Broadcom announces next gen single-chip 802.11n USB solutions
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Broadcom Corporation today announced its next generation single-chip 802.11n USB solutions for multimedia applications.
As a follow-on to the success of the world’s first single-chip dual-band 802.11n Broadcom® BCM4323, these new Wi-Fi® solutions integrate high-performance Power Amplifiers (PAs) in a single monolithic CMOS die and leverage ubiquitous USB interfaces to add high performance Wi-Fi connectivity [...]
Imation ships wireless USB hard drive
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Imation has announced the availability of the Pro WX, an external hard drive that connects by wireless USB to both PCs and Macs.
USB 2.0 devices can be connected to a computer wirelessly, from a range of up to 30 feet.
The device holds up to 1.5TB of data on a Seagate 3.5″ Barracuda hard [...]
Beewi WiFi and Bluetooth adapters released in UK
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Avenir Telecom released a new range of connectivity accessories from French technologists Beewi at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
The Mini WiFi Adapter 802.11n (BWA211-A1) is possibly the smallest WiFi USB adapter in the world.
It connects a laptop or netbook to 802.11n wireless, and is priced at £19.99.
Avenir Telecom also announced the [...]
Verbatim announces Nano wireless laptop mouse
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Verbatim has released a 2.4 GHz wireless laptop mouse with a tiny USB receiver, not much larger than a penny.
The Nano mouse can be used with both PCs and Macs and comes in black, red, pink and blue.
Its high-resolution laser sensor can operate at speeds of up to 1,600 dpi and offers precise [...]
Verizon Wireless launches global access dongle
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Verizon Wireless, the largest wireless carrier in the US has launched a USB stick that will make life easier for mobile broadband users over the pond.
The USB1000 global modem, made by Novatel Wireless, offers a full range of connectivity to get users online wherever they are and whatever network is available, including CDMA/EV-DO Rev. [...]
USB Dongles fire up HSPA spread
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Many European countries have placed increased emphasis on crossing the broadband digital barriers that exist as a way to simulate the economy.
One of the most popular solutions found by European nations is to expand the HSPA which has resulted in many rules loosening around spectrum regulations. In fact, 11.6% of all EU broadband are already [...]
Beewi launches world’s smallest WiFi USB adapter
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Avenir, a European distributor of mobile telephony products will be bringing the smallest WiFi USB adapter in the world to the UK, through a new partnership with Beewi.
Beewi, a new company with its headquarters in France, was launched at this week’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Its mini WiFi Adapter 802.11n (BWA211-A1) can be [...]
Option modem shipping to O2
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Belgian wireless technology company, Option, is now shipping its iCON 210 HSPA USB modem to Telefónica O2 Germany.
The iCON 210 is an entry level modem designed for use in Europe and the US.
The modem, which will carry O2 branding, will give O2’s customers access to internet and email at HSPA speeds of up [...]
Imation Selects Staccato Wireless USB Solution
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Staccato Communications’ Ripcord Zero Install Wireless USB solution has been selected to power Imation’s new Wireless Projection Link which was recently revealed at the 2009 Storage Visions Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Staccato Ripcord Zero Install solution enables Wireless USB connectivity to existing PC and digital projection systems without new software being installed.
Imation’s Wireless [...]
HMV offers in-store music downloads to USB drives
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Visitors to HMV stores can now download music and film trailers onto USB keys and flash drives in new Download and Information Kiosks.
The kiosks are initially being trialled at HMV stores in Westfield shopping centre, High Wycombe; Reading Oracle shopping centre; London Heathrow Terminal 5 and Covent Garden.
If the service proves successful, the [...]
Staccato Merges with Artimi
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Staccato Communications, a specialist in Wireless USB (WUSB), has merged with Artimi, Inc., a developer of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) and WUSB software and hardware.
The merged company will operate under the Staccato Communications name.
Staccato has also secured $20 million of equity financing to commercialise products developed by the two companies and to continue the company’s expansion. [...]
Staccato’s Ripcord2 named Best Innovation
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Staccato Communication’s Ripcord2 chip secured the “Best of Innovations” award in the Enabling Technologies category, at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
Ripcord2 is a 65nm CMOS chip, designed for WiMedia UWB and Wireless USB applications.
Compared with similar chips it is significantly more power-efficient, and its small form factor makes it easier to integrate [...]
Staccato chip earns WiMedia PHY certification
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California-based Staccato Communications has gained an industry-first with WiMedia PHY Certification for its Ripcord2 Single-Chip UWB Solution.
The chip will support Wireless USB, as well as High-Speed Bluetooth, Wireless IP and Wireless Audio/Video.
The 65nm all-CMOS implementation is the only single-chip solution to gain PHY certification for WiMedia Spectrum Extension Release (SER) in Band Groups [...]
Alereon powers Toshiba wireless dynadock
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Wireless USB specialist, Alereon, Inc., has joined with Toshiba on its new Wireless USB dynadock, a universal wireless docking station with video output, suitable for home or office use.
The dynadock is powered by Alereon’s AL5000 Worldwide Wireless USB Chipset, and provides unrivalled performance and unique features.
It can operate in WiMedia band groups one, three, [...]
Staccato announces Ripcord2
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Staccato Communications, the Ultra-Wideband (UWB) wireless specialist, has announced industry’s first 65nm all-CMOS chip.
The Ripcord2 family of single-chip, all-CMOS solutions, is designed for WiMedia UWB and Wireless USB applications.
Ripcord2 provides a substantial improvement in power, size and integration compared with existing solutions, and supports Wireless USB, High-Speed Bluetooth, Wireless IP and Wireless Audio/Video. [...]
WUSB shipments to hit 190 million by 2012
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New research from technology intelligence company, In-Stat, suggests that while the cost of silicon is currently holding back the production of Wireless USB devices, shipments could almost double to 190 million by 2012, compared with under 100,000 in 2007.
The appeal of WUSB is expected to pick up when silicon prices fall, helping consumers benefit [...]
O2 launches Sierra Wireless USB modem
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Sierra Wireless has chosen the UK for the first commercial launch of its Compass 885 USB Modem, which will be available on the O2 network.
The USB modem is targeted at business travelers, with its compact and durable design.
It offers download speeds of up to 7.2Mbps and upload speeds of up to 2Mbps, and [...]
New USB modems from Sony Ericsson
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Sony Ericsson revealed two new USB modems at Communicasia 2008 in Singapore – the MD400 and MD400g – their first modems to offer high speed mobile broadband (HSPA).
The modems provide download speeds of 7.2Mbps, and 2.0Mbps upload speeds.
Both modems feature a combined M2 Memory Stick Micro, microSD slot, in-built antenna, and additional swivel [...]
Broadcom announces chip for smaller USB adapters
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Broadcom Corporation has announced the world’s first single-chip dual-band 802.11n solution for USB adapters.
The new Broadcom dual-band chip enables the production of smaller, cost-effective USB adapters, for connecting devices such as set-top boxes and PCs to a Wi-Fi network.
The Broadcom BCM4323 chip uses 65 nanometer CMOS technology, allowing the production of USB modules [...]
IOGEAR launches USB Net ShareStation
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IOGEAR, a California-based consumer electronics company, has launched USB Net ShareStation, which allows USB devices such as flash drives, Webcams, or printers, to be shared across a network.
The device allows workers to access external hard drives on a network, and print, scan or fax from any connected computer. This can be achieved wirelessly if [...]