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New MCUs Shaped by Embedded Application, Not a Single Performance Curve

New MCUs Shaped by Embedded Application, Not a Single Performance Curve

New microcontrollers from ST, Infineon, and Nuvoton highlight how the MCU market is expanding sideways rather than moving along on a general industry standard for performance.


News Dec 11, 2025 by Arjun Nijhawan
Upgraded MOSFETs Target Power Density, Safety, and Efficiency

Upgraded MOSFETs Target Power Density, Safety, and Efficiency

Rohm, Littelfuse, and Ideal Semiconductor each introduced high-performance MOSFETs.


News Dec 11, 2025 by Jake Hertz
5 Research Breakthroughs Push the Boundaries of Photonic Computing

5 Research Breakthroughs Push the Boundaries of Photonic Computing

Recent advances in photonic platforms, memory architectures, and optical switching demonstrate an evolving space for optical computing.


News Dec 10, 2025 by Luke James
Sensibel Eval Kits Support First Studio-Quality Optical MEMS Microphone

Sensibel Eval Kits Support First Studio-Quality Optical MEMS Microphone

Announced today, the Aurora and Polaris development kits enable designs for the company’s studio-grade optical MEMS microphone.


News Dec 10, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Gigadevice Introduces Dual-Voltage NOR Flash for Wearables, AI, and More

Gigadevice Introduces Dual-Voltage NOR Flash for Wearables, AI, and More

The company optimized the device's dual-voltage design for high-speed, low-power 1.2 V SoC applications.


News Dec 09, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Rohm Unwraps High-Precision Optical Sensor Leveraging VCSEL Technology

Rohm Unwraps High-Precision Optical Sensor Leveraging VCSEL Technology

The compact analog photoreflector targets high-speed object and line detection.


News Dec 08, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Three New Automotive ICs Target Noise, Precision, and Control

Three New Automotive ICs Target Noise, Precision, and Control

A new wave of automotive ICs may tackle the complex mix of precision sensing, high-speed signaling, and compact actuation inside modern EVs and ICEs.


News Dec 08, 2025 by Luke James
Nordic Semi Unveils Bluetooth LE SoC for Next Gen Healthcare Wearables

Nordic Semi Unveils Bluetooth LE SoC for Next Gen Healthcare Wearables

The new low-power BLE SoC targets medical designs such as wearable biosensors and glucose monitors.


News Dec 05, 2025 by Duane Benson
TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

A bandgap reference, an error amplifier, and an output transistor in one three-pin device. It's still a staple after nearly five decades.


News Dec 05, 2025 by Luke James
Melexis Introduces First Automotive SMD Infrared Temperature Sensor

Melexis Introduces First Automotive SMD Infrared Temperature Sensor

NTC thermistors work well enough—until they don't. Melexis is picking up the slack with the first automotive-qualified infrared thermometer available as an SMD.


News Dec 04, 2025 by Austin Futrell
Five Design Wins Redefining Edge Intelligence, Connectivity, and Power

Five Design Wins Redefining Edge Intelligence, Connectivity, and Power

This roundup covers collaborations driving progress in AI processing, IoT radios, 5G NTN conformance, Auracast audio hardware, and indoor-light energy harvesting.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korean semiconductor giants—like Samsung and SK hynix—are shifting focus from traditional memory to AI-driven tech, such as HBM, amid global competition, US controls, and government support.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Gordon Feller
SiTime Introduces Jamming- and Spoofing-Resistant Precision Oscillator

SiTime Introduces Jamming- and Spoofing-Resistant Precision Oscillator

With an eye on aerospace and defense applications, SiTime designed the new oscillator—announced today—with multi-layer reliability for GNSS receivers.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Duane Benson
Microsoft Announces New Custom CPU Powered by Arm

Microsoft Announces New Custom CPU Powered by Arm

Azure Cobalt 200 aims to deliver a 50% performance gain over its predecessor for real-world cloud workloads.


News Dec 02, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Taoglas Upgrades Antenna Tool With AI Modeling, PCB Templates, and More

Taoglas Upgrades Antenna Tool With AI Modeling, PCB Templates, and More

Taoglas has rolled out a major update to its Antenna Integrator tool, adding AI-enhanced modeling, realistic PCB-shape templates, and new export features aimed at tightening collaboration between electrical and mechanical teams.


News Dec 01, 2025 by Luke James
Wolfspeed Launches 1200 V SiC Six-Pack Power Modules Targeting E-Mobility

Wolfspeed Launches 1200 V SiC Six-Pack Power Modules Targeting E-Mobility

The Gen-4 modules aim to increase current capability and extend e-mobility inverter lifetime.


News Dec 01, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Analog Devices Rolls Out Rail-to-Rail Amplifier With Low Supply Current

Analog Devices Rolls Out Rail-to-Rail Amplifier With Low Supply Current

ADI built the new dual amplifier to improve low-power, single-supply designs.


News Nov 28, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Toshiba Adds Zener Diode Series for Better Circuit Reliability

Toshiba Adds Zener Diode Series for Better Circuit Reliability

The CMXBxxA Zener diode lineup also cuts leakage and simplifies upgrades for power line protection.


News Nov 27, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Qualcomm Ruggedizes New Processors for Industrial PCs at the Edge

Qualcomm Ruggedizes New Processors for Industrial PCs at the Edge

The chips are Qualcomm's first industrial-grade PC processors built for PLCs, panel PCs, and edge controllers with support for Windows.


News Nov 26, 2025 by Luke James
ST’s New IMU Takes Low-g, High-g, and Everything Between in Stride

ST’s New IMU Takes Low-g, High-g, and Everything Between in Stride

The IMU pairs low-g and high-g sensing with edge AI to capture subtle motion and severe shocks in demanding industrial environments.


News Nov 25, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell