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Students to benefit from Wokingham-based Semiconductor Giant
A newly-refurbished laboratory was opened today at the University of Reading – thanks to a £40,000 investment from Microchip Technology Inc.
Emerson Network Power named 2007 Meritorious Performance Supplier by Sun Microsystems
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, was named Meritorious Performance Supplier for Power in Sun Microsystems' 2007 Supplier Awards program. The Supplier Awards recognize companies that make outstanding contributions to Sun's record of delivering superior technology, quality service and excellent value to its customers.
SST and Insyde Software Unveil FlashMate Technology Enabling new Mobile Computing Usage Models
SST and Insyde Software Corp., a leading provider of UEFI-based firmware, BIOS and engineering services, today announced the joint development of FlashMate technology, enabling new usage models to notebook PC consumers that will revolutionize their portable computing experience. FlashMate technology utilizes a fully integrated hardware, firmware and software architecture to provide alternative hybrid-drive functionality to notebooks and total acc...
PLL synthesizer operates up to 6GHz
Analog Devices has announced the ADF4157, a new high frequency, fractional-N PLL synthesizer for applications that require low phase noise and ultra-fine-tuning resolution, such as satellite communications, private mobile radios (PMR), instrumentation and wireless base station equipment, including those that support GSM, PCS, DCS, WiMAX, CDMA and W-CDMA networks. The 25-bit fixed-modulus divider provides for ultra-fine frequency resolution.
FTDI strengthens distribution of USB connectivity semiconductor devices in Korea
Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) announces it has signed a non-exclusive distribution agreement with Analog World Co. The agreement covers all of FTDI’s USB connectivity ICs, including its latest intelligent USB Host bridge device, Vinculum. “We are pleased to be signing this agreement with AWC.” comments Steve Huang, Asia Pacific Regional Manager, FTDI. “AWC has an enviable position as a leading professional semicon...
TI wireless technology to support Microsoft Health Vault Platform
Texas Instruments today announced that it is working with Microsoft Corp. to bundle software on TI’s wireless products that will enable connected consumer health devices to operate easily with Microsoft HealthVault, a newly launched consumer health platform. TI’s decision will help enable connected health devices that consumers can use to search, store and connect their health information, simplifying management of their health and wellness.
±1C Remote and Local Temperature Sensors from TI have n-Factor and Series Resistance Correction
Texas Instruments today introduced what it says is the industry’s smallest remote junction temperature sensors with a built-in local temperature sensor. The single remote channel TMP421 and dual remote channel TMP422 provide remote sensor accuracy of ±1C (maximum) and a local temperature sensor range of ±1.5C (maximum). Both sensors are RoHS compliant and can be used in numerous applications including LCD/DLP/LCOS projectors, ...
Avago Technologies First to Offer SerDes Supporting Intel QuickPath Interconnect
Avago Technologies has announced the first availability of silicon-proven SerDes IP compliant with the Intel QuickPath interconnect. By demonstrating Intel QuickPath interconnect support in 90nm CMOS, Avago enables server manufacturers to implement ASIC solutions for Intel-based computing applications while ensuring that customers meet performance, time to market, and manufacturability goals.
ACAL Technology signs Wolfson Microelectronics
ACAL Technology has signed a technical distribution agreement for the UK, Ireland and Benelux with Wolfson Microelectronics for its mixed-signal IC range. This agreement covers inventory and technical support for geographic accounts and is complementary to the existing Wolfson direct sales force, enabling Wolfson to extend its reach to a broader customer base in the region.
Fibre optic sensor from Contrinex
Contrinex has developed a multiple beam, diffuse, fibre optic sensor to solve the problem of capturing, counting and controlling small components produced by modern, high performance manufacturing machinery.