ICs simplify building of Bluetooth-enabled devices

Two new ICs from STMicroelectronics allow designers to connect an antenna to a Bluetooth transceiver using a single chip, making Bluetooth-enabled products simpler, smaller and easier to build.

News from Electronicstalk, 25 May 2010

ST package increases MOSFET power density

By introducing a high-performance power package, ST has increased the power density achievable with its MDmesh V power MOSFET and enabled designers to achieve slimmer power supply enclosures.

News from Electronicstalk, 5 May 2010

STMicroelectronics adds STM32L to Energylite range

STMicroelectronics has announced sampling to lead customers of the STM32L series, an ultra low-power ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller.

News from Electronicstalk, 20 April 2010

STMicroelectronics unveils digital amplifier chip

STMicroelectronics has introduced a combined audio processing and amplifier chip with features to increase performance from compact home-audio equipment.

News from Electronicstalk, 13 January 2009

Physical layer interface runs up to 6Gbit/s SATA

New multi-interface PHY delivers greater value to drive manufacturers by offering a 35% reduction in die size and 30% reduction in power consumption.

News from Electronicstalk, 21 August 2008

Clock chips cut crystal requirements

Clock-distribution ICs are the first to provide per-channel output-enable controls for precision clock management in embedded and handheld applications.

News from Electronicstalk, 25 July 2008

Colour LED driver does the work of three

24-output device drives video displays and signage comprising large numbers of high-brightness LEDs, saving costs compared with devices with fewer outputs.

News from Electronicstalk, 10 July 2008

Filtering and ESD protection come together

First device to combine filtering and ESD protection for all speaker and microphone channels in multimedia-rich cellular handsets.

News from Electronicstalk, 2 July 2008

Power Architecture MCUs upgrade automotive

New 32bit devices will support advanced functions, enable improved vehicle performance and economy, and deliver savings in development.

News from Electronicstalk, 16 June 2008

Mobile processor features image correction

Digital image processor supports a wide range of camera modules including SMIA-compatible sensors with up to 5Mpixel resolution.

News from Electronicstalk, 6 June 2008

• Convertor powers and protects blue diodes

• Configurable SoC speeds custom devices to market

• Transistors switch power supply designs

• Efficiency boost for budget IGBTs

• Companies co-operate on driver assistance

• ESD protection is made for High-Speed USB

• Flash capacity boost for ARM-based MCUs

• Serial EEPROM portfolio runs from 2 to 128Kbit

• Processor provides navigation help

• Microcontroller platform suits varied designs

• MOSFETs cut on-resistance and gate charge

• High-speed processor suits new handsets

• Motor control kit suits consumer applications

• Temperature sensors suit low-power applications

• Bluetooth/FM radio combination suits mobile phones

• Wafer share scheme brings 45nm to academia

• Power amplifier preserves audio quality

• Sensors provide new computer inferface

• Set-top box saves money and space

• Accelerometer takes CMOS interface onboard

• MOSFET cuts on-resistance to new lows

• HDMI switch allows 16bit colour depth

• Flash-based microcontroller uses 90nm technology

• Work begins on Chinese facility

• PWM controllers suit general applications

• Clamping diode handles 175C temperatures

• Chip removes LCD flicker

• Power controllers are ready for PoE expansion

• RF synthesiser covers wide frequency range

• Serial Flash runs faster

• Low-cost MCUs handle up to 24 I/Os

• Narrow package boosts serial EEPROM density

• Memory venture picks memorable name

• HDTV decoders drive Korean IPTV boxes

• Chipset puts TV in the backseat

• Academic collaboration targets automotive EMC

• Accelerometer has sense for user controls

• Power amp brings extra dimension to handset audio

• STM and Intel pool Flash expertise in new venture

• Configurable analogue IC powers motion tasks

• Physical layer interface IP is ready for 65nm

• Survey ranks EEPROM contenders

• Microcontrollers suit SIM cards

• Insulin pump on a patch makes use of MEMS

• Decoder chips support Chinese audio video standard

• Alliance targets Digital Radio Mondiale expansion

• High bit-rate wireless audio for consumer products

• HD decoder enables revolutionary box

• Column driver chips for large-format LCD screens

• Configurable chip in single or dual-core variants

• Real time clocks with self-cal facilities

• 32Mbit NOR Flash device hits the streets

• Kit cuts costs of vector control for motors

• Cable TV demodulator is improved

• NOR Flash memory on 65nm process

• Licence to thrill with 3D handset graphics

• STMicroelectronics on prize shortlist

• Chip senses ambient and coloured lights

• Reference design for wireless networked projector

• Evolving product portfolio delivers strong results

• STMicroelectronics looks to share costs at Crolles

• TV sound processors promise hi-fi performance

• 150V Schottky diodes bridge the gap

• Fourth-quarter revenues show positive signs

• Demodulator supports latest DVB-S2 specification

• ST joins to help with disk-drive standardisation

• High-side driver takes protection onboard

• Platinum-doped diodes are hot stuff

• China to host $2 billion joint memory venture

• Market adoption of megapixel imaging boosted

• Smartcard MCU aims for applications growth

• Disk-drive pre-amp handles faster datarates

• Flash devices turn to data and parameter storage

• More security for mobile multimedia processors

• Single-chip GPS receiver has MCU power to spare

• Set-top tuner meets new DVB-S2 specification

• Joint venture targets Chinese digital TV

• China welcomes support for open platforms

• Journal details latest embedded advances

• Processors ride Nokia's Series 60 Platform

• SoC simplifies high-definition box design

• MCU hosts full Trusted Computing solution

• Smart card chip answers e-passport demands

• Easy entry to microcontroller development

• Reference design speeds DVB-MHP boxes to market

• Phase-change memory promises Flash replacement

• Driver houses complete automotive H bridge

• Single-chip tuner cuts set-top box parts count