Edge AI vision system developed for smart cities and IIoT

Leopard Imaging has partnered with Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) to develop the GS500 AI vision system, designed to enhance smart cities and industrial automation. The GS500 AI vision system boasts the cutting-edge GS500-MIPI camera, featuring Sony’s world-first intelligent vision sensor,…

ROHM introduces op amp to address miniaturisation trend

ROHM has introduced an ultra-compact CMOS operational amplifier (op amp), the TLR377GYZ, with a voltage range of 1.8V to 5V. This op amp is designed specifically for amplifying signals from sensors, such as those measuring temperature, pressure, and flow rate,…

Essence SmartCare integrates device with service providers

Essence SmartCare, part of the Essence Group, a company manufacturing IOT remote care solutions, has announced the integration of its Umbrella mPERS device with major North American monitoring service providers: Affiliated Monitoring, AvantGuard/Armstrong’s Monitoring, and Rapid Response Monitoring. This integration…

How will IoT drive smart infrastructure management?

Phil Beecher, President and CEO of Wi-SUN Alliance outlines how IoT can support smart infrastructure management In my previous columns, I’ve talked about the importance of network interoperability for various use cases that utilise IoT technologies, from smart farming to…

5G-powered public buildings could save £580 million in the UK

New research for Vodafone UK highlights the substantial cost and energy savings that 5G-powered technologies can bring to public buildings such as schools, hospitals, and leisure centres. Conducted by WPI Strategy, the modelling shows that implementing digital twins, IoT, and…

Smart meter rollout: Addressing challenges

The smart meter rollout, a critical component of modernising energy infrastructure and meeting countries’ goals of net zero, can be a complex endeavour. Although smart meters have advantages such as improved energy efficiency, better grid reliability and real-time data, widespread…

Ezurio releases module powered by Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4

Ezurio recently unveiled the Sona IF513 module featuring Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4. Designed to address the stringent demands of contemporary IoT applications, the Sona IF513 offers exceptional wireless performance, robust security features, and effortless integration capabilities. Powered by Infineon’s…

Silicon Labs’ SoC picked for smart switch

Silicon Labs has announced that its MG21 2.4 GHz wireless System-on-Chip (SoC) has been chosen by SONOFF for its new ZBMicro smart switch, the Micro Zigbee USB Smart Adaptor. The ZBMicro represents a significant advancement in smart home technology. Serving…

598 million IoT antennas shipped in 2023, according to Berg Insight

Berg Insight has published a new report focusing on antennas for cellular IoT devices. While antennas are fundamentally simple passive components, their implementation presents numerous challenges. The intricacies of RF design demand a profound understanding of electromagnetic principles, signal integrity,…

Hayo launches IoT platform for MNOs and enterprises

Hayo has unveiled its global IoT platform. This platform supports both Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and consumer IoT applications, and is available for use by mobile network operators (MNOs) and enterprises alike. MNOs can white label and resell Hayo’s platform under their…