Wireless Data Access Cards

Infrared (IR) and remote frequency (RF) home remote controls are being used in systems such as sound systems, televisions, lighting, and other controls. These systems are becoming increasingly complex with features including voice control, connectivity, LED displays, and capacitive touch. Remote controls should be reliable, easy to use, and have a long battery lifespan. MPS provides cost-effectiv...

Converters are one of the most simplistic and necessary devices in modern electronics. As their name implies, converters are meant to convert a given value to a target value. This functionality is vital for any system where connected devices may not have specifications that perfectly match one another, and they can be implemented in smartphones, smart trackers that can quickly communicate location...

When it comes to wearable fitness devices and activity monitors, small solutions with a shorter charging time are ideal. The popularity of wearable devices has skyrocketed in the last decade, fueled by increasingly sophisticated microchips and supporting technology. For wearable developers, the challenge is to make devices that feel comfortable and unobtrusive, with additional functions that gain ...

For battery-powered applications, an excellent user experience depends on a long battery life and high-performance terminal devices. Quiescent current (IQ) is an important parameter to consider when optimizing these applications; in particular, an improved IQ increases battery life. This article will describe the difference between a boost converter’s IQ and shutdown current (ISD) to provide a de...