SPARK Microsystems introduces its second-generation ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless transceiver, the SR1120. The SR1120 extends SPARK’s established performance leadership in data delivery while enabling significantly lower power consumption, latency, and better interference robustness compared to Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and 2.4 GHz radios. SPARK UWB’s data throughput leadership versus Bluetooth has doubled from 20X to 40X higher data rates (40.96…
Improved VNAs cover 5G FR1, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth bands
Copper Mountain Technologies is announcing the release of the new Value Series Vector Network Analyzers. The V Series will include three 2-Port, 2-Path measurement models: V0402 4.5 GHz VNA, V0602 6.5 GHz VNA, and V0902 9 GHz VNA. All models have a starting frequency of 100 kHz. These VNAs deliver highly accurate measurements with the ideal feature…
Report analyzes 6G integrated sensing and communication
ETSI releases the first Report that outlines a comprehensive analysis of advanced Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) use cases and deployment scenarios, setting the foundation for future 6G systems. This Report, ETSI GR ISC 001, developed by ETSI ISAC ISG, is a major step toward identifying the critical functional and performance requirements necessary to support…
Sequans announces production of latest LTE module
Sequans announces that its Cassiopeia CA410 module will enter mass production in the first week of April 2025. This LTE Cat 4 module has secured certifications with Southern Linc and Anterix, and complies with CBRS requirements, underscoring its readiness for deployment across diverse utility applications. In addition to the Anterix’s 900 MHz spectrum and the CBRS…
TXCO operates at 1.2 V
Aker Technology USA has released the TX21ED Series, a 1.2V Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) that is the ultimate choice for next-generation low-power applications in an era of energy-efficient and high-performance electronics. The ultra-low power TX21ED Series meets the demands for frequency stability while significantly reducing power consumption, designed for wearable devices, IoT sensors, and mobile…
Click board and module add LTE to IoT devices
Sequans announce the availability of LTE IoT 10 Click, the latest addition to MIKROE’s extensive click board ecosystem. MIKROE is renowned for its innovative hardware and software products that significantly reduce development time by adhering to proven standards. The LTE IoT 10 Click is a compact add-on board designed to provide robust LTE-M and NB-IoT…
Transceiver supports 2.4 GHz ISM and SATCOM
Semtech Corporation introduced the LR2021, the first chip in the LoRa Plus family. Incorporating a fourth-generation LoRa IP, the transceiver supports both terrestrial and SATCOM networks in the Sub-GHz, 2.4 GHz ISM bands, and licensed S-band. The transceiver is designed to be backward compatible with previous LoRa devices, ensuring seamless LoRaWAN compatibility. Additionally, it features expanded…
mmWave connectors are field replaceable
Hirose has expanded its compact coaxial connector offering with the introduction of three mmWave field replaceable solutions. Compliant with IEC 61169-32, MIL-STD-348B, and RoHS2 standards, the new mmWave connector family offers secure screw mounting and flexible cable options to simplify design and assembly. The compact field replaceable coaxial connectors feature a rugged design that ensures…
Timing device combines MEO, GEO, and LEO signal integration
VIAVI Solutions Inc. launched EdgeGM 7000, a highly resilient Edge Grandmaster Clock building on the industry-leading SecurePNT portfolio. EdgeGM 7000 offers up to 25G Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and multi-orbit SecureTimeSM altGNSSSM for the most comprehensive assurance of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services used in critical infrastructure operations worldwide. This solution will be showcased…
Dev kit lets engineers add NFC into designs
STMicroelectronics is making it easier to explore creative applications for contactless near-field communication (NFC) technology with a novel development kit featuring the new ST25R200 reader/writer IC. ST’s latest-generation ST25R200 NFC transceiver combines an advanced design for strong and clear wireless connections with low power consumption and controls for signal quality and power management. The STEVAL-25R200SA…