Prototype to production: Arduino for pro developers
Arduino has been key in turning an abstract idea into a defined product. For that reason, let's take a closer at the Arduino and how professional developers can benefit from it.
Programmable ASSPs link displays, mobile image sensors
Lattice's pASSPs combine programmable fabric and programmable I/O for customisation with high-performance MIPI D-PHY cores that can satisfy the demands of modern display and camera interface protocols.
Smartphone sales surge in 1Q16 with 3.9% growth
Gartner said that sales were driven by demand for low-cost smartphones in emerging markets and for affordable 4G smartphones, led by 4G connectivity promotion plans from CSPs in many markets.
High-isolation, low-loss RF switch operates up to 8000MHz
The IDT F2932 and F2933 devices are silicon-based, single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) switches geared for communications and public safety systems, radar and general purpose switching.
Google enters car OS race with Android N
Google has raised its game in the realm of car OS as it revealed the upcoming Android N that will come with an auto-centric variant equipped with hooks that sink much deeper into cars.
Lack of initiatives curb Indian manufacturing growth
According to an ASSOCHAM-Roland Berger study, poor infrastructure and inland logistics are two major impediments for growth India's manufacturing costs, projecting a decline of 15% by 2023.
TensorFlow algorithms power Google’s AI processors
Google has developed and is running in its data centres a custom accelerator for artificial intelligence it calls a tensor processing unit.
64bit multicore test chip powers premium smartphones
ARM unveiled its processor test chip includes IP, EDA tools, design flow and methodology to enable new customer tape-outs on TSMC's most advanced FinFET process.
Apple to open two iOS app dev’t centres in India
Apple is setting up two facilities that will focus on developing features for its products while also helping home-grown developers create innovative mobile apps.
Diamond chips oust saphhire for semicon ICs
Startup Akhan Semiconductor expects to announce a diamond semiconductor IC in a consumer product by next year, which promises to be faster, use less power, and thinner and lighter than silicon.