Nexperia, an expert in semiconductors, introduced the NBM7100 and NBM5100, innovative battery-life boosting ICs designed to extend the life of a typical non-rechargeable lithium coin-cell battery by up to 10x (compared to competing solutions). They also increase peak output current capability by up to 25x compared to what a typical coin cell can deliver without…
Rohde & Schwarz and Qualcomm to test 3GPP Rel. 17 GSO & GEO satellite chipsets
Rohde & Schwarz in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, will conduct a comprehensive set of tests for NB-IoT over non-terrestrial networks (NTN) to accurately verify two-way Internet-of-things (IoT) data across various operating modes using GSO and GEO constellations in line with the 3GPP Release 17. At the MWC Shanghai 2023, Rohde & Schwarz will hold a…
Infineon launches Edge Protect embedded security solution
Infineon Technologies has announced the launch of its Edge Protect embedded security solution. The new software solution has four categories of security configurations for customer requirements in IoT applications based on increasing security capabilities. Edge Protect is optimized for Infineon’s PSoC and AIROC family of products. The new solution also offers pre-configured product-security categories to…
The top IoT platforms of 2023
There are nearly 15.14 billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices active so far this year. That number is expected to double to 29.42 billion by 2030. Examples include wearables, smart-home and office devices, as well as automotive, medical, and industrial devices. More than 90% are connected to one another or a Cloud platform. Today, Cloud…
What is LoRa and LoRaWAN?
Many things push the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) further; one among them is LoRa—a proprietary wireless communication technology developed and owned by Semtech Corporation, which stands for extended range. The key characteristics of LoRa are super long range, low power consumption, data encryption, multiple usage, and low cost. With coverage of up to 10…
What are LoRa gateways and what types are available?
A LoRa gateway is a wireless communication technology designed for long-range, low-power communication between devices for the Internet of things (IoT). The LoRa gateway receives the data from devices, forwarding it to a network server, which manages the network and handles the data routing and processing. The gateways typically use a dedicated LoRa concentrator chip…
How does LoRa modulation enable long-range communication?
What is LoRa? LoRa (Long Range) is a wireless communication technology that sends information over long distances with low power consumption. It uses a special technique called chirp spread spectrum (CSS) modulation. Chirp Spread Spectrum operates by continuously changing the transmitted signal’s frequency over time. This varying frequency generates a waveform that resembles the sound…
The top mobile app development tools for IoT and electronics
Electronics makers often build mobile apps to control electronic devices. These are typically WiFi or Bluetooth-connected devices controlled by a smartphone. Several software frameworks and tools support the development of native or cross-platform mobile apps for iOS and Android. Some popular frameworks include React Native, Flutter, Xamarin, Swiftic, Ionic, Apache Cordova, Jquery Mobile, and Native…
Renesas expands focus in India with new NB-IoT solution
Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, has introduced an NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things) chipset specifically for the Indian market. The new RH1NS200 is an LTE NB-IoT modem chipset that’s designed to operate seamlessly on the networks of all major Indian telecommunications carriers. It’s an ideal solution to serve the Indian smart…
TI’s launches SimpleLink family for efficient Wi-Fi and IoT connections
Texas Instruments (TI) introduced a new SimpleLink family of Wi-Fi 6 companion integrated circuits (ICs) to help designers implement highly reliable, secure, and efficient Wi-Fi connections at an affordable price for applications that operate in high-density or high-temperature environments up to 105º C. The first products in TI’s new CC33xx family include devices for Wi-Fi…
Infineon and Hi-Lo Systems partner on TPM security chips
Infineon Technologies and Hi-Lo Systems, a Taiwan-based IC programming and testing company, announced a partnership to work on Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security chips. Hi-Lo Systems has officially become an Associated Partner of Infineon in the Greater China market and will provide firmware update programming services for Infineon’s OPTIGA TPMs. This will help accelerate time-to-market…
What are the top 4G modems available in India?
Are you building something that requires a GSM/GPRS modem or looking for a GSM modem for your next IoT project? GSM modems are widely used in several connected devices and applications. GSM is an acronym for Global Systems for Mobile, and GPRS refers to a General Packet Radio Service. A GSM module is a device…
What to expect from the IoT in 2023
The Internet of things (IoT), which includes the billions of devices now connected to the internet, has developed substantially over the past few years. IoT has become integral to several technologies and businesses. In fact, the number of active IoT devices has increased from 11.28 billion to 13.14 billion between 2021 and 2022. And the…
STMicroelectronics releases STM32 programming and debugging probe
STMicroelectronics’ STLINK-V3PWR is a new in-circuit debugging and programming probe that provides accurate power measurement suitable for applications running on any STM32 microcontroller (MCU). Having a wide dynamic range to handle power-conscious projects including IoT and wireless applications, the probe measures current values from nanoamps to 500mA and remains accurate up to ±0.5%. It can also supply…
Renesas’ cellular-to-cloud kits now connect to Microsoft Azure cloud services
Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, announced that its cellular-to-cloud development kits (powered by Renesas’ 32-bit microcontrollers) fully support Microsoft’s popular Azure cloud services. The two Cloud Kits — the CK-RA6M5 and CK-RX65N — enable users to readily connect and manage wireless IoT devices via the cloud. With these latest updates, IoT…
How to send SMS alerts from ESP32 without a GSM modem
Imagine sending SMS alerts from a microcontroller without interfacing with a GSM/GPRS module. It’s now possible, thanks to the Internet of things and IoT-capable microcontroller boards. IoT development boards can access the internet and send SMS to a registered number through web services. One such web service is Twilio. Twilio is a communication API for…
Infineon’s new AIROC combines Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth for extended battery life
Infineon Technologies has announced the new AIROC CYW43022 ultra-low power, dual-band Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth combo, extending its broad portfolio of existing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth products. The CYW43022 ultra-low power architecture delivers industry-leading performance, with up to a 65% reduction in power usage during “deep sleep,” significantly extending battery life for applications such as smart…
STMicroelectronics expands STM32U5 series for IoT and embedded applications
STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor provider serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has expanded its STM32 family of advanced microcontrollers (MCUs) with extra STM32U5 devices that raise performance while squeezing power consumption for longer runtimes and energy efficiency. The STM32U5 has also received NIST embedded random-number entropy source certification — the industry’s first to…
STMicroelectronics launches ultra-compact NB-IoT industrial modules
STMicroelectronics ST87M01 ultra-compact and low-power modules combine highly reliable NB-IoT data communication with accurate and resilient GNSS geo-location capability for IoT devices and assets. The fully programmable, certified LTE Cat NB2 NB-IoT industrial modules cover worldwide cellular frequency bands and integrate advanced security features. As one of the first IoT cellular products worldwide offered in accordance…
How to send MQTT data from ESP32/ESP8266 to Raspberry Pi
It’s possible to set up a do-it-yourself home automation system with an ESP board and Raspberry Pi (RPi). Both offer Wi-Fi connectivity and can easily communicate via a home network. However, a communication protocol is required for wireless communication for devices operating in a wider network. Since conventional internet protocols like HTTP are typically too…