Compact wireless charger modules with an integrated antenna board allow developers to add wireless power supply functionality to smaller devices such as smart tags/cards or PC peripherals. The BP3621 (transmitter) and the BP3622 (receiver) are available from Rohm Semiconductor.
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Torex expands its low quiescent current inductor range
Inductors with a built-in, step-down DC/DC converter make up the XCL232 series from Torex Semiconductor.
Voice-activated medallion serves as a wireless virtual assistant
Powered by Syntiant’s NDP101 low power edge AI processor, a medallion developed by Zinfanite Technologies acts as a virtual assistant. It provides hands-free functionality, wake word recognition and speech commands in a compact, waterproof device designed to be worn around the neck or attached to a shirt pocket or sleeve.
Smart eyewear glides into sleek glasses
Using a micro projection system that integrates into light glasses, ActiveLook says its NexT technology allows eyewear manufacturers to integrates augmented reality into their products without weight or size penalties.
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