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Start your engines! Here comes the brand new range of Packard Bell notebooks and netbook signed by Valentino Rossi
Great news from Packard Bell for all Valentino Rossi fans. The nine-times world champion of Moto GP will sign a new and exciting line of Packard Bell products designed for the on-the-go lifestyle of all those who love exclusive, unique, top-performance objects.
Huawei First to Showcase Live LTE Services with Telefónica O2 UK with Downlink Speed of 150Mb/s
Huawei, a leader in providing next-generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world, today announced a successful live trial of LTE (Long Term Evolution) with Telefónica O2 UK, the first fully operational operator LTE trial in the UK. During the trial, a cell peak downlink rate of 150Mbps was achieved in the Slough area, the headquarters of O2 in the UK. A recent showcase also demonstrated real life case studies of future consumer demands on a mobile broadband LTE network, including high definition video streaming, mobile gaming, high speed file transfer and video conferencing.
TeliaSonera and Huawei Claim World's Fastest Commercial Mobile Broadband Network with Huawei's LTE Solutions
Huawei,a leader in providing next-generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world,and TeliaSonera,the largest telecoms operator in Scandinavia and the Baltic countries,today jointly announced the deployment of the world's first LTE commercial network in Oslo,Norway. These services offer maximum speeds of up to 100 Mb/s and are approximately 10 times faster than existing 3G networks.
AAEON Introduces Advanced System Controllers
AAEON announcesd the launch of a new product line—Advanced System Controllers. The debut of this product line is to unveil the new generation of system controllers, which adopt the Mini-ITX form factor with the Intel® Q45 and ICH10DO chipset. The first two products to be launched in this product line are the AIS-Q450 and AIS-Q452. These two models offer an outstanding computing power solution with high graphic performance.
Magma Announces SiliconSmart ACE -- New Standard in IP Characterization for 28 nm and Below
Magma Design Automation today announced SiliconSmart ACE, a next-generation intellectual property characterization and modeling tool and the latest addition to the industry-standard SiliconSmart product line. By leveraging new Accelerated Circuit Engine (ACE) technology and embedding Magma's ultra-fast FineSim SPICE simulator, the fully automated SiliconSmart ACE flow delivers more accurate models and faster turnaround time than other tools, setting a new standard in IP characterization and modeling for designs targeted at 28-nanometer (nm) and smaller process nodes.
Barix Barionet IP Controllers Integrated with MAC-based XTension Home Automation Solution
Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, announces that XTension, a leading MAC-based home automation application, has implemented full support for Barix' range of Barionet intelligent IP controller devices.
Barix Introduces Low Cost, Intelligent IP Network Controller
Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, introduces the Barionet 50, a low-cost IP automation controller, monitoring device and visualization system now shipping for professional and home applications. A fully programmable network controller, the Barionet 50 is ideal for interfacing devices and real world I/O via IP with open, standards based monitoring and control platforms.
NeoPhotonics Named To Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific 2009
NeoPhotonics (China) Co., Ltd. has been named to Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 program for Asia Pacific, a ranking of the fastest growing Internet, Media & Entertainment and Communication companies for 2009. Rankings are based on the companies' revenue growth percentage over three fiscal years, from 2006-2008. Deloitte announced the list at the Intercontinental Hotel in Hong Kong on 10 December 2009.
Fairchild Semiconductor Selects Cadence as Primary EDA Partner
Cadence has announced that Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global provider of energy-efficient semiconductor technology, has named Cadence as its primary EDA partner following the signing of a multi-year agreement for key Cadence mixed-signal technology.
Synaptics Debuts Fuse Next-Generation Mobile Phone Concept
Synaptics Incorporated introduced Fuse, a collaborative mobile phone concept, demonstrating the future of user interaction for handsets. Integrating for the first time multiple interface technologies—including multi-touch capacitive sensing, haptic feedback, 3-D graphics, and force, grip, and proximity sensing—the Fuse concept phone showcases exciting new mobile device usage models.
Wind River and Datalight Collaborate to Provide Integrated Flash Memory Solution
Wind River today announced that it has entered into a reseller agreement with Datalight to sell Datalight FlashFX Pro directly to customers, providing fully integrated support for NAND flash within the VxWorks operating system. NAND flash memory is quickly becoming the standard storage technology for systems requiring high-capacity data storage, including embedded devices like set-top boxes, cameras, automotive infotainment and a range of medical and industrial applications. FlashFX Pro makes it simple for software applications to access flash memory and increases overall device responsiveness.
Collaborative Verification Along the Entire Value-Added Chain; SANITAS Research Project Launched Under Management of Infineon
A research project to strengthen German competiveness by developing processes and verification methods for more flexible and secure automated manufacturing has been launched by leading German companies. The SANITAS ("Enabling safer systems by a new collaborative verification methodology across the entire value chain") project includes nine partners – research institutes and companies from the semiconductor, automotive and industrial automation sectors – that will work under the project management of the Infineon Technologies AG to complete research by September 2012. The SANITAS project is being funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).
Infineon’s TPM Security Chips Receive Global TCG and Common Criteria Certification and UK Government Approval; Showing World Trust in Infineon Security Expertise for PC and Data Network Protection
Infineon Technologies today announced it is the world's first semiconductor provider of TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security chips that successfully passed most stringent security tests currently defined for PC security. The Trusted Computing Group (TCG), an impartial not-for-profit organization, confirmed that Infineon's TPM is "TCG Certified". The TCG certification is based on the international security standard "Common Criteria" and on TCG's own compliance tests. Compliance and security evaluation according to the Common Criteria standard effectiveness level of "moderate" for evaluation assurance level (EAL) 4+, as achieved by Infineon's TPM, is considered to be essential for continued success as a chip supplier for PC security applications.
German Research Project CoSiP Lays Foundation for Simultaneous Development of Chip, Package and PCB Board for System-in-Package Applications
The growing complexity of microelectronic systems makes it necessary to align and coordinate the development of chips, packages and boards at a very early stage, especially when it comes to system-in-package (SiP) applications.
SAMSUNG Electronics can save up to 90% engineers’ time with ESI’s VisualDSS
ESI Group announced today the recent implementation of a Simulation-Based Design environment in Samsung Electronics Corporation's (SEC) Visual Display division. The unified Simulation-Based Design environment relies on VisualDSS, ESI's end-to-end Decision Support System enabling companies to build and manage simulation models for multi-domain usage, to manage simulation content and data, and to automate project workflow.
Korenix Releases JetView Pro, free for download Intelligent NMS Network Management Software
To show users the performance of JetView Pro – the new Korenix patented Intelligent Network Management Software, Korenix provides an exclusive opportunity for a free NMS trial. Administrators can now download the free NMS software from Korenix website and test its various capabilities for the Korenix JetNet, JetPoE, JetRock series managed switches, which support LLDP and JetView Pro features.
Korenix JetI/O Series Intelligent Ethernet IO Modules – Winner of the “Automation-2009” Exhibition!
Korenix is proud to announce, that its JetI/O Series Intelligent Ethernet IO Serial Modules honorably received the 1st place Diploma of "Automation-2009" in the Category of Input/Output Devices at the AISS-AutomaticaA 2009 exhibition in Ukraine. The annual AISS-AutomaticA is a specialized international exhibition and leading national presenter of equipment components and technologies for industrial automation and built systems.
Circuit Cellar and WIZnet Launch the iMCU Design Contest 2010
The design contest simply requires the use of WIZnet's new chip (the W7100) as part of your embedded project. The W7100 is an Internet MCU integrating a Hardwired TCP/IP core with an 8051 processor. The resulting integration is known as 'iMCU.'
Holst Centre, imec and TNO report a world-first plastic transponder circuit at 50 kb/s
At the International Electronics Devices Meeting, Holst Centre, imec and TNO presented the world-first organic transponder circuit with a bit rate of 50kbits/s. This bit rate approaches the requirements for the Electronic Product Coding (EPC) standards.
Open-Source SERCOS III Master Library Available
SERCOS International announces that an open source software driver library for the SERCOS III real-time Ethernet communication system master implementation is now available via the sourceforge.net online-portal. The software can be used by interested users (control manufacturers, tool suppliers) according to the LGPL license, without any license fees and without any usage limitations.
Agilent Technologies Recognized for Leadership in LTE and WiMAX Test Equipment Market
Agilent Technologies Inc. has received Frost and Sullivan's Best Practices Award for World Market Share Leadership in LTE and WiMAX test equipment. The award is based on market research showing that Agilent held the highest industry market share in 2008 with 20.2 percent of the market revenues.
NXP Introduces Advanced 3DTV Processor
NXP Semiconductors today announced the availability of the PNX5130, the industry's first video co-processor enabling 3DTV, frame-rate conversion (FRC) and local backlight dimming in a single chip. By eliminating the need for external FPGA devices to support 3DTV, NXP is providing a highly cost-effective post-processing solution that will enable manufacturers to bring competitively priced 3D-enabled TV sets to the mainstream consumer market. The PNX5130 enables conversion of all popular 3DTV formats to both line and frame interleaved displays, and is designed for maximum flexibility to support emerging 3DTV standards. The PNX5130 is available immediately and will be demonstrated at 2010 CES in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
Laird Technologies Named as 2010 Top 100 M2M Companies
We are pleased to be named to the M2M 100 for a fourth consecutive year," said Mike Coletta, Laird Technologies' Director of Sales and Product Management, Telematics & Wireless M2M. "We remain dedicated to providing wireless modules, integrated devices and system-level expertise; which enables M2M providers to focus on the service side of the business and succeed."
DNA Electronics Wins R&D Prize At Elektra09 European Electronics Industry Awards
DNA Electronics Ltd, a developer of disposable, real-time gene testing at the point-of-care, has been named as the winner of the prestigious R&D prize at the Elektra09 European Electronics Industry Awards. DNA Electronics, a spin-out of Imperial College London, triumphed from a shortlist of five other finalists to be named winner by an independent panel of judges in recognition of its innovative technology and intellectual property strategy. The Elektra09 award ceremony was held on Tuesday 1st December 2009 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.
PSMA Announces Special Presentation Session on Nanotechnology at APEC 2010
The Power Sources Manufacturers Association Nanotechnology Committee is sponsoring a Special Presentation session at APEC 2010 titled Nanotechnology - The Unique Challenge. The Special Session will take place on Tuesday February 23, 2010 at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs California. Featuring seven experts from industry, law, research and government this special event will provide a broad overview of current nanotechnology applications, materials and intellectual property considerations.
Verigy Earns Five Star Customer Satisfaction Award from VLSI Research
Verigy has received its first five star award for exceptional customer satisfaction from market research and analysis firm VLSI Research Inc. Of the 13 companies to receive the award this year, Verigy is the only test equipment manufacturer. This annual award is based on a company's performance in six categories: cost of ownership, quality of results, product performance, customer service, technical leadership, and commitment.
SiTel wins 2009 Frost and Sullivan Green Excellence Award
SiTel Semiconductor yesterday received the Frost and Sullivan 2009 Global Enterprise VoIP Semiconductors Green Excellence Award in Product Innovation, for its energy-efficient Green VoIP processor range. The award is clear recognition of SiTel's commitment to delivering low-power, environmentally friendly VoIP and DECT / CAT-iq IC solutions, which enable enterprise manufacturers to reduce power consumption by up to 2 Watts per desktop phone.
TEAC Selects ADI Blackfin Processor for New Chromatic Tuner/Recorder
Analog Devices, Inc. announced today that TEAC Corporation, a premier designer and manufacturer of professional audio equipment, has selected ADI's Blackfin processor as the processing platform for its new PT-7 Chromatic Tuner/Recorder designed by TASCAM, the company's recording equipment brand. The recorder leverages Blackfin's converged platform for audio signal and control processing, along with complementary ADI high-precision analog components, providing musicians, educators and students with advanced features in a small form factor at a very competitive price point.
Freescale sees growth in smart mobile devices
Consumer demand for faster, sleeker, longer-playing mobile devices has helped Freescale Semiconductor establish early leadership in the smart mobile devices category – a fast growing market segment that includes smartbooks, eBook readers, smartphones and other mobile consumer products.
NanoKTN and JEMI Host Workshop To Look At Packaging and Integration Challenges For Micro & Nano-enabled Sensors
The Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network has announced the date of the 21st of January for its next micro and nano-enabled sensors workshop. This follows on from a series of collaborations with JEMI and the Sensors & Instrumentation KTN.
Dialog Semiconductor Sweeps Hat-trick of Industry Technology Awards
Dialog Semiconductor plc completed a hat-trick of major European awards by winning the GSA's EMEA Leadership Council Award. This adds to the two Elektra European Electronics Industry Awards won earlier this month - Company of the Year and Fabless Semiconductor Supplier of the Year.
Tekdata reveals miniature contribution to astronomical challenge
Tekdata Interconnections' Cryoconnect Division has completed delivery of bespoke flight harnesses for the Alpha Mass Spectrometer, a space-research instrument due to be launched to the International Space Station aboard one of the last ever NASA Space Shuttle missions in July 2010.
DAILY unveils UHF RFID Handheld Reader for Industrial Uses
DAILY RFID has released its new UHF(860~960MHz) RFID Handheld Reader for industrial and harsh environments (IP64 protection). And the light-weight, user-friendly design of DL770 makes it easy to use. This rugged RFID Handheld device, with a smart keyboard, is ideal for using under harsh environment. And its 4400mAh battery can support it to operate for a long time on a single charge. Besides, a USB interface and TF Slot are offered for accurate, real-time data collection.
e-con Systems - Camera Solution for the GumstixOMAP35xx Overo Series of Computer on Modules
e-con Systems Inc., a leading Camera solutions company based out of St Louis, USA and Chennai, India has unveiled the e-CAM32_OMAP_GSTIX, the 3.2 Megapixel autofocus Gumstix Overo camera board. The camera module embedded on the e-CAM32_OMAP_GSTIX is based on Omnivision's OV3640 CMOS image sensor.
Laird Technologies Releases the Next Generation of Tunnel Series Thermoelectric Assemblies
The Tunnel Series TEAs are designed with a patented, high-performance cross flow technology maximizing heat transfer when pulling air through a heat exchanger. Heat is absorbed and dissipated through a high density heat sink equipped with sheet metal shrouds and fans. The number of airflow paths required is minimized when compared to traditional impingement flow TEAs.
Switchtec's timers for complex control and space saving applications
Anly multi-function timers from specialist distributor Switchtec offer a wonderful combination of compact size with excellent functionality, providing smarter control for a host of applications.
AWS Group believes momentum for SC21 as ‘flagship vehicle for change’ in defence and aerospace sectors is growing
During a recent address to the A|D|S Quality Conference at RAF Cosford, Mike Berridge, Director of Business Improvement for AWS Group - one of the UK's leading independent Electronic Manufacturing Solutions (EMS) providers - gave his views on the SC21 program, highlighting significant challenges for the defence and aerospace sector. AWS is one of only 16 companies out of 7000 suppliers to the aerospace industry to have been accredited with recognition awards to SC21, and this low figure, said Berridge, was an issue in itself, although he believes momentum is now building.
Viper Aid To Acoustic Positioning
Applied Acoustics Easytrak Portable acoustic navigation system uses Eurotech's VIPER single board computer to play a key communications role. Easytrak can undertake a wide range of tracking and positioning tasks for seabed mapping, towfish tracking and controlling robotic vehicles. It is also used to locate subsea divers, so is critical to the safety of personnel.
Renesas Technology Introduces Ternary Content Addressable Memory (TCAM) Family Designed for Multi-Layer Packet Processing
Renesas Technology Europe today introduced a high-performance TCAM (Ternary CAM) Series, comprising a portfolio of TCAM memory products to enable high speed packet processing for networking equipment such as routers and switches. The first product in the series is the R8A20410BG TCAM, which has a capacity of 20Mbits and delivers industry-leading high-speed search performance of up to 360 MSPS/Table. Sample shipments will begin in December 2009.
Analog Devices Enables HD Image Acquisition With Single-Chip Solutions For Medical, Industrial And Scientific Designs
As medical, industrial and scientific markets increasingly adopt high-definition (HD) image acquisition systems, designers of such systems must confront a host of signal-processing complexities in order to accurately capture and record high-resolution images. To address these challenges, Analog Devices has introduced two high-performance, highly integrated 14-bit HD image signal processors: the 75 MSPS dual-channel AD9978A--the industry's fastest-- and the 72 MSPS quad-channel ADDI7004. These single-chip solutions enable designers to create multi-channel CCD (charge-coupled device) or CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) HD image acquisition systems that can deliver the degree of clarity, visibility and accuracy needed for today's high-resolution requirements.
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