Toradex Introduces the Torizon Platform Focused on Linux IoT Devices

It’s all about simplifying the development and operation of the Internet of Things devices, that run on the Linux operating system.

Toradex has developed a platform they say will seamlessly integrate hardware, development tools, remote updating, an OS, and monitor the fleet. This will make a scalable solution for high security and reliability needs for IoT systems.

Sierra is Offering an LPWA Module with Multi-mode LTE-M, NB-IoT, and GNSS Networks

Sierra Wireless HL7800 LPWA module is claiming best-in-class power performance in multi-modes. The module is designed for Cat-M1/NB1 worldwide networks while being completely compliant with the 3GPP Release 13.

The module provides low-bandwidth IoT applications with extended reach beyond conventional cellular while offering the benefits of low-cost and high-level power technology..

Laird is Offering Eight New Sub-GHz Peel-and-Stick Antennas

Laird Connectivity is now offering a series of new internal antennas with support for the 868MHz and 915MHz frequency bands.

The antennas come in the Planar Inverted-F FlexPIFA and the Inverted FlexPIFA formats. The antenna is designed with challenging environments in mind. They are ultra-reliable and deliver strong performance. The frequency bands that are covered are 863-870MHz or 902-928MHz suitable for LoRaWAN applications or any proprietary sub-GHz radio applications.

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Editor's Desk by Stephen Vicinanza

The Internet of Things is a Wild Fire

Circuit Cellar fans, when it comes to the Internet of Things, it is growing like a wildfire across the prairie.

To say it is going to hit a market share of a trillion dollars is selling the market short. Its CAGR is reaching 26.4% already at $478 billion in 2022.

It is outpacing all the predictions for its growth. What is driving this wild growth? People!

Consumers are buying more and more connected devices. Smart cities and smart buildings are being built all over the world. That the United States is lagging a bit is to be expected, as the US tends to lag in innovative products, but Europe, India and Australia are all engaged in a rush to build the next great advanced cityscape. There should be some caution and a distinction made between a connect population - where a central authority holds everyone's information and a

Smart population, with decentralized authority and a more robust information access platform. Thoughts on who should hold authority?

In the new year we will be asking for opinions, what would you like to see, more editorial or less, more of a particular topic, or less? Let us know. Reach out to the Product Editor

NanoPi R6C taps Rockchip RK3588S SoC

The NanoPi R6C is a compact embedded board powered by the Rockchip RK3588S System-on-Chip. This new open-source IoT device from FriendlyElec features 2x RJ45 LAN ports, 1x HDMI port and multiple storage peripherals.