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Infineon to buy Cypress Semiconductor for $10 billion
The deal continues a larger trend of major semiconductor acquisitions in 2019.
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5G chipset introduced for first wave of high-end 5G smartphones
The chipset supports standalone and non-standalone sub-6 GHz low-bandwidth networks.
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NXP to acquire Marvell’s Wi-Fi business
The $1.76 billion deal will allow NXP to deliver a range of wireless connectivity options to numerous markets.
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A better aluminum electrolytic capacitor: Here is what you need to know about the latest flat prismatics
The fairly recent development of flat, rectangular (prismatic), aluminum electrolytic capacitors is helping circuit designers achieve low profiles, space and weight savings, especially at high application voltages.
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USB-C chargers for power adapter OEMs
The devices power up to 100 W and consolidates different interfaces.
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Molex will manufacture Element14 crowd-sourced sensor boards
The Dream Sensor Board program permits community members to crowd-source the optimal combination of sensor modules. Molex will then review the crowd-sourced designs and manufacture boards to the community's specifications.
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Vishay Intertechnology miniature IR receivers deliver improved performance in innovative packaging
The new devices offer increased robustness to optical and RF emissions for remote control applications.
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STMicroelectronics to present training workshops at Sensors Expo
Electronics and semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics will present three training workshops at Sensors Expo & Conference 2019 taking place June 25-27 in San Jose, California.
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IMS2019: MACOM showcases product portfolio aimed at enabling the future of 5G
MACOM will showcase its GaN-on-Silicon portfolio, millimeter-wave portfolio and other high-performance MMIC and diode products at IMS2019.
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Marvell to acquire ASIC maker Avera Semiconductor
The deal includes a long-term wafer supply agreement with Globalfoundries.
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Eight-port switch supports Power-over-Ethernet for smart lighting systems
The switches can be used in offices, hospitals and hotels.
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GaN-ready magnetics for high-frequency switching
TT Electronics has introduced a line of magnetics optimized for both performance and size in high-frequency switching applications.
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Semiconductor revenues to decline in 2019 due to trade war and excess inventories
However, growth will return in 2020.
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Samsung details bleeding-edge 3 nm gate-all-around process technology
The company also revealed its updated foundry roadmap.
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MEMS inertial sensor launched for smart structural monitoring
The sensors can record vibrations and changes in wind turbines, bridges and high-rises.
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Advances in quantum communication could improve quantum computing
Two breakthroughs achieved by University of Chicago physicists and molecular engineers have expanded knowledge of quantum communication and provided new tools for realizing the technology’s promise.
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Sensor module simplifies internet of things development for makers
ST Microelectronics’ SensorTile.box platform can connect smart devices to the cloud for data capture and analysis.
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High-resolution holographic microscope is 3D printed
The portable, robust high-resolution microscope could increase access to low-cost medical diagnostic services.
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Cree to invest $1 billion to expand SiC capacity
An expanded advanced manufacturing campus will accelerate industry transition from silicon to silicon carbide to meet EV and 5G market demand.
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SiC devices for power applications in production
Microchip has introduced a new series to add to its portfolio of power management ICs.
