Wireless
Saelig's SD Adapter Makes Cellphones/PDAs Compatible with USB Memory Devices
Mobidapter, newly introduced by Saelig Company, Inc. , is a USB memory stick reader which plugs directly into the SD memory slot on mobile/cell phones, smart phones and PDAs, permitting - for the first time - reliable, rapid transfer of files from USB sources. Just insert Mobidapter to a phone's SD slot, connect it to a USB memory device, and - in an instant - text files, images, PowerPoint files, can be e-mailed. Now files can be transferred any...
TI introduces integrated HDMI companion chip for portable applications
Texas Instruments introduced the industry’s first integrated HDMI interface companion chip to the core HDMI controller for portable applications. The TPD12S015 incorporates all of the components required for an HDMI interface, including eight low-capacitance electrostatic discharge (ESD) clamps, I2C level shifters, and a DC/DC converter, saving 75 percent the board space and significantly reducing overall system cost when compared to discre...
Murata reduces UHF RFID tag size in close-coupling applications; launches compact cost-effective UHF RFID reader/writer module
Murata MAGICSTRAP UHF RFID solution is now available for close-coupling applications, enabling significant reductions in close-coupled UHF RFID tag size. The MAGICSTRAP tag requires no external antenna and allows manufacturers to effectively reduce the size of a close-coupled UHF RFID tag to 3.2 x 1.6mm.
Passive UHF RFID Tag designed for use on any Surface
DAILY RFID has recently announced Passive UHF RFID Tag for improving overall productivity. It can easily be affixed to any surface applications (including directly on metal), while keeping a highly accurate tracking performance.
MAX9634: 1mm2 current-sense amplifier sets benchmarks for power consumption and accuracy
Maxim introduces the MAX9634, the latest addition to its industry-leading portfolio of high-side current-sense amplifiers (CSAs). Designed for space-constrained portable applications, the 1mm2 MAX9634 sets benchmarks for size, performance, and power consumption. Combined with its wide (1.6V to 28V) input-voltage range, these superior features make the MAX9634 well suited for a broad selection of battery-powered devices, including smartphones, dig...
Laird Technologies Releases BTM410/411 and BTM420/421 Bluetooth Radio Modules
Laird Technologies, Inc., a global leader in the design and manufacture of customized, performance-critical components for wireless systems and other advanced electronics applications, today announced the release of its enhanced BTM410/411 and BTM420/421 Bluetooth radio modules.
Laird Technologies Introduces Enhanced LT2510 Proprietary 2.4 GHz Wireless Radio Module Product Family
Laird Technologies announced the introduction of its enhanced LT2510 Proprietary 2.4GHz Wireless Radio Module product family. The product series includes model numbers PRM110, PRM111, PRM112, PRM113, PRM120, PRM121, PRM122, and PRM123.
13.56MHz Mifare RFID Reader Writer ideal for Access Control
DAILY RFID has recently launched 13.56MHz Mifare RFID Reader Writer, designed as a plug-and-play device with USB or RS232 Interface. It can be easily installed for access control application either indoor or outdoor environments.
RFID Hospital Management System provides Automated Data Capture
DAILY RFID has launched HF RFID Solution Kit for hospital management, including the RFID tags and readers for instant deployment. The RFID solution kit improves patient safety and hospital efficiency by automated data capture.
Fairchild Semiconductor’s TinyLogic Family Tackles New Role as Power Saver
With a 15 percent growth in mobile phones expected in 2011 and consumers’ increased reliance on feature-rich mobile phones for daily life, there is a growing need for longer and longer battery life. As an innovative way of addressing this, Fairchild Semiconductor’s Low ICCT gate TinyLogic devices provide solutions to reduce the potential of hidden power consumption that can occur in mixed supply voltage mobile designs in feature-rich mobile p...