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2017-02 Power STMicroelectronics

[Feb 12 2017] With instantly available mobile payment solutions, mobile payment is likely to become a mainstream application on wearable devices such as smartwatches. STMicroelectronics, a leading global semiconductor supplier across multiple electronic applications, provides the secure hardware technology for this one-stop payment solution. STMicroelectronics, in collaboration with software vendors G&D and Fi ...

2017-02 Power 4D Systems Pty Ltd

[Feb 11 2017] Charging and battery management remain key features for smartphones, and innovations will continue for years to come. Improvements in wired and wireless charging have the potential to greatly expand the use of portable products, and we are constantly pushing the limits of this capability. Charging systems require power supply products (such as wall adapters) or wireless charging transmitters and ...

2017-02 Semiconductors Cypress Semiconductor

[Feb 10 2017] Cypress Semiconductor has announced the world's first complete USB-C to HDMI connectivity solution without an adapter or converter. The solution, based on the Cypress EZ-PD™USB-C controller, enables next-generation laptops, smartphones, tablets, digital cameras and other HDMI source devices equipped with USB-C connectors to connect directly to HDMI display devices, including HD and 4K TVS, using ...

2017-02 Sensors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 10 2017] STMicroelectronics helps social fitness enthusiasts stay active by introducing innovative smart sensors that allow always-on tracking apps to run longer and more accurately record users' progress in their workouts. STMicroelectronics LIS2DS12 3-axis "ultramicro" accelerometer, LSM6DSL/M 6-axis inertial sensor module and the new LSM303AH electronic compass allow applications to continuously track ...

2017-02 Connectors Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

[Feb 9 2017] Toshiba's Storage and Electronic Component Solutions company announced the launch of the 1.3A output current CMOS Low Voltage Difference (LDO) regulator TCR13AGADJ in an industry-leading compact package for power supplies for mobile devices. The new regulator comes in a WCSP6F package with a size of only 0.8mm x 1.2mm and a thickness of 0.33mm(maximum). The TCR13AGADJ is an LDO regulator that can ...

2017-02 Power Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

[Feb 9 2017] Toshiba Corporation has announced the development of an on-chip single inductance Multiple Output (SIMO) direct current (DC-DC) converter for Internet of Things (IoT) devices powered by button-down lithium-ion batteries. The new converters will not only achieve 65-86% efficiency in the load range from 1μW to 50mW, which is more than 100 times the breadth of traditional SIMO DC converters, but wil ...

2017-02 Passive Components Vishay

[Feb 8 2017] Vishay Intertechnology has announced the introduction of new automotive grade inductors in 2525, 3232 and 4040 form factors, expanding the range of applications of the IHLE series of ultra-thin, high-current inductors. The inductor has an integrated electric field shield to reduce EMI. With the Vishay Dale IHLE-2525CD-5A, IHLE-3232DD-5A, and IHLE-4040DD-5A, the system does not require separate bo ...

2017-02 Connectors Renesas Electronics America

[Feb 8 2017] Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the launch of four new RH850/P1L-C series microcontrollers (MCUS). The RH850/P1L-C series chips are designed for chassis and safety systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes, airbag systems, and compact motor control systems. The RH850/P1L-C is at the lower end of the RH850/P1x-C family of safety MCUS, providing a one-stop solution to advanced driver assistanc ...

2017-02 Power Renesas Electronics America

[Feb 7 2017] Renesas Electronics, a leading global supplier of semiconductor solutions, has announced the successful development of the world's first separating-gate metal nitrous oxide silicon oxide (SG-MONOS) flash memory unit with a finned transistor for microcontrollers (MCUS) equipped with on-chip flash memory with an electrical path width of 16 to 14 nanometers (nm) or smaller. SG-MONOS technology can b ...

2017-02 Sensors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 7 2017] STMicroelectronics' 13.5mm x 13.5mm SensorTile is the smallest fully functional sensor module in its class today, with built-in MEMS accelerometer, gyroscope, pressure sensor and MEMS microphone, as well as the STM32L4 low power microcontroller. Sensing and connected control for wearables, gaming accessories, smart home devices or iot hardware. The SensorTile module has a fully functional Bluetoo ...

2017-02 Power STMicroelectronics

[Feb 6 2017] STMicroelectronics offers two advanced, industry-certified security modules that provide a security shield for computers and smart iot hardware against cyber attacks. The ST33HTPH2ESPI and ST33HTPH20SPI are available in either TSSOP28 or QFN32 package options. The new STSAFE Trusted Computing Platform Module (TPM) stores system authentication data, such as keys and software measurements, on inacc ...

2017-02 Passive Components Murata

[Feb 6 2017] Electronic devices installed in harsh temperature environments, such as around the engine compartment of a car, need not only high reliability, but also high heat resistance. Murata, the world's leading manufacturer of electronic components, has successfully developed the GCB series of automotive chip multilayer ceramic capacitors dedicated to conductive adhesives that can operate at high tempera ...