April 25, 2012 With a maximum height of 1-mm, Pulse Electronics' antenna can switch frequencies easily to accommodate both low and high operating bands. Read more

March 28, 2012 The KGEA-HB series of broadcast antennas from Premo are designed for low frequency (LF) field emission and allow remote car access for those customers who use identification devices such as vehicle passive entry. Read more

March 8, 2012 The exponential growth in mobile data traffic in the next decade, coupled with global spectrum scarcity, is forcing service providers and operators to push the limits on capacity and throughput for their limited spectrum. This is in turn driving a need for next-generation base stations able to support dramatically wider bandwidth, significantly more signal channels and more protocols (2G/3G/4G) in each band. 3GPP’s Long Term Evolution (LTE) standard is meeting the need for wireless communication of high-speed data for mobile phones and data terminals. Read more

February 29, 2012 Laird Technologies has released the CMD69273 LTE MIMO 2-port omnidirectional celling mount antenna for the In-Building Wireless (IBW) industry. Read more

February 27, 2012 Mesaplexx, a start-up company specialising in developing products and intellectual property in electromagnetic engineering and high performance filters, has announced the launch of xCube™ at Mobile World Congress 2012. This revolutionary radio filter technology has the capability to radically improve the performance of active antenna systems (AASs), enabling increases in network capacity of up to 65 per cent. Read more

February 22, 2012 There is only one way to build an effective Active Antenna System (AAS) according to Ubidyne that will be featuring its LTE 700MHz uB700™ and 900MHz uB900™ Antenna Embedded Radios at this month’s Mobile World Congress 2012. While there are multiple AAS architectures, Ubidyne believes it is vital to have one transceiver or M-Radio per antenna radiator. This means that an antenna with 16 radiators - or eight cross polar radiators - will also have 16 transceivers. Read more

February 21, 2012 TE Connectivity (TE) and ip.access have teamed up to create the first all-digital integrated Distributed Antenna System (DAS) and small cell base station for WCDMA services. The solution uses ip.access' E16 picocell access point integrated with TE’s InterReach Spectrum or InterReach Fusion DAS products to provide a one-stop system for enterprises wishing to improve mobile service in their facilities. Read more

February 6, 2012 Mobile data usage nearly doubles each year, but mobile operators cannot increase expenditures at that rate. At the same time, data rates (a key metric of perceived quality) are affected by the proximity of a device to a cell. These two realities make the use of small cells necessary creating a battleground as multiple chip architectures are in pursuit of the small cell market. For SoC vendors, the battle is worth waging. Read more

February 2, 2012 Avago Technologies has launched the AFEM-S105, a front-end module for WiFi access points that integrates a power amplifier, directional coupler, and SPDT antenna switch in a 3.2 x 3.2 x 0.6 mm package. The power amplifier is optimized for IEEE 802.11 a/n WiFi modulation, helping the module streamline design of mobile and fixed wireless data applications in the 5.15 to 5.85 GHz frequency range. Read more

January 25, 2012 A U.S. network trial for the LTE 700-MHz active antenna from startup Ubidyne GmbH (Ulm, Germany) has demonstrated a 40 percent increase in cell capacity, the company said. The result, which exceeded Ubidyne's own predictions, could delay the need to invest in small cells to extend coverage. Read more

January 4, 2012 The manufacturing of RFID antennas through the process of etching is now being challenged by a new patented technology: Walki-4E, an efficient way of producing flexible circuit boards. This is possible through a dry production process, involving no liquid chemicals and using paper as the substrate. Producer of technical laminates Walki looked for ways to simplify the RFID antennas manufacturing process. The idea is to make a special laminate of aluminium and paper substrate, the aluminium foil is then patterned using a laser. Read more

December 15, 2011 Premo has launched a 3D-coil isotropic magnetic antenna for Near Field Communications (NFC) applications (13.56 MHz). New tablets, smart phones, and so on, have recently been announced with NFC functionality for E-Wallet application. Read more

December 7, 2011 Pulse Electronics Corporation has introduced a 3-feed antenna that enables operator-independent global roaming capability for LTE mobile devices. Compatible with EPCOS RF front-end module (FEM) technology, it is the only antenna that has been proven to support 16 frequency bands, including Japanese frequency bands in the 1.5 GHz range. Read more

December 7, 2011 Q-par Angus Limited, a microwave antenna and development company based in Leominster, UK, has launched a compact ultra-wideband 0.8 to 40 GHz omni-directional antenna, intended for ultra wideband (UWB) applications including communications, surveillance and electronic warfare. The 100 mm diameter antenna is vertically polarised with azimuth ripple typically <±1 dB on horizon. Read more

November 23, 2011 Researchers in Finland and the US have developed and tested a prototype contact lens that could provide the wearer with a real time hands-free display. Read more

October 25, 2011 TE Connectivity (TE) has announced that its InterReach Spectrum distributed antenna system (DAS) now supports 2x2 multi-input, multi-output (MIMO) mode for Advanced Wireless Service (AWS) frequencies of 1700 and 2100 MHz. This development now means that the company's DAS products support multiple frequencies in MIMO mode, including not only AWS but also 700 MHz and 1900 MHz. Read more

September 19, 2011 STMicroelectronics has unveiled two chips for controlling antenna power in mainstream 3G wireless products. The devices are more than 83% smaller than earlier components and improve energy efficiency to maximize battery life for always-on-the-go consumers and business users. Today's multi-function, multi-band cellphones and smartphones, as well as tablets and 3G USB dongles, continuously adjust their transmitter power to optimize contact with the network as environmental conditions change. Read more

September 16, 2011 The SDTR1103CAP RFID antenna from Premo incorporates a mechanical decoupling structure to the ferrite core and external protection against mechanical risks. Designed in the company's 1103 standard, the antenna provides up to 55 mV/Apk-pk/m sensitivity and is suitable for low frequency 20 kHz to 150 kHz receiver applications. Read more

August 24, 2011 Pulse Electronics' 700-LTE (long term evolution) low profile switchable antenna is designed for mobile connected PCs and is only 1mm high. It enables four states for low band: 700-750MHz (LTE low), 750-790MHz (LTE high), 820-900MHz (GSM850), and 880-960MHz (GSM900), and covers 1800/1900/2100 for high band applications, with switching implemented directly from the device's display area. The LTE antenna measures 65x12mm, enabling design flexibility as the length can be varied according to customer requirements. Read more

August 23, 2011 To make communications devices more reliable, Ohio State University researchers are finding ways to incorporate radio antennas directly into clothing, using plastic film and metallic thread. In the current issue of the journal IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Letters, they report a new antenna design with a range four times larger than that of a conventional antenna worn on the body – one that is used by American soldiers today. Read more

August 15, 2011 Laird Technologies has announced the expansion of its patented Phantom® antenna product line (U.S. Patent Numbers 5.977,931 – 6,292156 and 7,209,096). Read more

June 28, 2011 Antenna Factor has announced that the HW series antenna is now available in 1.4 GHz. The 1/2-wave center-fed dipole antenna delivers outstanding performance in a rugged and cosmetically attractive package. Its internal counterpoise eliminates the dependence on an external ground plane and maximizes performance. Read more

June 8, 2011 Embedded MEMS developer Cavendish Kinetics Ltd., has closed a financing round of $10 million and added Qualcomm Inc., to the current investor group. Also participating in the round were Tallwood Venture Capital, Wellington Partners Venture Capital and several other current investors. Read more

June 1, 2011 Fastrax has unveiled the Fastrax UC430, a combination of a complete high-performance GPS receiver and an integrated chip antenna packed in a miniature form factor. Sized at only 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm including antenna, the low power consuming module is ideally suited for handheld computers, digital cameras, mobile phones, asset tracking devices, and other applications with space and power restrictions. Read more

May 31, 2011 Molex has released a standard antenna for applications using the 2.4 GHz ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) band and WiFi. The devices are based on the Molex LDS (Laser Direct Structuring) technology whereby a 3D laser system is used to transfer the antenna from CAD data directly onto a moulded antenna carrier or even directly onto the device structure. Read more

May 25, 2011 Antenna Factor has introduced the OC Series antenna, a half-wave dipole antenna that delivers higher gain than a standard whip antenna, increasing the range and reliability of wireless links. Using loaded coil technology, the OC Series antenna minimizes the length that would typically be required to achieve omnidirectional gain. Read more

April 18, 2011 NetLogic Microsystems has announced the availability of the OP6100 family of digital front-end (DFE) processors which delivers 65 MHz of occupied bandwidth, 145 MHz of total bandwidth and 325 MHz of pre-distortion bandwidth for next-generation 3G and 4G/LTE base stations, remote radio heads (RRUs) and distributed antenna systems (DAS). This dramatic breakthrough represents over 220 percent increase in bandwidth over competing available merchant DFE solutions, and at a fraction of the cost and power of FPGA-based solutions. Read more

April 13, 2011 Laird Technologies has released the WTS2333C-FRSMM WiMAX external wireless dipole antenna. Specifically designed for portable devices, this rugged external wireless antenna operates in the 2.3 to 2.7 GHz and 3.3 to 3.9 GHz frequency bands with a max gain of 2.3 to 2.7 dBi. It offers an omnidirectional radiation pattern, and emits power consistently and evenly in all horizontal directions in one plane. Read more

March 30, 2011 The W4150GG5000 antenna can be installed with either side facing up so only one antenna is required, whether mounting on the windshield or dashboard, to make installation simple. It receives location information from a GPS satellite and uses the cellular network to transfer this location information to a central control center or third party. Read more

March 28, 2011 Researchers at the University of illinois have experimented with omnidirectional printing techniques using metallic nanoparticle inks and a 3D controlled dispensing nozzle to manufacture very compact and high performance antennas. Read more

March 22, 2011 Molex Incorporated has joined with other researchers to advance the goals of the Danish SAFE (Smart Antenna Front End) project. Scheduled to span four years, the $8.7 million project is being conducted by a consortium comprising: Aalborg University, Intel Mobile Communications, WiSpry and Molex. Read more

March 14, 2011 TE Connectivity announced a product line of standard antennas including low-profile, high-performance stamped metal, flexible printed circuits (FPC) and printed circuit boards (PCB) embedded antenna solutions for single- through penta-band applications. Read more

March 9, 2011 Laird Technologies has announced the release of its WPD136M6C-001 full spectrum multi-band mobile antenna. Specifically designed for use as a public safety voice and data communications antenna, the heavy duty, unity gain antenna operates in three different bands: 136 to 174 MHz, 380 to 520 MHz, and 760 to 870 MHz. Read more

February 22, 2011 RF Micro Devices has announced the addition of four products to RFMD's expanding portfolio of front end modules for 3G/4G switch and signal conditioning applications. Read more

February 11, 2011 Quantance has developed the Q1005 IC that combines power conversion with closed-loop feedback and is intended to boost the efficiency of power amplifiers in wireless devices. Read more

February 1, 2011 Anritsu Company has introduced Line Sweep Tools, a PC-based software tool for its handheld instruments that allows network operators to quickly capture, validate, and generate reports using antenna, cable, and Passive Intermodulation (PIM) sweeps. Line Sweep Tools can be used by field engineers and technicians to help ensure accurate and timely measurement reporting. Read more

January 25, 2011 Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation has announced its worldwide distribution agreement with Taoglas Ltd., a global antenna solutions provider. Taoglas' products are now available for purchase on Digi-Key's global websites and will be featured in future print and online catalogs. Read more

January 25, 2011 Antenova has released the Acuta A10415 GPS antenna, a standard GPS antenna intended to replace the ceramic patch antenna in embedded GPS applications. Further, the antenna enables substantially thinner devices, without sacrificing performance, than the typical industry standard 12- x 12-mm ceramic patch antenna. Read more

January 5, 2011 Antenna Factor is announcing the PN series of panel mount antennas. These antennas are designed for long-distance directional communication among wireless links. Read more

December 22, 2010 Antenna Technology Communications (ATCi) has introduced the TE-2000 HD advanced spectrum analyzer, a high-performance light-weight instrument that features superior performance, advanced color TV/SAT meter, and a durable construction that is compatible with analog, digital (DVB) satellite standards. Read more

December 15, 2010 For vehicles predominantly made of plastic materials such as campers, caravans or license-free light vehicles, Hirschmann Car Communications has developed a foil antenna that can be integrated into windscreens and even into the body structure. Read more

November 8, 2010 Antenova Ltd has added the Indica 2.4 GHz MDA ceramic chip antenna — the smallest in the gigaNOVA® range of standard antennas. Designed for ease of integration into wireless devices, the ultra-small Indica 2.4 GHz antenna is ideally suited for a wide range of embedded applications where space is limited and particularly in the proximity of metal objects, such as Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL). Read more

November 5, 2010 Laird Technologies released its SJS515090-16 dual slant 90° sector antenna, which is specifically designed for WiMAX/broadband wireless applications. Read more

November 2, 2010 Laird Technologies has released the SKS230090-16N-001 dual 45° slant sector antenna. Specifically designed for WiMAX/broadband wireless applications, the antenna operates in the 2.3 to 2.7 GHz with 16.5 dBi gain at 2.5 GHz and +45° and -45° polarization. Read more

October 27, 2010 For users who require not only the usual mobile radio services but satellite communications as well, Hirschmann car communications has developed an antenna that combines Iridium satellite connectivity with normal GSM radio reception and transmission. On top of this, the company has integrated an antenna for GPS satellite navigation. Read more

October 27, 2010 Laird Technologies has released its OC51505 vertically polarized direct mount omnidirectional antenna, which operates in the 5150 to 5875 MHz band with 5 dBi gain and linear vertical polarization (VPOL). Read more

September 30, 2010 An extremely small antenna for GSM and GPS reception has been developed by Hirschmann Car Communication for automotive tier one Continental AG. The device can be integrated into Telematics boxes or on-board units. Read more

September 15, 2010 Laird Technologies has released its TRA(B)24/49003(P) Phantom® dual-band antenna. The patented dual-band antenna operates simultaneously in the 2.4 GHz and 4.9 GHz frequency bands and features both vertical (VPOL) and horizontal polarization (HPOL). Read more

September 1, 2010 Atmel Corporation has developed an active antenna integrated circuit (IC) for FM car antennas, car radios and navigation applications of which the vendor claims it is the industry's smallest car radio antenna – and it has the best noise performance. Read more

September 1, 2010 Help may be on the way for iPhone 4 users frustrated by dropped calls with the arrival of Radio Frequency Microelectromechanical Systems (RF MEMS), semiconductors that can improve the performance of antennas in cell phones, according to the market research firm iSuppli Corp. Read more

September 1, 2010 Antenna Factor announces 2.45 GHz models of its popular HW and HWR series antennas. Read more

August 13, 2010 Antenova Ltd has announced the addition of the M10385 dual-mode receive/transmit internal surface mount FM Antenna Module for a broad range of mobile and digital media device applications. Read more

August 13, 2010 Laird Technologies has released the ODH24-9-WB horizontally polarized omnidirectional antenna. Read more

August 3, 2010 California Eastern Laboratories (CEL) is shipping two new RF antenna switches, the uPG2413T6M and the uPG2413T6Z. The single pole triple throw (SP3T) switches, designed by Renesas Electronics Corporation, feature low insertion loss and small size. Read more

July 27, 2010 Maxim Integrated Products has introduced the MAX2180, a low-noise amplifier (LNA) with integrated automatic gain control (AGC) for automotive antenna applications. Read more

July 19, 2010 Apple Inc. should have listened to its experts. It didn't. Read more

July 14, 2010 Tyco Electronics and ADC have announced a definitive agreement under which Tyco Electronics will acquire ADC for $12.75 per share in cash, or an enterprise value of approximately $1.25 billion. Read more

July 13, 2010 Cobham Antenna Systems, Microwave Antennas has designed a miniature Multi Sector antenna in the 2.0-2.7 GHz band for use with COFDM radios. Read more

June 30, 2010 Pulse has introduced its W4120 series of multi-band active GPS antennas that combines compact size with the capability to support most major wireless services globally. Read more

June 28, 2010 Some users are experiencing cellular reception problems with the Apple iPhone 4 that one analyst said could be due to Apple's novel use of the smartphone's frame as an antenna. Apple acknowledged the problem in a statement advising users on how to hold the phone. Read more

June 17, 2010 Remcom has announced a new version of XGtd®, a tool for far zone radiation, RCS, and EMI/EMC for electrically large platforms. Read more

June 11, 2010 The X-48B is the latest experimental X-Plane and is a joint venture between NASA, US Air Force Research Laboratory and The Boeing Company. The vehicle was on view at a recent open day at the NASA Dryden Flight Research Centre at Edwards Air Force Base, USA. Read more

May 5, 2010 Cobham Antenna Systems, Microwave Antennas has been awarded a contract to participate in a consortium on a new initiative named Beyond Next Generation Mobile Broadband (BuNGee) aimed at achieving a tenfold increase in mobile broadband infrastructure capacity. Read more

April 26, 2010 Yageo Corporation claims to have released the smallest ceramic chip antenna (PIFA mode) for GPS applications. The PIFA GPS antenna is an advanced design of the 2.45 GHz PIFA antenna that was released last year. Although the same size, it can now reach the same efficiency at a lower frequency. Read more

April 26, 2010 HUBER+SUHNER announces its SENCITY SPOT-S antenna family which will be of interest to systems integrators, OEMs and public operators looking to install the latest antenna technology across their W-LAN, WiFi, ZigBee and MIMO-based systems in industrial and commercial applications. Read more

April 21, 2010 Narda Safety Test Solutions has now equipped its SRM-3006 selective radiation meter with a “Scope” operating mode. Using this, it is now possible to analyze the frequency content and time characteristics of signals from radar equipment, mobile communications services such as Wi-Fi, WLAN, WiMAX, and DECT, or radio control systems like ZigBee and Bluetooth. Read more

April 14, 2010 MAGUS (Pty) Ltd, Computer Simulation Technology AG (CST) and EM Software & Systems-S.A. (Pty) Ltd (EMSS) announce the release of the second major version of Antenna Magus. Read more

March 17, 2010 Startup Dockton has announced a novel antenna technology that combines electrical and magnetic elements to achieve new levels of efficiency for a brand range of wireless systems. The company has developed single-frequency reference designs for 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and 850 MHz cellular and is working on multi-frequency designs now. Read more