Nordic Semiconductor nRF52 Series-based Bluetooth Smart modules provide unparalleled processor performance for complex wireless applications

Argenox Technologies’ AGX-832 module employs Nordic Semiconductor’s next generation nRF52832 SoC to allow manufacturers to easily develop complex, Bluetooth Smart connected products for automation and control, sensor, and beacon applications Oslo, Norway 2016/05/03 Ultra low power (ULP) RF specialist Nordic Semiconductor ASA (OSE: NOD) today announces that McKinney, Texas-based Argenox Technologies has selected Nordic’s next…

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The Importance of Average Power Consumption to Battery Life

By Torbjørn Øvrebekk April 29, 2016 Smartphone battery life remains a frustration for many users. The same problem applies to a wide range of IoT devices. Although it’s easy to bury yourself in detail seeking a perfect solution, it’s important not to lose sight of the broader picture. To ensure reliable long-term operation of your…

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Introducing u-blox 8 module series

Thalwil, Switzerland – April 27, 2016 – u-blox, a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, announces the release of its u-blox 8 module series. It follows the launch in January of the u-blox 8 GPS/GLONASS receiver platform, an update of the u‑blox 7 platform. The new u-blox 8 module portfolio addresses power sensitive usage,…

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Knowles directional couplers from DLI for turnkey or custom designs

The new series of Directional Couplers from Knowles brand, DLI, provides another example of how high permittivity, temperature stable materials can reduce size/weight and provide excellent performance repeatability. These small size Directional Couplers are manufactured using DLI’s precision Thin Film technology and offer a great option for microwave systems in commercial, military and space applications….

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Bluetooth Smart activity wearable monitors blood flow to track dynamic heart rate

The ID 107 from DO Technology comes in a wristband form factor and uses Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF51822 SoC to wirelessly monitor heart rate while also reporting a range of health data including steps taken, calories burned, and sleep. Oslo, Norway 2016/04/28 Nordic Semiconductor today announces that China-based Shenzhen DO Intelligent Technology Co (DO Technology) has…

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Taoglas GRS.01 Maverick

GRS.01 Maverick GPS/GLONASS/Beidou Smart Antenna Receiver System Taoglas latest complete receiver & antenna system for GNSS applications, the GRS.01 Maverick. It is the most advanced small form factor smart antenna in the UAV market today. It features a u-blox M8 multi-GNSS engine and an integrated wide-band 35mm dielectric ceramic patch http://bit.ly/1XW15VQ GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou, and QZS Easy integration…

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Internet of Things: Beyond the Hype

By Pål Kastnes April 26, 2016 – http://blog.nordicsemi.com/ The amount of connected devices is projected to grow from 2 billion objects in 2006 to 200 billion by 2020. That’s the equivalent of 26 smart devices for every person on the planet! The time to sit up and take notice is now, so let’s take a look…

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NB-IoT / CAT M2 standard nears completion

By Simon Glassman – Senior Principal, Strategic Partnerships Courtesy of www.radio-electronics.com IoT is fast becoming a reality, and requirements including narrow bandwidth, low power and reliable connectivity are all issues – hear how NB-IoT is addressing these problems. For the last couple of years, u-blox has cooperated with Vodafone and Huawei to develop and demo the new…

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3GPP APPROVES LOWER POWER CLASS 5 (20 DBM) FOR NB-IOT APPLICATIONS

By Graham Prophet – Courtesy of www.edn-europe.com Wireless and positioning-systems vendor u-blox (Thalwil, Switzerland), together with collaborator and IoT connectivity company Neul (Cambridge, UK) reports success in promoting the concept of an extra power class for devices used in Narrowband-IoT (NB-IoT) applications. As a result, a maximum transmit power of 20 dBm has been approved on…

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Nordic Semiconductor nRF52 Series-based Bluetooth Smart modules offer greater processing power, lower power consumption and better sensitivity

Taiyo Yuden modules employ Nordic nRF52832 SoC – the world’s most powerful Bluetooth Smart single-chip solution – and ease development of wireless healthcare, wearable, and Internet of Things solutions Oslo, Norway 2016/04/25 Nordic Semiconductor today announces that Tokyo, Japan-based electronic component and wireless module manufacturer, Taiyo Yuden, has selected Nordic’s nRF52832 Bluetooth® Smart System-on-Chip (SoC)…

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