Xiaomi claims the Mi 11 Ultra is the "world’s best photography smartphone." With few technical specs published, how do designers approach such claims?
Xiaomi claims the Mi 11 Ultra is the "world’s best photography smartphone." With few technical specs published, how do designers approach such claims?
As the global chip shortage intensifies, Qualcomm is struggling to keep up with the demand for its processor chips that…
As the global chip shortage intensifies, Qualcomm is struggling to keep up with the demand for its processor chips that are used in consumer electronics.
Wireless integration is a now-common reality of most IoT designs. How can designers monolithically integrate 2.4 GHz and…
Wireless integration is a now-common reality of most IoT designs. How can designers monolithically integrate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz more seamlessly?
High-voltage electronics cause a number of issues for FETs used as load switches. A new device from Diodes Incorporated…
High-voltage electronics cause a number of issues for FETs used as load switches. A new device from Diodes Incorporated aims to tackle the long-standing issue of reverse current.
Xiaomi claims its new smartphone-compatible technology offers wireless charging at a distance—with no stands or…
Xiaomi claims its new smartphone-compatible technology offers wireless charging at a distance—with no stands or charging pads necessary.
A new crop of image sensors shows how device makers have been thinking out of the box with on-chip hardware "re-mosaic,"…
A new crop of image sensors shows how device makers have been thinking out of the box with on-chip hardware "re-mosaic," curved image sensors, and more.
Qualcomm recently unveiled Snapdragon 888, the company’s new high-end mobile platform built on the N5 process node.
Qualcomm recently unveiled Snapdragon 888, the company’s new high-end mobile platform built on the N5 process node.
Qi-certified wireless charging devices are now commonplace in the consumer market. But how exactly does Qi achieve…
Qi-certified wireless charging devices are now commonplace in the consumer market. But how exactly does Qi achieve wireless power transfer at the circuit level?
SPADs, a branch of photodetectors, are leading the way in photonics innovation.
SPADs, a branch of photodetectors, are leading the way in photonics innovation.
Samsung announced the availability of its 3D IC technology at both 7nm and 5nm. How does this technology help system designers?
Samsung announced the availability of its 3D IC technology at both 7nm and 5nm. How does this technology help system designers?
A recently-released reference design for a GaN-based QR adaptor opens a discussion: How do quasi-resonant flyback…
A recently-released reference design for a GaN-based QR adaptor opens a discussion: How do quasi-resonant flyback converters work? And what are the virtues and limitations of designing a GaN-based power converter?
This week, Qualcomm announced the release of Quick Charge 5. With it, Qualcomm says they're offering the fastest charging…
This week, Qualcomm announced the release of Quick Charge 5. With it, Qualcomm says they're offering the fastest charging capabilities ever for smartphones.
These new devices are forging innovation in image sensor technology—speeding up industrial equipment, doubling up on…
These new devices are forging innovation in image sensor technology—speeding up industrial equipment, doubling up on pixels, and capturing both visible and invisible light.
A team of researchers at Bristol University has developed an interactive display that can be sprayed in any shape.
A team of researchers at Bristol University has developed an interactive display that can be sprayed in any shape.
With an eye on 5G at the hardware level, Arm is attracting notice from Facebook, Snapchat, Google, and Netflix.
With an eye on 5G at the hardware level, Arm is attracting notice from Facebook, Snapchat, Google, and Netflix.
The leap from DDR4 and DDR5 is no incremental development. We're looking at a leap from standard frequencies of 2400 MHz…
The leap from DDR4 and DDR5 is no incremental development. We're looking at a leap from standard frequencies of 2400 MHz to 4800 MHz.
If COVID-19 really is "a massive experiment in telecommuting," Intel is showing how more robust processors—like its new…
If COVID-19 really is "a massive experiment in telecommuting," Intel is showing how more robust processors—like its new processors with built-in Wi-Fi 6—will be key to the success of remote workers.
By knowing more about lithium-ion battery degradation, engineers can define steps to improve lifetime and performance.
By knowing more about lithium-ion battery degradation, engineers can define steps to improve lifetime and performance.
Contact tracing is the next big proposal for quelling COVID-19. While some governments are proposing their own apps and…
Contact tracing is the next big proposal for quelling COVID-19. While some governments are proposing their own apps and centralized data storage, Apple and Google are offering a decentralized "opt-in" approach. What's your take?
Four institutions have worked together to use artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the development of flexible…
Four institutions have worked together to use artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the development of flexible transparent films, it has been reported.