Compact LTE-M / NB-IoT module by u-blox has 2G fallback capability 

The LEXI-R4 is a compact module that has been customised for applications where space is limited. It has dimensions of 16 x 16mm and supports all LTE-M and NB-IoT bands with an RF output power of 23dBm. It also has the possibility to operate on a 2G network. Typical applications are small asset trackers, such as pet and personal trackers, micromobility devices and luggage tags. It is also able to encompass larger applications, such as alarm systems, vending machines and stolen vehicle recovery systems, advised u-blox. 

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Four LPDDR4X SDRAMs halve power consumption

Four SDRAMs by Alliance Memory combine low voltage operation with fast clock speeds. The fourth generation LPDDR4 SDRAMs range from 2Gbit to 16Gbit.

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High density source measure unit accelerates semiconductor characterisation

The PZ2100 series is high density precision source measure unit (SMU) that accelerates time to market with flexible software options, said Keysight. It provides 20 precision SMU channels within a 1U rack space to speed the characterisation of IC designs.

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Nordic Semiconductor PMIC for embedded BLE is available from Rutronik

The nPM1300 power management IC (PMIC) from Nordic Semiconductor is now available at Rutronik. The IC integrates essential functions required for embedded Bluetooth Low Energy designs with hard reset functions for one or two buttons, accurate battery indication, a system level watchdog, power failure warning, and recovery from a failed startup in a single device. The level of integration and compact package reduces the number of components required and simplifies system design, said Rutronik.

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