin Bakal, IBM Rational (www.IBM.com/Rational) | Blogs | CommentsThe smartphone market is expected to increase 24.5% in 2011, as projected by IDC. Managing security will be a big concern and key area of focus for most mobile companies going forward. Companies who address this concern successfully will most likely capture the market share.
