STMicroelectronics ASM330LXH inertial measurement unit
03 November, 2014STMicroelectronics has announced what it claims to be the industry's smallest 6-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) qualified for automotive applications with low noise and improved output resolution.
Sierra Wireless AirPrime HL Series modules
31 October, 2014The Sierra Wireless AirPrime HL Series modules are a small, scalable, flexible solution in a compact and easy-to-integrate form factor that is interchangeable across 2G, 3G and 4G technologies. The flexible hardware design of the modules features a choice of snap-in socket or solder-down options.
Netgear AirCard 760S 4G LTE mobile hotspot
17 July, 2014The Netgear AirCard 760S mobile hotspot, with 4G LTE connectivity, offers potential for mobile workers, travellers or families looking to expand their internet capabilities at home or on the go.
Opengear ACM5504-5-L-I LTE gateway
16 July, 2014The Opengear ACM5504-5-L-I deploys alongside distributed IT, network and power infrastructure, providing secure remote access over the 4G LTE cellular network with fall back to Telstra 850 MHz (3G). The built-in 4G LTE standard ensures high-speed, low-latency out-of-band network performance.
Globalstar Simplex SmartOne LP asset tracker
26 June, 2014The Globalstar SmartOne LP satellite asset tracker is designed for the intelligent management of powered and non-powered fixed and mobile assets. A practical solution for tracking asset location, the product reports unauthorised movement, engine run time and major fault monitoring.
Globalstar Simplex STx3 satellite module
24 June, 2014The STx3 module is the latest Simplex Transmitter Unit (STX) from Globalstar. The ultracompact device, measuring 28.70 x 20.57 x 4.13 mm, is designed to help users design and build compact and efficient communications devices where space is at a premium.
Pioneer to support new Apple CarPlay
17 April, 2014Pioneer Corporation is introducing aftermarket in-dash car multimedia systems to provide Apple CarPlay, allowing consumers the ability to upgrade the vehicle they already own to the smarter, safer and more fun way to use their iPhone in the car.
Electronics and aircraft tracking
03 April, 2014 by Mike Smyth, specialist technical writerThe missing Malaysian aircraft has, in some ways, highlighted the limitations of modern communications and the ability to keep track of all airliners during their scheduled flights. Today's aircraft safety electronics are, without doubt, at the leading edge of technology, which only deepens the mystery of what happened to the Boeing 777 on its flight to China.
Sierra Wireless AirPrime HL Series modules
10 December, 2013The Sierra Wireless AirPrime HL Series are small embedded wireless modules which offer complete pin compatibility and are interchangeable across 2G, 3G and 4G technologies. The modules include satellite navigation support with GNSS (GPS and GLONASS) and provide device manufacturers with the ability to serve different regions, across multiple network technologies, with one device design.
Fitness monitor employs Nordic Bluetooth low energy technology
18 November, 2013US start-up Hothead Technologies has specified Nordic Semiconductor's nRF8001 Connectivity chip to provide Bluetooth low energy wireless comms in the world's first fitness monitor to track body temperature in addition to conventional movement (time, speed and distance) and heart rate.
Bluetooth single chip for 3D active shutter glasses application
18 November, 2013Taiwan-based fabless semiconductor company Airoha Technology has announced the availability of its AB1128 - said to be the world's first Bluetooth single chip for 3D active shutter glasses application that supports the newly adopted Bluetooth 3D Sync profile.
Sierra Wireless AirPrime MC7304 LTE/HSPA+ module
13 November, 2013The Sierra Wireless MC7304 module is suitable for M2M applications demanding high-speed connectivity. The product operates on all LTE networks with fallback to all 3G frequencies in use in Australia/NZ.
M2M Connectivity and Kore Wireless roll out Iridium Satellite Device Developer Kit
01 November, 2013Machine-to-machine (M2M) wireless network provider Kore Wireless has partnered with M2M Connectivity, specialists in distributing wireless modules and modems for M2M communications, to give M2M developers a chance to explore the benefits of Iridium Satellite services and dual-mode services combined with GSM/3G.
Step Global Re-Placer Gold tracking device
29 October, 2013The Re-Placer Gold is a customised TM3000 tracking device which simulates the Trimble Placer 450/455 and Gold products. It offers enhancement over the Placer series through improved position accuracy (2 m), cold start times (32 s), extensive inputs and outputs and reduced power consumption (15 mA typical).
M2M technology for car insurance telematics
16 October, 2013KORE Wireless, the M2M wireless network provider, is part of an Australian-first initiative to use M2M technology for car insurance telematics. Insurance Box, now available through QBE, is the first Australian car insurance product to offer in-car telematics technology. It will utilise KORE’s M2M network throughout Australia.
