New High Output Power Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter From TRENDnet
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TRENDnet, a California-based manufacturer of wired and wireless networking solutions has announced a new addition to its range of USB adapters.
The TEW-445UB 108Mbps High Power Wireless USB 2.0 adapter incorporates high output power capability and dual band 802.11b/g network compatibility.
The USB 2.0 adapter features an extended cable connected to a high-powered, detachable antenna [...]
Cypress Launches Multiflow USB Controller For Handsets
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In response to the increasing number of handsets featuring multimedia capabilities and cameras which require a USB connection capable of 480-Mbps data rates in a variety of multitasking situations, Cypress has developed the Antioch IC.
Antioch IC is both a USB and a mass-storage controller. It is the first member of Cypress’ West Bridge [...]
Kingston Technology Launches USB Flash Drive to Guarantee Data Security
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Kingston Technology has announced that its new DataTraveler Secure Privacy Edition is now available. DataTraveler is a USB Flash drive specifically designed to fulfil enterprise-level security and compliance requirements.
DataTraveler Secure Privacy Edition is the world’s first USB Flash drive to guaranteed 100% security for data whilst on the move. It includes a 256-bit [...]
USB Approved As High-Speed SIM Standard
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The European Telecommunications Standards Institute has finally approved the adoption of USB technology as a standard for a high-speed SIM card after nearly a year of debate.
The standard could eventually lead to rollouts of SIMs supporting Internet and other multimedia applications. It was approved by the smart card committee of the European Telecommunications Standards [...]
New USB Modem for Laptops from Vodafone
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Vodafone has launched a 3G data card that makes a fast internet connection accessible for all laptop users.
The ‘Mobile Connect USB modem’ connects via a USB port, allowing users to access 3G broadband without the need for a PC card slot. It costs £49 excluding VAT and is suitable for both Windows and Apple [...]
Wipro-NewLogic launches Dual Role Device MAC Intellectual Property core
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Wipro-NewLogic, the semiconductor design services provider has launched its Dual Role Device MAC Intellectual Property core based on the Certified Wireless USB specification from the USB-IF. The product is one of the first MAC cores in the market based on the Certified Wireless USB specification.
The device can work in Limited Host mode, Device mode [...]
USB Interface For SIM Cards Gains Support
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Support for USB technology for a proposed high-speed SIM has strengthened in advance of a vote by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute on 20 November.
Nordic telco TeliaSonera, KPN of the Netherlands and UK-based BT have added their support for the technology to that of Vodafone, Telefónica, T-Mobile and (Hutchison) 3, which have already registered [...]
Transcends Lifetime Warranty Extended to Flash Cards
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Transcend Information Inc, a world-leader in memory and flash products, has expanded its lifetime warranty service. The service, which was announced on 1 November 2006, now includes all Transcend SD, MMC and CF flash cards series (excluding CF Industrial) and all JetFlash USB flash drives (except JetFlash 210) bought since January 2006.
Transcend was the first [...]
Icron Looks Towards Next Generation Wireless USB 2.0
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Icron Technologies Corporation, the developer of ExtremeUSB, has achieved record growth and revenues for USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 extension in KVM, Remote Desktop, Presentation Systems and Media Server applications.
The company has entered into a partnership with Inova Semiconductor to launch the first integrated DVI/USB over CAT5 extension solution and reference design. The solution [...]
New USB 2.0 Hub Controller From Cypress
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Cypress Semiconductor has launched its USB 2.0 hub controllers. The EZ-USB HX2LP controller, the member of the EZ-USB LP family, is optimized for applications such as standalone hubs, monitors, docking stations, keyboards and motherboards.
The EZ-USB HX2LP is USB-IF and Windows Hardware-quality lab (WHQL)-compliant. It is available in four-port (CY7C65630-56LFXC) and two-port (CY7C65620-56LFXC) options.
The [...]
Epcos Provides ESD protection for USB ports
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Epcos has developed the CeraDiode CDA6 array series for the ESD protection of two USB 2.0 ports. The product protects the four data lines and shields the supply voltage against overvoltages. The ESD (electrostatic discharge) protection meets the International Electrotechnical Commission’s Level 4 of IEC 61000-4-2. The protection is effective against both positive and negative [...]
Intex Launches UFD 512 Slim USB disk
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Intex Technologies, the IT Hardware company that is headquartered in New Delhi, has launched the Intex UFD 512 Slim USB disk, a complete package for mobile storage and multimedia solutions.
The 32X24mm multipurpose 512 MB USB disk is only 2.1mm thick. It is termed a ‘3C’ card, as it uses a traditional USB disk, [...]
Elgato Launches Mac Dual-tuner EyeTV Diversity USB Stick
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Elgato has released EyeTV Diversity, a USB 2.0 stick powered by EyeTV 2 digital TV recording software, which allows users to watch digital terrestrial television on a Mac indoors, in areas with weak reception, and at speeds up to 160 km/h.
EyeTV Diversity is designed for easy travel and incorporating sports dual attachable antennas [...]
Atmel Launches New Security Product
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Atmel Corporation, a developer and manufacturer of advanced semiconductor solutions, has launched AT98SC032CT-USB, a fully-integrated solution designed to secure embedded systems.
The solution is based on Atmel’s smart card chip-design expertise and is intended for hardware security-solution integrators, including USB tokens, secure Flash drives and media centers. It is ideally suited for USB security devices [...]
Wireless UWB USB Launched in Japan
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Y-E Data Ltd has received official Japanese certification for its YD-300 UWB Hub - the first wireless USB hub based on Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology.
The YD-300, which is available now, is based on an UWB chipset from Wisair. It can replace any wired USB connection with a wireless link. This means that USB peripherals [...]
Showcase photos and videos with a photo frame from Linx
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Linx has launched the audio digital photo frame Photo 8W.
The frame has an 8-inch display to showcase images and video by playing them from a memory card or from a PC through the USB. It includes built-in 1.5W speakers, allowing the user to play music while viewing the slideshow, or playback audio from home [...]