Qorvo, a leading provider of innovative RF solutions based in Greensboro (NC), USA, introduced a complete system on chip (SoC) for smart home devices that is reported to deliver multi-protocol support with best-in-class power consumption. More than 600M smart home devices are expected to ship annually by 2021, compared with 40M in 2015. Qorvo reassures consumers that devices built with its solutions will connect with future products in their home, helping to accelerate the smart home market.
Imec, a leading research and innovation hub in nano-electronics and digital technologies, announced that it will become the first incubator in Belgium to join the Google Cloud Platform for Startups programme. The platform comes with credits for eligible Flemish start-ups who are part of the imec.istart programme, which supports entrepreneurs who are establishing their techbusiness with financial means, coaching and training.
Nissha Printing Co., Ltd, a leading Japanese manufacturer of in-mould decoration (IMD) parts for automotive and home appliance OEMs, announced that they are partnering with TactoTek from Finland, a leading producer of 3D injection moulded structural electronics (IMSE), to collaboratively design and mass produce automotive and home appliance control panels.
