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KAIST's Vivo Flexible Large Scale Integrated Circuits
May 7, 2013 9:23 am | by The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) | CommentsA team led by Professor Keon Jae Lee from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at KAIST has developed in vivo silicon-based flexible large scale integrated circuits (LSI) for bio-medical wireless communication.
Portable Device Provides Rapid, Accurate Diagnosis
May 7, 2013 9:13 am | by Massachusetts General Hospital | CommentsA handheld diagnostic device that Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators first developed to diagnose cancer has been adapted to rapidly diagnose tuberculosis (TB) and other important infectious bacteria. Two papers appearing in the journals Nature Communications and Nature Nanotechnology...
EU: Motorola May Have Violated Antitrust Rules
May 7, 2013 9:06 am | by Associated Press | CommentsThe European Commission said Monday that Motorola Mobility may have abused its dominant market position by denying Apple the right to use technology essential for mobile phones. It is a violation of European Union antitrust rules for a patent holder to deny use to technologically essential...
BMC Software Agrees To Be Sold for $6.6B
May 7, 2013 9:04 am | by Associated Press | CommentsBMC Software Inc. has agreed to be sold to a private investor group for about $6.6 billion in cash. The Houston-based maker of system management software for businesses said Monday that the deal is for $46.25 per share. That's less than 2 percent above Friday's closing stock price of $45.42.
Microsoft Touching up Windows 8 to Address Gripes
May 7, 2013 9:02 am | by MICHAEL LIEDTKE, AP Technology Writer | CommentsMicrosoft is retooling the latest version of its Windows operating system to address complaints and confusion that have been blamed for deepening a slump in personal computer sales. The tune up announced Tuesday won't be released to consumers and businesses until later this year.
GORE’s New Venting a Cooling Products
May 6, 2013 5:34 pm | by W.L. Gore & Associates | CommentsW. L. Gore & Associates and its latest venting and cabinet cooling products enable the telecommunications industry to remain connected and protected. Gore will be displaying new venting products and cooling filters that ensure reliability and long-lasting performance...
Agilent Technologies' X-Series Signal Generator Enhancements Enable Faster, More Effective Verification
May 6, 2013 2:54 pm | by Agilent Technologies Inc. | CommentsAgilent Technologies Inc. [NYSE: A] has introduced several key enhancements to its high-performance MXG and cost-effective EXG X-Series vector signal generators. The enhancements are designed to improve measurement accuracy, accelerate research and development, and provide in-depth signal simulation for even the most comprehensive receiver verification.
NGI and Cambium Networks Drive Wireless Broadband Across Italy
May 6, 2013 2:46 pm | by NGI, Cambium Networks | CommentsNGI and Cambium Networks have strengthened their collaboration to deploy EOLOwave access technology throughout Italy. This announcement comes at a time when NGI has just named Cambium Networks as its “Best Partner for 2013,” with plans to deliver wireless broadband innovation for residents and businesses across the country.
Microchip Expands LIN 2.1/ SAE J2602-2 Portfolio With New Transceiver
May 6, 2013 2:38 pm | by Microchip Technology Inc. | CommentsMicrochip Technology Inc. has announced the expansion of its LIN portfolio with the LIN 2.1 and SAE J2602-2 compliant and low-power MCP2003A transceiver, MCP2021A, MCP2022A, MCP2025 and MCP2050 LIN System Basis Chips (SBCs), and PIC16F1829LIN System in Package (SiP).
TELEHOUSE America’s Akio Sugeno Contributes to New Book
May 6, 2013 2:25 pm | by TELEHOUSE America | CommentsTELEHOUSE America has announced that Akio Sugeno , Vice President of Internet Engineering, Operations and Business Development, is a key contributor in Fordam University Press’ new book, Advances in Cyber Security: Technology, Operations and Experiences.
Allied Electronics Signs Distribution Agreement with ON Semiconductor
May 6, 2013 2:23 pm | by Allied Electronics, ON Semiconductor | CommentsAllied Electronics has signed a distribution agreement with ON Semiconductor, one of the largest global semiconductor companies offering a comprehensive portfolio of energy-efficient products. “The addition of ON Semiconductor to the Allied linecard offers customers a premium brand focused...
App Lets Amputees Program Their Own Bionic Hands
May 6, 2013 10:09 am | by KATHY MATHESON, Associated Press | CommentsKoger came to Philadelphia this week to demonstrate the i-limb ultra revolution, a prosthetic developed by the British firm Touch Bionics. Using a stylus and an iPhone, Koger can choose any of 24 grip patterns that best suit his needs.
Senate Bill Lets States Tax Internet Purchases
May 6, 2013 9:57 am | by STEPHEN OHLEMACHER, Associated Press | CommentsThe Senate is scheduled to vote Monday on a bill that would empower states to collect sales taxes for purchases made over the Internet. The measure is expected to pass because it has already survived three procedural votes. But it faces opposition in the House...
U.S. Cellular Embraces iPhone after Rejecting It
May 6, 2013 9:53 am | by PETER SVENSSON, AP Technology Writer | CommentsA year and a half ago, Dillon said U.S. Cellular Corp. had the opportunity to carry the phone but rejected it because it was too expensive. The iPhone is more expensive than most smartphones, and phone companies absorb this cost to sell it for $199 or less.
New Efforts to Curb Cellphone Theft
May 6, 2013 9:51 am | by TERRY COLLINS, Associated Press | CommentsIn San Francisco, where half the robberies were phone-related last year, District Attorney George Gascon is calling on major companies in nearby Silicon Valley to create new technology such as a "kill switch" to permanently and quickly disable stolen smart phones, making them worthless to thieves.
