All options are deployed when dealing with 5G radio thermal issues in base stations and handsets. Depending on the circumstance, thermal challenges are addressed using a combination of passive and active thermal management, packaging and hardware design improvements, and advanced software. This article presents a brief overview of this complex landscape. Due to the increased…

Morse Micro has announced the launch of its second-generation MM8108 System-on-Chip (SoC). Building on the first-generation MM6108 SoC, the MM8108 offers additional performance in all key areas of range, throughput, and power efficiency while reducing the cost, effort, and time to bring the next generation of Wi-Fi HaLow-enabled products to market. The SoC for sub-GHz…

Telit Cinterion receives approval for the ME310M1-W1 module from two major U.S. MNOs. The certifications enable IoT specialists and their customers to begin using the ME310M1-W1 immediately — not only in the United States but also worldwide — thanks to its comprehensive global band support. With the support of multiple technologies, including licensed and unlicensed…

5G and IoT applications can involve high densities of devices operating on similar frequencies. Designers of electronic devices regularly pay close attention to minimizing the generation of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensuring electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Minimizing electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS) can also be important for 5G and IoT devices to protect them from potential cumulative effects…

Pasternack has announced the launch of its new 1.0mm test cable assemblies. These cables deliver exceptional performance in high-frequency environments up to 110 GHz, addressing the critical needs of industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and defense, where precision and durability are paramount. The new line is designed for rigorous testing applications, offering signal clarity and…

Ceva, Inc. unveiled the Ceva-Waves Links200, the first turnkey multi-protocol platform IP to support next-generation Bluetooth High Data Throughput (HDT) technology, alongside IEEE 802.15.4 for Zigbee, Thread, and Matter. Integrating a new Ceva-developed radio designed for TSMC’s low-power 12nm process, the comprehensive Links200 solution provides a significant time-to-market advantage by removing technology barriers and risk…

Microcontrollers and wireless modules combine to add connectivity and theft-prevention features to IoT devices for automotive, industrial, medical, and smart-home use. Many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) integrate theft-prevention tracking capabilities into their IoT devices. This article reviews key trade-offs and considerations for selecting wireless tracking technologies and highlights the crucial role microcontroller units (MCUs) play…

Amazon Sidewalk uses 900 MHz to send low-bitrate messages to IoT devices. It has a more extended range than Wi-Fi and requires no base stations. Amazon Sidewalk is a free community network that provides secure, reliable connectivity for smart IoT devices. This low-bandwidth, low-power network leverages sub-GHz frequencies to transmit small data packets over distances…

If not thoughtfully and thoroughly implemented, 5G security can be a mixed bag. On the one hand, 5G has new features designed to enhance security, such as stronger encryption algorithms and better user authentication. At the same time, 5G networks face several security challenges, including new attack vectors and a larger attack surface. This article…

Modelithics is pleased to announce the release of the latest version, v24.7, of the Modelithics COMPLETE Library for the Cadence AWR Design Environment Platform. This release of the Modelithics COMPLETE Library for Cadence AWR Design Environment includesover 50 new models, representing 2,110 additional components.  With this addition, the library now represents over 28,000 components from 75+…