All items tagged with wireless connectivity (73)

Skyworks Enables Nordic Semiconductor High-efficiency, Long-Range Bluetooth Solutions

August 13, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Skyworks Enables Nordic Semiconductor High-efficiency, Long-Range Bluetooth Solutions

High performance analog semiconductor and wireless networking manufacturer Skyworks Solutions announced that its advanced connectivity engines are being leveraged by Nordic Semiconductor for ultra-low power wireless communications. Specifically, Nordic is utilizing Skyworks’ family of fully-integrated front-end solutions in conjunction with their multi-protocol system-on-chip (SoC) for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) and emerging Bluetooth 5 applications.

New Poly G7500 All-in-One Content and Video Conferencing Solution Introduced at InfoComm 2019

June 13, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

New Poly G7500 All-in-One Content and Video Conferencing Solution Introduced at InfoComm 2019

Poly, the global communications and collaboration company (formerly Plantronics and Polycom), announced the Poly G7500, an all-in-one solution combining content collaboration and video conferencing capabilities. The G7500 integrates advanced audio features, wireless content sharing and Ultra HD 4K video, creating an immersive audio and video experience for mid- to large-sized conference rooms. With infinite whiteboarding, users can write over content, use the screen as a whiteboard space, and capture for later use, while all attendees can share content wirelessly from any device.

NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell

May 31, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement with Marvell to acquire Marvell’s Wireless Connectivity portfolio in an all-cash, asset transaction valued at $1.76 billion. The acquisition encompasses Marvell’s Wi-Fi Connectivity Business Unit, Bluetooth technology portfolio and related assets. NXP expects the acquisition to create new revenue opportunities in its target end markets, including connected devices, automotive and communication infrastructure applications.

Shure Introduces High-Resolution Bluetooth 5 Earphone Communication Cable

November 6, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Shure Introduces High-Resolution Bluetooth 5 Earphone Communication Cable

Precisely a year after releasing Bluetooth 4.1 optional accessory cables for all its SE Earphones, Shure has now announced a new Bluetooth 5 cable that delivers high-fidelity audio, increases freedom of movement, and offers seamless communication for Shure's range of SE Sound Isolating Earphones. Using the detachable MMCX connection, the new communication cable is the next generation in Shure’s foray into Bluetooth wireless connectivity, reinforcing the value of its earphones and rewarding its user base.

Wi-Fi Alliance Announces Wi-Fi 6. A New Generational Approach to Easily Differentiate Between Wi-Fi Technologies

October 4, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Wi-Fi Alliance Announces Wi-Fi 6. A New Generational Approach to Easily Differentiate Between Wi-Fi Technologies

The Wi-Fi Alliance introduced Wi-Fi 6 as the industry designation for products and networks that support the next generation of Wi-Fi, based on 802.11ax technology. Wi-Fi 6 is part of a new naming approach by Wi-Fi Alliance that provides users with an easy-to-understand designation for both the Wi-Fi technology supported by their device and used in a connection the device makes with a Wi-Fi network. Multiple chip companies already announced enthusiastic support.

Pioneer Transforms the Wireless In-Car Experience with Flagship AVH-Z9150BT Multimedia Receiver

July 31, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Pioneer Transforms the Wireless In-Car Experience with Flagship AVH-Z9150BT Multimedia Receiver

Pioneer Electronics Asia Centre, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket car audio solutions, announced the launch of the new AVH-Z9150BT multimedia receiver, featuring built-in Wi-Fi wireless connectivity specifically designed to support a cable-free connection between the driver or passenger's smartphone and the receiver. The Pioneer AVH-Z9150BT takes the car infotainment experience to the next level by being the first receiver in Pioneer's lineup to support Apple CarPlay over wired USB and wireless, as well as Wi-Fi Certified Miracast wireless mirroring for selected Android phones.

Peter Liu from Bose and Ron Wong from Cypress Semiconductors Appointed to Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors

July 11, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Peter Liu from Bose and Ron Wong from Cypress Semiconductors Appointed to Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) announced that Peter Liu, Architect of Wearable Systems at Bose, and Ron Wong, Director, Product Marketing in the Microcontroller & Connectivity Division of Cypress Semiconductor will be joining the board of directors of the Bluetooth SIG as Associate Member Directors. The Bluetooth SIG Board of Directors is responsible for the governance of the organization and plays a vital role in driving the expansion of Bluetooth technology to address the needs of a growing number of consumer and commercial markets.

Lattice Wants Manufacturers to Replace USB Connectors with its SiBEAM Snap 12 Gbps Wireless Technology

February 21, 2018 by Joao Martins

Lattice Wants Manufacturers to Replace USB Connectors with its SiBEAM Snap 12 Gbps Wireless Technology

Lattice Semiconductor announced the expansion of its Lattice Snap wireless connector product family to support broader adoption of 60 GHz wireless technology in consumer and embedded applications. The solution allows direct replacing of physical interfaces such as USB and HDMI in consumer devices using short-range wireless technology, allowing waterproof, thinner products that are less prone to mechanical failures.

Sonova Expands SWORD 2.4GHz Wireless Chip to Advanced Bionics Cochlear Implant Sound Processors

December 29, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sonova Expands SWORD 2.4GHz Wireless Chip to Advanced Bionics Cochlear Implant Sound Processors

Following Phonak's implementation in their Audéo B-Direct range of hearing aids, allowing direct connections to any Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, and the first product to make use of Sonova’s revolutionary SWORD (Sonova Wireless One Radio Digital) chip, now also Advanced Bionics, specialized in cochlear implants, announced that they will incorporate Sonova’s SWORD technology in their solutions. Current users of the Naída CI Q90 sound processor, and future recipients, will be able to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled cell phone.

Libre Wireless Technologies Launches “MAVID”, Miniaturized Low Power Integrated Wireless Voice/Audio/IoT Device

November 3, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Libre Wireless Technologies Launches “MAVID”, Miniaturized Low Power Integrated Wireless Voice/Audio/IoT Device

At a one day industry summit focused on the Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS), Libre Wireless Technologies, announced “MAVID,” an entirely new embedded voice enabled multiprotocol wireless connectivity and IoT platform. This ultra low power and incredibly small new device incorporates a complete hardware and software solution for embedded voice, IoT, audio and wireless connectivity. The new Libre platform will enable OEMs and ODMs to build unique voice-enabled products.

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