STMicroelectronics said it is now making gesture detection simpler and more affordable for mass-market applications with companion software for its VL53L5CX multi-zone ToF ranging sensor. The sensor, together with free engineering software, will enable touchless, gesture-based controls in simple, cost-conscious consumer and industrial applications.
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Fast charging ICs offer highest charging efficiencies, says Halo Microelectronics
Two fast charging ICs released by Halo Microelectronics use a dual-phase switched capacitor architecture for single cell battery applications.
Third generation HyperRAM doubles bandwidth
Simplified design and double data transfer rate have been achieved with the third generation of HyperRAM, developed by Winbond Electronics and Infineon Technologies. The collaboration has produced the higher bandwidth HyperRAM 3.0.
Barometric pressure sensor tracks at altitude
Precision and low power consumption are combined in the BMP581, said Bosch Sensortec. It is the company’s first capacitive barometric pressure sensor and the company claimed it raises the bar for accuracy and performance in mobile devices.
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