Recent #Bluetooth news in the semiconductor industry

2 months ago

➀ A hidden feature in ESP32 microcontrollers, widely used in IoT devices, poses potential security risks including device spoofing, data theft, and malware installation.

➁ This vulnerability stems from the undocumented commands in the Bluetooth Host Controller Interface (HCI) protocol, which could allow attackers to bypass standard security checks and compromise critical systems.

➂ Recommendations to mitigate risks include auditing firmware, disabling unused Bluetooth services, ensuring secure firmware updates, and implementing strong authentication mechanisms.

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3 months ago

➀ Texas Instruments has released a wearable biosensing Holter reference design for continuous vital sign monitoring. It measures ECG, heart rate, respiration, pace pulse, temperature, and motion.

➁ The design includes an AFE159RP4 for low-power, high-resolution ECG acquisition and a TMP119 for body temperature monitoring. Data is transmitted via Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3.

➂ The reference design supports multiple battery options and offers up to six days of operation, making it suitable for medical sensor patches and wearable fitness devices.

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3 months ago

➀ ST has introduced the STM32WBA6x series of wireless MCUs, designed for secure Bluetooth, Zigbee, and other 2.4GHz communications.

➁ The controllers feature a 100MHz Arm Cortex-M33 core with floating-point and DSP extensions, and support for high sensitivity and power output.

➂ The series includes options for concurrent multi-protocol working and single-protocol use, with various peripherals and package options.

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3 months ago

➀ This reference design, TIDA-010288, from Texas Instruments is designed for real-time monitoring of vital signs like ECG, heart rate, respiration, etc., using edge AI.

➁ The design integrates high-performance components including AFE159RP4 for ECG signal acquisition and MSPM0 MCU for real-time arrhythmia classification.

➂ Data is transmitted via Bluetooth LE 5.3, enabling real-time visualization and analysis on remote devices such as smartphones or medical systems.

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3 months ago

➀ Silex Technology America, Inc. has launched the SX-PCEBE, the world's first embedded radio module supporting Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Bluetooth 5.3.

➁ The module is equipped with Qualcomm’s QCC2076 SoC and supports dual-band simultaneous operation across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz.

➂ It is designed for AI-driven devices and works seamlessly on platforms like NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and NXP.

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4 months ago

➀ Panasonic has introduced a new Bluetooth and Matter module, the PAN B511-1C, built around Nordic's nRF54L15 chip.

➁ The module features a 128MHz Arm Cortex-M33 microcontroller, 1.5Mbyte of non-volatile Rram, and 256kbyte of ram, with built-in antenna and various interfaces.

➂ It is scheduled for production in June and is certified for multiple regulatory standards. The module is available in three versions and supports a wide range of applications.

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4 months ago

➀ u-blox recently introduced six new NORA-B2 Bluetooth Low Energy module variants, integrating Nordic Semiconductor's nRF54L Series of ultra-low power wireless Systems-on-Chip (SoCs).

➁ These new modules offer lower power consumption, higher processing efficiency, and enhanced security features, making them suitable for various IoT applications.

➂ The NORA-B2 series includes four types with varying capabilities, all meeting PSA Certified Level 3 security standards.

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4 months ago

➀ Rajguru Electronics推出的ADIY HLK-B50 TTL模块是一款小巧而强大的设备,专为微控制器、传感器或物联网项目设计,通过UART实现平滑通信。

➁ 模块支持宽电压范围(3.5V至6V),配备32位ARM Cortex M3核心,主频高达48MHz,并具备蓝牙BLE 5.0功能,支持透明数据传输。

➂ 模块适用于多种应用,包括健康监测、音频设备和移动系统通信,确保可靠且安全的数据传输。

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4 months ago

➀ Microchip Technology has developed a reference design for a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) gateway for thermostats, utilizing BLE 5.2 and Wi-Fi technologies.

➁ This design includes a PIC32CZ CA microcontroller-based gateway and RNBD451 BLE modules, supporting multi-node BLE connectivity and cloud-enabled monitoring.

➂ The design facilitates rapid prototyping and development, reducing costs and development time while supporting various use cases like smart home automation, healthcare monitoring, and industrial IoT applications.

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9 months ago
➀ Infineon Technologies has introduced a new series of Bluetooth Low Energy microcontrollers and modules, the AIROC CYW20829 family, targeting automotive, industrial IoT, and consumer electronics applications. ➁ The new products offer high integration, reducing BOM costs and device footprints, and include features like secure boot, secure execution environments, and cryptography acceleration. ➂ The CYW20829 family supports Bluetooth 5.4 functionalities, such as Periodic Advertising with Responses (PAwR), and is designed for applications like car access and wireless battery management systems.
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10 months ago
➀ The design integrates microcontroller technology with Bluetooth connectivity for efficient and customizable LED control; ➁ Suitable for residential and commercial environments, these LEDs can transform and adapt spaces to suit various moods and activities; ➂ The reference design from Microchip effectively integrates a buck LED driver with a PIC16F15313 8-bit Microcontroller, facilitating an intelligent LED lighting solution.
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