All items tagged with connected devices (152)
STMicroelectronics Reveals New STM32 Ultra-Low Power MCUs and Wireless Microcontrollers
March 5, 2025 by Joao Martins

STMicroelectronics Reveals New STM32 Ultra-Low Power MCUs and Wireless Microcontrollers

STMicroelectronics has introduced new STM32U3 microcontrollers (MCUs) with power-saving innovations that ease deployment of smart connected devices, especially in remote locations. The company has also unveiled the next generation of its STM32 power-efficient short-range wireless microcontrollers that simplify connecting consumer and industrial devices. The two new MCUs leverage near-threshold chip design to set a record performance-per-watt efficiency benchmark.
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Silicon Labs Introduces New Concurrent Multiprotocol SoCs for Matter
March 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Silicon Labs Introduces New Concurrent Multiprotocol SoCs for Matter

Silicon Labs announced that its MG26 family of wireless SoCs is now generally available and ready to provide developers with the highest performance for smart home applications, while leveraging AI/ML processing capabilities. The company calls it the industry’s most advanced, high-performance Matter and concurrent multiprotocol SoCs to date, with double the Flash and RAM of other Silicon Labs multiprotocol devices and best-in-class security.
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Infineon Expands Support for Apple Find My Network Connected Devices
February 27, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Infineon Expands Support for Apple Find My Network Connected Devices

Infineon Technologies announced the availability of its Apple Find My network accessory support for the AIROC CYW20829, PSOC 63 Bluetooth microcontroller (MCU), AIROC CYW5591x Wi-Fi/BT connected MCU, and AIROC CYW5551x devices within its ModusToolbox development ecosystem. This enables developers to easily build Find My network capable Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) devices, connected to this increasingly popular application.
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Synaptics Confirms Its Acquisition of Packetcraft
February 7, 2025 by Joao Martins

Synaptics Confirms Its Acquisition of Packetcraft

During its scheduled Q2 results call, Synaptics Incorporated confirmed the acquisition of Packecraft, the recognized Bluetooth LE Audio software stack vendor. Already a leading supplier of wireless technologies, Synaptics now added leading embedded Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) stacks and software, positioning the company as one of the strongest suppliers of Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast broadcast audio software.
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Silicon Labs Introduces BG22L and BG24L "Lite" Bluetooth LE SoCs
January 31, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Silicon Labs Introduces BG22L and BG24L "Lite" Bluetooth LE SoCs

Silicon Labs introduced the BG22L and BG24L SoCs for Bluetooth LE connectivity, with "L" representing the new application-optimized Lite devices. These new ultra-low power Bluetooth devices are optimized for applications like asset tracking tags, remote control, and small appliances. The BG22L delivers robust security and processing for common Bluetooth devices, while BG24L supports advanced AI/ML acceleration and Channel Sounding.
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Synaptics Brings Astra AI-Native Platform to CES 2025
December 18, 2024 by Joao Martins

Synaptics Brings Astra AI-Native Platform to CES 2025

Following earlier demonstrations at trade shows all over the world, Synaptics will showcase its Astra AI-Native processing and Veros intelligent connectivity offerings at CES 2025. Synaptics Astra AI-native platform showcases the advantages of purpose-built hardware paired with an open-source development framework, and intelligent connectivity to enable rapid development of context-aware connected devices.
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AONDevices Unveils Edge AI Sensor Module in Collaboration with P-Logic Consulting
December 16, 2024 by Joao Martins

AONDevices Unveils Edge AI Sensor Module in Collaboration with P-Logic Consulting

AONDevices announced the launch of its AONix Edge AI sensor module, a new platform that addresses key challenges for battery-operated connected devices running artificial intelligence on the edge. Developed in collaboration with P-Logic Consulting and featuring sensor integration from TDK InvenSense, this compact 32mm x 32mm module is an energy-efficient platform with the ability to deliver real-time AI performance in always-on applications, particularly for consumer electronics.
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StreamUnlimited Revamps Development Modules for Future-Proof Flexibility
December 3, 2024 by Joao Martins

StreamUnlimited Revamps Development Modules for Future-Proof Flexibility

As a leading engineering house for audio development, supplying software and hardware solutions for connected audio products, StreamUnlimited relies on a series of development modules that respond to all major application areas and form-factors. The company now reengineered its hardware modules to ensure extended longevity and that modules remain compatible with advancing technologies, enabling manufacturers to extend product lifecycles and provide greater value to end-users.
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STMicroelectronics and Qualcomm Enter Strategic Collaboration for Edge AI Wireless Connected Devices
October 1, 2024 by Cristina Costa

STMicroelectronics and Qualcomm Enter Strategic Collaboration for Edge AI Wireless Connected Devices

STMicroelectronics and Qualcomm Technologies International, announces a new strategic collaboration for the next generation of industrial and consumer connected solutions augmented by edge AI. The collaboration will pair STMicroelectronics' STM32 microcontroller ecosystem and Qualcomm's wireless connectivity solutions to allow simple, fast, and cost-effective designs of next-generation connected applications.
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Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Specification for True Distance Awareness
September 3, 2024 by Joao Martins

Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Specification for True Distance Awareness

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), the organization that oversees Bluetooth technology, announced the release of an updated specification that now includes Bluetooth Channel Sounding, a new secure, fine-ranging feature to enhance location abilities for Bluetooth connected devices. By enabling true distance awareness in billions of everyday devices, Bluetooth Channel Sounding opens countless possibilities for developers and users alike.
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