Apple’s Embedded Swift Programming Language Now Supports ESP32-C6, nRF52840, RP2040 and other MCUs
https://www.electronics-lab.com/apples-embedded-swift-programming-language-now-supports-esp32-c6-nrf52840-rp2040-and-other-mcus/
Apple has recently released a beta version of Embedded Swift programming language that is said to work with ESP32-C6, Pi RP2040, STM32F7, and nRF52840 microcontrollers. Additionally, the company has also developed example codes for matter protocol based on ESP-IDF and ESP-Matter SDKs that help to accelerate development and foster innovation in the smart home and […]
Waveshare’s New ESP32-C6-Pico Board Shares the Same Form Factor as the Raspberry Pi Pico
https://www.electronics-lab.com/waveshares-new-esp32-c6-pico-board-shares-the-same-form-factor-as-the-raspberry-pi-pico/
Waveshare has recently launched a new ESP32-C6-Pico Board that has a similar form factor to the Raspberry Pi Pico. However, instead of an RP2040 chip, the board is built around an ESP32-C6-MINI-1 module. This little tweak makes the board compatible with a series of Waveshare LED displays, RS-232, NB-IoT, and other boards. The ESP32-C6-MINI-1 enables […]
Arduino’s Upcoming Cortex M33 Powered Arduino Nano Matter Board is Made in Collaboration with Silicon Labs
https://www.electronics-lab.com/arduinos-upcoming-cortex-m33-powered-arduino-nano-matter-board-is-made-in-collaboration-with-silicon-labs/
Arduino has just announced their new Arduino Nano Matter Board, powered by a SiLabs MGM240SD22VNA MPU. The MPU features a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 core with DSP and FPU, enhancing its performance. The board supports various connectivity options, including Matter, OpenThread, BLE, and Bluetooth Mesh. Additionally, it features 12-bit ADCs, two DACs, I2C, UART, SPI, and […]
ePulse Feather C6 – An ESP32-C6 Based Dev Board with WiFi, BLE, Zigbee, Thread & Matter Capabilities
https://www.electronics-lab.com/epulse-feather-c6-an-esp32-c6-based-dev-board-with-wifi-ble-zigbee-thread-matter-capabilities/
ThingPulse has recently released the ePulse Feather C6, an ESP32-C6-based development board with WiFi 6, BLE5, Zigbee, Thread, and Matter connectivity. In my personal opinion, the “Feather” came from the Adafruit Feather as this board resembles the Adafruit form factor. Additionally, it features a battery connector with a TP4065 charging IC and MAX17048 fuel gauge […]
SparkFun ESP32-C6 Thing Plus an ESP32-C6 Based Dev Board with Qwiic Connector
https://www.electronics-lab.com/sparkfun-esp32-c6-thing-plus-an-esp32-c6-based-dev-board-with-qwiic-connector/
The SparkFun ESP32-C6 Thing Plus features the ESP32-C6 WROOM-1-N16 module, supporting WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, Zigbee, and Thread for diverse wireless project applications. Equipped with a microSD slot, Qwiic connector, and Feather-compatible footprint, it’s designed for seamless integration in IoT and smart device development. With the launch of the SparkFun ESP32-C6 Thing Plus, SparkFun has […]
Arduino and Silicon Labs Collaborate to Embed Matter Protocol into Arduino IDE
https://www.electronics-lab.com/arduino-and-silicon-labs-collaborate-to-embed-matter-protocol-into-arduino-ide/
Arduino and Silicon Labs are teaming up to make it easier to use the Matter protocol for IoT devices. This project will happen in two phases. The first phase, which took place at CES 2024, involved the release of a user-friendly Arduino library for the Matter protocol, along with a new core for SiLabs microcontrollers. […]
Espressif Systems Releases ESP32-C61 A Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 SoC for Superior IoT Performance
https://www.electronics-lab.com/espressif-systems-releases-esp32-c61-a-wi-fi-6-and-bluetooth-5-soc-for-superior-iot-performance/
Espressif Systems recently launched the ESP32-C61, an advanced System-on-Chip (SoC) with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 (LE). Building on its predecessors like ESP32-C2 and ESP32-C3, it shares similar specifications but adds support for BLE Mesh 1.1 protocol and faster Quad SPI PSRAM, operating at speeds up to 120MHz. The ESP32-C61, a 32-bit single-core RISC-V microcontroller, […]
Arduino and Silicon Labs provide support for the Matter standard and hints the release of a new Arduino Nano
https://www.electronics-lab.com/arduino-collaborates-with-silicon-labs-to-provide-official-support-for-the-matter-standard-and-hints-at-the-release-of-a-new-arduino-nano/
Arduino and Silicon Labs are working together to support Matter, a standard for smart home devices. They are creating a new core (software foundation) and library following Matter standards. This effort is designed to make it easier for everyone to be part of the Matter ecosystem. Additionally, they plan to release a new version of […]
Amazon improves user experience of controlling smart homes with Alexa
https://www.electronics-lab.com/amazon-improves-user-experience-of-controlling-smart-homes-with-alexa/
Amazon highlights the challenges with your current interaction with Alexa. It believes that even though Alexa has improved the way people control their smart homes, there are still challenges. Users often have to remember specific phrases or device names, make multiple requests, or even repeat themselves when interacting with Alexa. Amazon recognizes the need to […]