Nikkei Electronics Asia -- December 2007

Nikkei Electronics Asia-December 2007 Cover Story

Multiplying Multicores to Boost CPU Power

Switching to multicore is only the first step in a total overhaul of microprocessor internal architecture, as manufacturers begin to experiment with new ideas for improving performance.

Analysis-1

PoE Control ICs Handle 25-75W Power

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - the transmission of electrical power via Ethernet cables - has so far found use in IP phones and Webcams. And new PoE control ICs can transmit and receive yet more power.

Analysis-2

Remotes Evolve from Infrared to RF

As the LCD and PDP TV markets continue to expand and screen sizes grow, remotes are also evolving. At last the monopoly enjoyed by IR remotes is drawing to a close, as a host of RF remotes appears.


Latest

LCDs with Internal Touch Sensors, Auto Light Control

Feature

Shinoda Plasma to Commercialize PDP Sheet

Murata, Epson to Develop Wireless Charging System

PSP-2000 Lighter, Slimmer; "Unneeded Parts" Removed

Seiko Epson Reduces COG Bump Pitch to a Third

PerfectSoC Takes Best of SiP, SoC to Shrink Mobile Gear

Convergence Hits SMB Market

Design View from Japan

SSTA Boosts Designer Motivation, Fujitsu Reveals

Interview

Mounting GPS in Everything

Insights

Solving Connectivity Challenges in Mobile Design

Low Video Subsystem Power Extends Battery Life

ADPCM Coding Improves Bluetooth Voice Quality

Building a Practical Wireless Sensor Network

Report

Integrated RF Tuner Chip Improves TV Experience

Asus's Low-Cost Notebook PC Targets Broad Market

Next-Gen Digital Radio Opens Up New Market

ZnO-TFT Paves Way to Wearable Electronics