A new study by Juniper Research has found that 5G compatible smartphones will account for over 50% of smartphone sales revenue by 2025; rising to $337bn from $108bn in 2021. It urged mobile handset vendors to ensure hardware maximises the…
Why you should disable this dangerous setting on your phone
A recent survey shows that 50% of people will choose to use public WiFi instead of mobile data when they are away from home. But few users are aware of the dangers public networks may pose, and they make the…
10 insider tips from a hardware design startup
After battling pandemics, component shortages and a myriad of technical challenges in domains that range from wearables to automotive, Asaad Kaadan, Founder and CEO of Hexabitz shares 10 insider tips on leading a hardware design team that survived the rollercoaster…
The best of WiFi and LPWAN
High data rates and a simple network structure have made WiFi one of the most common wireless standards. But WiFi has a flaw – its low range. This is why the WiFi Alliance developed IEEE 802.11ah for longer-distance wireless. The…
How can manufacturers of meet the challenges of a connected world?
Adequate safety, quality and performance are no longer enough for consumers. They want Electrical and Electronic (EE) products that exceed their expectations, and in a connected world, they have the means to influence the way manufacturers and other consumers behave.…
Improving the user experience with IoT RAM
IoT and embedded applications require ever more RAM with higher bandwidths, smaller form factors and lower power consumption. For developers, this presents the question of what an ideal memory module should look like for such applications. Chen Grace Wang, Product…
There will be no Internet of Things without strong cyber security
The concept of IoT holds great potential: By connecting millions of devices to the internet we can save time and money and become more efficient, we can offer our customers more convenience, better service and much more. But no grand…
5G is a game changer for the military
Secure wireless data communication is hugely important for the military, both at home and abroad. Besides the apparent administrative use, this goes not least the military tactical communication management system. Mikkel Helweg, Business Development Manager and Terje Jensvik, Technical Manager…
Connecting cranes to The Cloud
In tough, challenging environments computer equipment must have special qualities in order to function optimally. This is especially important if the system must meet the demands of classification companies. Cargotec is one of the providers of cargo and load handling…
What does the Edge mean for IoT?
A lot has been written about the IoT revolution and how the technology has the capability to revolutionise industries, transform productivity and unlock new levels of insight. But for those intrigued by the possibilities and looking to dip their toe…