All items tagged with USB-IF (30)

The Road to USB4 ...and a New USB Audio Device Class!

February 7, 2020 by Joao Martins

The Road to USB4 ...and a New USB Audio Device Class!

This year, I was really looking forward to meeting with the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, and discuss their projects for the USB4 Specification, the really big, gigantic update story on that front (at least in consumer electronics) since CES last year. The USB-IF announced the publication of the latest and greatest USB4 specification in September 2019, offering a major update to the USB architecture that complements and builds upon the existing USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 architectures. This article was published originally in The Audio Voice 264 newsletter, February 6.

Keysight Helps Accelerate Industry Adoption of USB4 Standard

February 4, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Keysight Helps Accelerate Industry Adoption of USB4 Standard

Keysight Technologies announced that the company's early research and development in high-speed digital technology will enable the industry to accelerate adoption of the recently released USB4 specification. The company confirmed it will offer cost-effective test and measurement solutions that accelerate the development, implementation and deployment of new USB4 compatible devices.

Second Generation USB PD Controller from Diodes Provides Platform for Quick Charger Solutions with Low Standby Power

January 30, 2020 by Cristina Costa

Second Generation USB PD Controller from Diodes Provides Platform for Quick Charger Solutions with Low Standby Power

Diodes Incorporated announced the availability of the AP43771 USB Type-C power delivery (PD) controller, featuring an embedded microcontroller with one-time programmable memory. When combined with Diodes Incorporated's complementary technology, the AP43771 forms the basis for offline chargers, delivering between 18W and 33W while supporting Quick Charge with extremely low standby power consumption.

USB-IF Announces Publication of USB4 Specification that Doubles Bandwidth to Extend USB Type-C Performance

September 3, 2019 by Joao Martins

USB-IF Announces Publication of USB4 Specification that Doubles Bandwidth to Extend USB Type-C Performance

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) announced the publication of the USB4 specification, a major update to deliver the next-generation USB architecture that complements and builds upon the existing USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 architectures. The USB4 architecture is based on the Thunderbolt protocol specification contributed by Intel to the USB Promoter Group. It doubles the maximum aggregate bandwidth of USB and enables multiple simultaneous data and display protocols.

The Latest Technology Updates and Smart Designs in audioXpress June 2019

May 9, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

The Latest Technology Updates and Smart Designs in audioXpress June 2019

audioXpress June 2019 includes a comprehensive market update on Working with USB-C, What Audio Developers Need to Know. Ethan Winer explains how he designed and built a Null Tester, and George Ntanavaras shares his Sigma 100 Satellite/Subwoofer loudspeaker project. Richard Honeycutt explains “How to Work With an Acoustical Consultant,” and Shannon Becker talks to Bradley Pfeifer about how “Made in USA” audio product manufacturing is making a comeback.

Cadence Announces Industry’s First Verification IP for USB4

March 15, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Cadence Announces Industry’s First Verification IP for USB4

Cadence Design Systems announced the availability of the industry’s first Verification IP (VIP) in support of the recently announced USB4 standard. The Cadence VIP for USB4 enables engineers to develop standard-compliant system-on-chip (SoC) designs, completing functional verification of the design with less effort and greater assurance that the SoC will operate as expected, enabling early adoption of the next-generation USB standard protocol.

USB Promoter Group Announces USB4 Specification Based on Thunderbolt Protocol to Extend USB Type-C Performance

March 4, 2019 by Joao Martins

USB Promoter Group Announces USB4 Specification Based on Thunderbolt Protocol to Extend USB Type-C Performance

In a surprising announcement, the USB Promoter Group announced the pending release of the USB4 specification, a major update to deliver the next generation USB architecture that compliments and builds on the existing USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 architectures. The USB4 architecture is based on the Thunderbolt protocol specification contributed by Intel Corporation. It doubles the bandwidth of USB and enables multiple simultaneous data and display protocols, increasing compatibility among USB Type-C connector-based products.

USB-IF Launches USB Type-C Authentication Program

January 2, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

USB-IF Launches USB Type-C Authentication Program

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) announced the launch of its USB Type-C Authentication Program, marking an important milestone for the optional USB security protocol. The specification defines cryptographic-based authentication for USB Type-C chargers and devices and allows USB Type-C OEMs to protect against malicious payloads and harmful power surges from non-compliant USB devices. DigiCert was selected by USB-IF to manage PKI and certificate authority services for USB Type-C Authentication.

Standards Review: USB 3, Type-C, and Thunderbolt 3 - Interfaces and Implications on Audio

December 19, 2018 by Joao Martins

Standards Review: USB 3, Type-C, and Thunderbolt 3 - Interfaces and Implications on Audio

In its Standards Review article series, audioXpress published a two-part feature about the SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 2) specification, the new USB Type-C interface, and Thunderbolt 3 technology. The second part examines how these technologies have evolved, how they work together, and the implications of USB Audio Device Class 3.0 specification, which standardized audio over USB Type-C. These two articles were originally published in audioXpress, December 2016 and January 2017.

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USB-IF Publishes HID Standard for Braille Displays

June 1, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

USB-IF Publishes HID Standard for Braille Displays

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, announced a USB HID (Human Interface Device) standard for braille displays, representing a collaborative step toward greater technological accessibility for people who are blind or have low vision. The announcement of the new standard was the result of a collaboration effort between Apple and Microsoft, and will improve accessibility for blind or low-vision users across different operating systems and hardware.

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