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Microchip Launches New Generation of 8-bit AVR MCUs with Core Independent Peripherals
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Microchip Launches New Generation of 8-bit AVR MCUs with Core Independent Peripherals

Microchip Technology released a new generation of 8-bit tinyAVR MCUs. The four new devices range from 14 to 24 pins and 4 KB to 8 KB of Flash and are the first tinyAVR microcontrollers to feature Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs). The new devices will be supported by Atmel START, an innovative online tool for intuitive, graphical configuration of embedded software projects.
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CES Show 2017: Prepare for Celebration and Change
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CES Show 2017: Prepare for Celebration and Change

In 2017, the world’s leading innovation event, promoted every year by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) commemorates 50 years as the launch pad for breakthrough technology. The 50th anniversary CES will celebrate the evolution of the industry January 5-8, 2017 in Las Vegas, NV. CES 2017 also promises to be a pivotal moment for technology evolution and change.
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Panasonic Introduces High-speed Gate Driver Dedicated to GaN Power Transistor X-GaN
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Panasonic Introduces High-speed Gate Driver Dedicated to GaN Power Transistor X-GaN

Panasonic Corporation announced that it will start mass production of a high-speed gate driver (AN34092B) optimized for driving its GaN power transistor X-GaN in November 2016. The company will also start mass production of two types of X-GaN (PGA26E07BA and PGA26E19BA) and provide solutions in combination with high-speed gate drivers. The high-speed gate driver for X-GaN power transistors contributes to space and energy savings in power conversion applications.
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Connect One Introduces Pico WiReach Highly Secure and Cloud Ready IoT Wi-Fi Module
by Cristina Costa

Connect One Introduces Pico WiReach Highly Secure and Cloud Ready IoT Wi-Fi Module

Connect One introduced the first Wi-Fi module in its next-generation family of 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi modules for the Internet of Things (IoT) market at the electronica 2016 show in Munich, Germany. The new Pico WiReach IoT Wi-Fi module is a small size, sub $10 price, highly secure and cloud ready development solution which is ready to power new-generation connected devices.
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Silicon Labs Introduces World’s Smallest Bluetooth SiP Module
by Cristina Costa

Silicon Labs Introduces World’s Smallest Bluetooth SiP Module

Silicon Labs has introduced the industry’s smallest Bluetooth low energy system-in-package (SiP) module with a built-in chip antenna, offering a complete, cost-effective connectivity solution with no compromises in performance. Available in a tiny 6.5 mm x 6.5 mm package, the BGM12x Blue Gecko SiP module enables developers to miniaturize IoT designs by minimizing the PCB footprint including the antenna clearance area to 51 mm2.
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Affordable RTW MM3 MusicMeter is Now Shipping
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Affordable RTW MM3 MusicMeter is Now Shipping

Visual audio meter and monitoring specialist, RTW announced that the newest addition to its loudness metering family, the MM3 MusicMeter, is now shipping. The MM3 is the company's lowest-cost loudness meter, adding support for music-based applications. With the superior accuracy that RTW has become known for, the MM3 MusicMeter features vectorscope, PPM/TruePeak or VU, real-time analyzers, Loudness vs. Time charts, as well as numerical and graphical loudness display and zoom modes.
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L-Acoustics’ Holding Company, L-Group, Acquires CAMCO
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L-Acoustics’ Holding Company, L-Group, Acquires CAMCO

L-Group, holding company of L-Acoustics, today announced the acquisition of CAMCO, the manufacturer of high-end amplified controllers, DSP and audio network solutions for the professional audio industry. L-Acoustics traditionally worked in close partnership with German company CAMCO to complement its sound reinforcement and touring solutions. The acquisition will enable closer integration of active and networked systems.
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Braven Takes Over the Home with Premium Home Bluetooth Speakers
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Braven Takes Over the Home with Premium Home Bluetooth Speakers

Braven Audio introduced a new Premium Home series featuring three advanced wireless speakers, the 1100, 2200m and 2300. Evolving from the typical portable Bluetooth concept, the new range advances to an expanded home system combined with refined design to complement home décor. The Braven 2200m and 2300 speakers even have a built-in mounting options and are Bluetooth Smart enabled allowing for hands-free, remote control via the Braven Smart App.
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Lectrosonics Introduces the PDR Personal Digital Recorder
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Lectrosonics Introduces the PDR Personal Digital Recorder

Lectrosonics announced the introduction of a new micro digital recorder, the PDR (Personal Digital Recorder) for professional use. For situations in which the distance is extreme or where using a wireless microphone is not practical, the PDR recorder can capture professional quality audio, synchronized with timecode. The tiny size and rounded shape make the PDR unobtrusive and easy to place in garments and costumes, and easy to conceal when used as a “plant” microphone to capture environmental or location sound.
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Universal Audio Announces Thunderbolt Compatibility For Windows 10 Systems and New UAD Software v9.0
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Universal Audio Announces Thunderbolt Compatibility For Windows 10 Systems and New UAD Software v9.0

Universal Audio enjoyed success with its range of Apollo Thunderbolt (1 and 2) interfaces because of the quality and lower latency when using realtime UAD processing and the company’s Unison technology. The company promised to launch Thunderbolt 3/USB 3.1 compatible drivers for both Windows 10 and Apple Mac. Now, Universal Audio announced Thunderbolt compatibility for Windows 10 users, while launching its new UAD Software v9.0 with new powerful plug-ins.
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