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Smart Salt Shakers and Selfie Toasters: Meet the IoT Devices You Never Knew You Needed
- The connected economy driven by the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming daily interactions and shaping consumer payment behavior.
- Device ownership, including smartphones, smartwatches, and voice-activated speakers, influences payment preferences towards digital wallets and online shopping.
- Consumers are categorized into personas based on their affinity for connected devices, providing insights for businesses in the evolving payments landscape.
- In the world of smart devices, innovative products like LG's smart mirror refrigerator and bizarre gadgets like a Voice-Activated Commode are emerging.
- The Selfie Toaster prints your face on toast, the Smart Salt Shaker dispenses salt via a smartphone app, and the HapiFork monitors eating speed.
- The MouthPad transforms your tongue into a computer mouse, Samsung's Ballie Robot follows you around projecting videos, and the Egg Minder tracks eggs in your refrigerator.
- While IoT has driven efficiency, the comedic value of quirky smart devices like these serves as a reminder that not all connected gadgets are essential.
- As technology advances, distinguishing between genuinely useful IoT devices and novelty items becomes crucial in enhancing daily life.
- The Internet of Things continues to introduce innovative products, but discerning practicality remains key in navigating the connected future.
- In a world of interconnected devices, understanding the impact of IoT on consumer behavior and everyday life is essential for businesses to adapt and thrive.
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Collaborating to advance research and innovation on essential chips for AI
- MIT and GlobalFoundries (GF) have announced a new research agreement to pursue advancements in semiconductor technologies.
- The collaboration will focus on artificial intelligence and utilize GF's silicon photonics technology and 22FDX platform.
- MIT's Microsystems Technology Laboratories (MTL) and GF's research team will lead the collaboration.
- The partnership aims to drive research advancements and develop talent for the semiconductor industry.
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Graphene Electronics and Miniaturization: The Future of Nano-Scale Devices
- Graphene, with its exceptional properties, is revolutionizing electronics for nano-scale devices.
- Its high electrical conductivity, atomic thickness, thermal conductivity, and mechanical strength make it ideal for miniaturized electronics.
- Graphene Field-Effect Transistors (GFETs) and Graphene Nano-Ribbons (GNRs) are key in miniaturization efforts.
- Graphene-based memory solutions like Resistive RAM (RRAM) and supercapacitors show promise for high-speed and low-power applications.
- In flexible electronics, graphene enables OLEDs, sensors, and smart textiles due to its flexibility and transparency.
- Challenges include scalability, bandgap engineering, CMOS integration, and fabrication costs in graphene electronics.
- Recent breakthroughs include graphene-silicon hybrid chips, AI-assisted material design, and twistronics for superconducting states.
- The future of graphene in electronics includes applications in 5G communications, neuromorphic computing, quantum electronics, and spintronics.
- Overall, graphene holds the potential to surpass silicon in next-generation nanoelectronics, driven by ongoing research and industry collaborations.
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Smart clothes of the future: Washable, touchless, and high-tech!
- Scientists have developed a groundbreaking type of smart fabric that can be used to control electronic devices without touch.
- The fabric contains tiny, flexible "magnetoresistive" sensors that respond to magnetic fields and allow users to interact with the fabric by wearing a small magnet.
- Unlike traditional touch-sensitive fabrics, this new technology is more reliable and does not activate accidentally by rubbing against surfaces.
- The fabric is machine-washable, durable, and has various potential applications in fields such as fashion, gaming, and safety features in specialized clothing.
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Anritsu’s Test Solutions Contribute to Enhanced Communication Performance by Combining SK Telecom and POSTECH’s Antenna Expansion Technologies with AI
- Anritsu's Test Solutions Contribute to Enhanced Communication Performance by Combining SK Telecom and POSTECH's Antenna Expansion Technologies with AI
- SK Telecom and Pohang University of Science and Technology have chosen Anritsu's Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A for verifying technologies in mobile communication that combines antenna expansion with AI.
- The development aims to address the need for innovation in 5G-Advanced systems, achieving real-time AI-based optimization to solve interference problems from increased number of antennas on smartphones.
- Anritsu's MT8000A complies with 3GPP test standards and supports various tests for 5G network technologies, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge telecommunications technology.
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New Vishay Intertechnology High Voltage MLCCs Deliver Extended Capacitance for Commercial Applications
- Vishay Intertechnology introduced a new series of surface-mount multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) for high voltage commercial applications.
- The devices are available in seven case sizes from 1206 to 2225 and offer extended capacitance values.
- They are manufactured with a base metal electrode (BME) system and a dry sheet technology process.
- These MLCCs are suitable for various applications, including alternative and conventional energy generation, industrial automation, consumer appliances, and medical instrumentation.
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Cellvest Energy: Powering a Global Green Energy Revolution with Next-Gen Battery Solutions & Fin-Tech Innovation
- Cellvest Energy Private Ltd., a next-generation energy startup, is disrupting the global energy storage market.
- The startup is addressing challenges in the energy sector through a flexible financing model, providing options to rent, lease-to-own, or purchase battery solutions.
- Cellvest's next-gen battery technology lasts up to five times longer than conventional solutions and is available at an affordable price.
- The company has partnered with Cellex Battery Systems and aims to make sustainable power accessible globally.
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Scientists create low-cost drones to help in indoor search and rescue
- Graduate students from Penn State’s Autonomous Robotics Competition Club (ARCC) have developed an affordable two-drone system for indoor search and rescue missions.
- The system includes advanced mapping technology to assist first responders in navigating dangerous environments.
- The drones, built using off-the-shelf parts and custom software, are cost-effective compared to other U.S.-made drones.
- The ARCC team has won prizes in previous competitions and is currently working on an autonomous aerial vehicle for medical evacuations and participating in the XPRIZE Wildfire Challenge.
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Scientists discover new way to make OLED screens brighter and more efficient
- Scientists have developed a theoretical model to increase the brightness of OLED screens.
- The idea involves using polaritons, special quantum states, to improve OLED efficiency.
- Placing OLED materials between semi-transparent mirrors enables interaction with confined light, forming polaritons.
- The research has the potential to revolutionize display technology, making OLED screens brighter and more energy-efficient.
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Murata and Rohde & Schwarz present the world’s first Voice over Narrowband NTN testbed at MWC Barcelona 2025
- Murata and Rohde & Schwarz have developed the world's first Voice over Narrowband Non-Terrestrial Network (NB-NTN) testbed.
- The testbed, presented at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, sets a new standard for satellite-based communications.
- The technology addresses critical communication needs in areas without terrestrial network access.
- The demonstration showcases the potential of enhanced Narrowband NTN service with push-to-talk voice capabilities.
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Teledyne e2v announces new high-speed sensor with extended sensitivity in NIR wavelengths
- Teledyne e2v introduces Lince5M NIR, a high-speed CMOS image sensor with enhanced performance in visible and near-infrared wavelengths.
- The sensor has a resolution of 5.2 megapixels and offers a high Quantum Efficiency of 35% at 850 nm.
- It delivers a high frame rate of 250 fps and is suitable for applications such as motion capture, sport analytics, and retinal imaging.
- The sensor is housed in a robust package and is compatible with a wide range of lenses, making it suitable for various indoor and outdoor applications.
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MPLAB XC Unified Compiler Licenses Deliver Streamlined Software Management
- Microchip Technology has launched MPLAB XC Unified Compiler Licenses for its line of compilers.
- The unified licenses address the financial strain and administrative burden of managing separate software access models for each compiler.
- The unified system offers multiple tiers to accommodate evolving development needs.
- The MPLAB XC Compilers support Linux, macOS, and Windows operating systems, providing flexibility for embedded development.
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Wearable bionic eye inspired by birds could transform machine vision
- Scientists at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have developed a wearable device inspired by birds' vision, which minimizes power usage.
- The breakthrough could revolutionize how autonomous machines perceive and interact with their environment.
- The device combines advanced materials and artificial intelligence, allowing for efficient and effective vision processing, even in low-light conditions.
- Potential applications include smart driving, robotics, and advanced vision devices for surveillance and scientific research.
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Scientists develop tiny chip for powerful terahertz waves
- Scientists at MIT have developed a chip-based system for efficiently producing terahertz waves.
- The breakthrough eliminates the need for bulky silicon lenses and enables more powerful and compact electronic devices.
- The system uses a thin, adjusted material to balance the dielectric constant, allowing terahertz waves to pass through more effectively.
- The chip, designed with advanced Intel transistors, outperforms existing methods and can have applications in security scanners, environmental sensors, and wireless networks.
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Virtual reality helps stroke patients regain arm movement
- A study from the University of Reading and the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust suggests that virtual reality (VR) can help stroke patients regain arm movement when combined with traditional physiotherapy.
- The VR-based therapy provides an immersive environment with real-time visual feedback, making rehabilitation more enjoyable and effective.
- In the study, patients who used VR therapy showed significantly better arm movement compared to those who only received traditional physiotherapy.
- This research highlights the potential of virtual reality as a powerful tool in stroke rehabilitation, offering stroke survivors a more engaging and effective way to regain movement.
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