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This article discusses an intelligent power switch that automatically connects one of two input voltage supplies to a…

This article discusses an intelligent power switch that automatically connects one of two input voltage supplies to a common output node.

In this teardown, we disassemble a game-streaming device called the Steam Link.

In this teardown, we disassemble a game-streaming device called the Steam Link.

IDT’s new MicroClock programmable clock generator is a 3-channel (3-PLL-architecture), low-power, user-programmable…

IDT’s new MicroClock programmable clock generator is a 3-channel (3-PLL-architecture), low-power, user-programmable clock, intended for handheld and wearable devices.

In this News Brief, we take a look at CUI’s new high-density AC/DC power supplies housed in low-profile open-frame packages.

In this News Brief, we take a look at CUI’s new high-density AC/DC power supplies housed in low-profile open-frame packages.

A new MEMS capacitive barometric pressure sensor, from InvenSense, is said to be the industry's lowest-noise and…

A new MEMS capacitive barometric pressure sensor, from InvenSense, is said to be the industry's lowest-noise and lowest-power pressure sensor.

In this teardown, we unlock an electronic touchpad keyless entry door lock system to learn some of its secrets.

In this teardown, we unlock an electronic touchpad keyless entry door lock system to learn some of its secrets.

It is probably unlikely the car was launched with its full suite of electronics on board, but just for fun, let’s take…

It is probably unlikely the car was launched with its full suite of electronics on board, but just for fun, let’s take a look at what would happen if a fully outfitted, typical Tesla Roadster were sent into space.

Called a Micro PMU, this IC from Analog Devices offers a 3A buck regulator and a 3A ultralow-noise LDO in a single package.

Called a Micro PMU, this IC from Analog Devices offers a 3A buck regulator and a 3A ultralow-noise LDO in a single package.

Texas Instruments recently released their new SMBus multi-chemistry battery buck-boost charge controller for rechargeable…

Texas Instruments recently released their new SMBus multi-chemistry battery buck-boost charge controller for rechargeable battery systems that require high-efficiency solutions.

Maxim Integrated recently announced their new series of linear regulators that maintain ±1% output accuracy over a wide…

Maxim Integrated recently announced their new series of linear regulators that maintain ±1% output accuracy over a wide operating temperature range with only 12µVrms of noise.

In this teardown, we open up the Ding Home Package, by zmodo, to see what we can find.

In this teardown, we open up the Ding Home Package, by zmodo, to see what we can find.

There's a new standard for the air! Focused on user experience, IEEE 802.11ax-2019 promises to have you loving your Wi-Fi…

There's a new standard for the air! Focused on user experience, IEEE 802.11ax-2019 promises to have you loving your Wi-Fi even more! This article takes a look at the proposed standard.

In this teardown, we disassemble a powered 1x2 HDMI splitter (one input to two outputs) that supports a multitude of data…

In this teardown, we disassemble a powered 1x2 HDMI splitter (one input to two outputs) that supports a multitude of data transfer resolutions, including 1080P, UHD/4K, and 3D.

A new DC/DC converter that offers boost, SEPIC, and voltage inverting functionality, making it suitable for a variety of…

A new DC/DC converter that offers boost, SEPIC, and voltage inverting functionality, making it suitable for a variety of applications from automotive to telecom to portable electronics.

STMicroelectronics introduces their new family of micropower high-precision voltage reference ICs.

STMicroelectronics introduces their new family of micropower high-precision voltage reference ICs.

Texas Instruments recently announced a new nanopower, dual-channel, programmable sensor monitor to help designers…

Texas Instruments recently announced a new nanopower, dual-channel, programmable sensor monitor to help designers optimize system power.

A couple of AR reference designs showcased at CES 2018 demonstrate how the barriers to entry are coming down for smart…

A couple of AR reference designs showcased at CES 2018 demonstrate how the barriers to entry are coming down for smart glasses and HMDs.

Diodes Incorporated announces two new adjustable constant-current LED controllers that accept input voltages ranging from…

Diodes Incorporated announces two new adjustable constant-current LED controllers that accept input voltages ranging from 4.5V to 60V.

A new, smaller, and more versatile DC/DC step-down voltage regulator that's designed for noisier applications such as…

A new, smaller, and more versatile DC/DC step-down voltage regulator that's designed for noisier applications such as avionics, factory automation, and industrial robotics.