February 27, 2012 Libelium has launched a Wifi module for the Waspmote sensor platform. The radio module adds an extra layer of intelligence to the nodes allowing them to send the collected data to any web server in the Cloud. The Wifi sensor nodes will also be capable of sending data to any iPhone or Android device nearby by creating direct links with them. Read more

February 23, 2012 Imec and Holst Centre announce a 2.3-/2.4-GHz transmitter for wireless sensor applications compliant with 4 wireless standards (IEEE802.15.6/4/4g and Bluetooth Low Energy). Read more

February 22, 2012 Medical electronics researchers showed advances in self-propelled implants and body area networks at the International Solid-State Circuits Conference. Read more

February 8, 2012 Digi International has introduced the ConnectPort® X2e for Smart Energy, a low cost, enhanced version of the company’s ZigBee Smart Energy gateway. The gateway connects ZigBee Smart Energy devices from a Home Area Network (HAN) to an energy service provider via broadband. Read more

January 30, 2012 Luke D'Arcy, vice president of marketing at Neul Ltd., (Cambridge, England), has been in touch to argue that in general standards bodies are not addressing the need for innovation at the RF level for machine-to-machine (M2M) communications and the Internet of Things (IoT). Read more

January 4, 2012 GreenPeak Technologies has launched the company's new GP570 chip that allows the development of low cost motion-enabled remote controls, addressing the growing demand for smarter and intuitive navigation of interactive entertainment services offered by operators. Read more

December 15, 2011 The IEEE 802.15.4 IC market will grow to over $1.1 billion in 2016 — up from just $90 million in 2010. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is still a key adoption market and there is significant impetus behind the continuation of this market. Read more

December 2, 2011 Claiming a world first, a ZigBee-certified wireless water meter developed by Elster and Freestyle Technology is using ZigBee technology from Ember to help utilities and consumers better manage their water cost and usage. Read more

November 16, 2011 As medical sensors monitoring both people and their environment proliferate, Freescale Semiconductor aims to reintegrate them with a home health hub (HHH) reference design that handles all popular wired and wireless protocols—a kind of universal router for connecting cloud computers to home health care. Read more

October 27, 2011 The platform is capable of sensing the flow of Bluetooth devices in a given street, roadway or passageway while differentiating hands-free car kits from pedestrian phones. Sensor data is then transferred by a multi-hop ZigBee radio, via an internet gateway, to a server. The traffic measurements can then be analysed to address congestion of either vehicle or pedestrian traffic. Read more

October 26, 2011 HomePlug Alliance, Wi-Fi Alliance and ZigBee Alliance has signed an agreement formalizing the Consortium for SEP 2 Interoperability. The Consortium will provide the Smart Grid ecosystem with confidence in application and device interoperability. The ecosystem embraces utilities, product vendors and consumers. Read more

October 19, 2011 Atmel® Corporation has announced a RF transceiver to support the high-volume consumer markets in the 2.4 GHz ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) band. The AT86RF232 transceiver includes all the necessary features to support the latest wireless applications in the consumer segment including excellent RF performance, lower power consumption, high-link budget and antenna diversity. Read more

October 12, 2011 Ultrawideband is back. The IMEC research institute will describe and demonstrate early next year a chip set using the technology that sunk a handful of startups a few years ago. UWB rode up and down the hype curve in the past decade as Intel and others tried to harness it as the transport for wireless USB, outfitted with the WiMedia air interface for 100 Mbit/second data rates. Read more

September 16, 2011 Armed with a new deal to integrate its MEMS sensor algorithms into Texas Instruments's ZigBee-based radio frequency for consumer electronics (RF4CE) hardware platform—RemoTI—Hillcrest Laboratories Inc., hopes to penetrate further into the fast growing markets for MEMS-based motion-control interfaces for Smart TV, streaming video, motion-based gaming and 3-D gesture control. Read more

August 17, 2011 The ZigBee® Alliance has announced the Smart Energy Profile version 2.0 draft 0.7 was unanimously approved in the latest Smart Energy Working Group letter ballot. This successful vote is a major milestone in the completion of the Smart Energy 2.0 standard and keeps it on schedule. Read more

August 10, 2011 At the heart of the smart grid transformation, smart meters perform many functions; so many, in fact, that new In-Stat research forecasts worldwide smart meter revenues will eclipse USD12 billion by 2016, the vast majority ZigBee-enabled. Read more

August 3, 2011 Four groups agreed to form a new body to certify products based on the emerging Smart Energy Profile 2.0 (SEP 2) geared for delivering smart grid information to home networks. Read more

July 28, 2011 The ZigBee Alliance has released ZigBee Gateway, its tenth standard and the first in a new family of planned ZigBee Network Device standards. Read more

July 27, 2011 Fabless semiconductor company, Utrectht-based GreenPeak Technologies has unveiled the company’s first reference design for an RF4CE USB stick for the integration of RF4CE technology in PCs and home entertainment applications like set-top boxes, TVs and media players. Read more

June 22, 2011 Libelium completed its Smart Cities platform with a new sensor board aimed at measuring noise pollution, dust quantities, structural health and garbage levels. This board may be combined in a network with previously available sensor boards, for gas monitoring, radiation detection and smart parking, thus offering a comprehensive range of sensors for urban use. System integrators can now deploy a heterogeneous wireless sensor network with a combination of sensor boards to support a comprehensive range of city council services. Read more

June 15, 2011 RF Micro Devices has unveiled a highly integrated ZigBee® front end module (FEM), designated RF6555, optimized for smart energy/advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) applications providing utilities and consumers more control over how they monitor and save energy. Read more

June 2, 2011 The first device in Freescale Semiconductor's MC1323x family optimised for consumer applications using ZigBee RF4CE technology is now available in production quantities. A MC1323x development kit with integrated Synaptics TouchPad technology is also available to help accelerate design cycles and ease the migration from infrared (IR) to radio frequency (RF) technology. Read more

May 3, 2011 RF Monolithics has introduced the ZPM3570 2.4 GHz ZigBee Pro module at the Embedded Systems Conference (ESC) 2011 in Silicon Valley. Its small size, 1-MB data logging flash memory, and ZigBee Smart Energy and Home Automation Profiles support, makes the module ideal for enabling smart homes that can control appliances, lighting, environment, energy management and security. Read more

April 13, 2011 Texas Instruments has announced delivery of a mobile-grade, battery-optimized Wi-Fi solution to the open source Linux community as part of the OpenLink™ project, focused on providing a wide range of wireless connectivity solutions for native Linux. Read more

April 7, 2011 RF Micro Devices has teamed with Atmel Corporation to deliver ZigBee solutions for a broad range of smart energy applications. Read more

March 1, 2011 Jorjin Technologies, supplier of wireless system in package modules,  just opened a sales and support office in the UK,  aimed at developing the company's wireless LAN and Zigbee module business in Europe, working alongside key IC partners and supporting existing distribution channels. Read more

February 23, 2011 An emerging body area network (BAN) technology is gearing up to compete with Bluetooth Low Energy across a broad range of medical and consumer applications. The competition comes as medical devices are increasingly adopting a growing set of wireless network technologies including Wi-Fi and Zigbee. Read more

February 9, 2011 Skyworks Solutions and Ember have introduced innovative solutions for ZigBee® applications targeting the growing energy management, home area network and industrial automation markets. ZigBee® is a wireless network standard that solves the unique needs of remote monitoring and control, and sensor-network applications. Specific wireless applications range from lighting control, to door and window sensors, to appliance and temperature controllers. Read more

January 25, 2011 Test, certification and compliance specialist, TRaC, has further expanded its capabilities in ZigBee Testing to include testing for ZigBee Remote Control (ZRC) devices. The service covers both the remote control devices and their target counterparts, with ZRC increasingly being employed in cutting edge equipment such as HD TV, Blu-ray, Set Top Boxes and other products using similar advanced technology. Read more

January 10, 2011 Standards-based secure and interoperable RF-based remote controls will enable two-way communication without line-of-sight requirements. The Atmel Key Remote Controller based on the ZigBee Remote Control standard uses the ATmega128RFA1 single-chip wireless device microcontroller. ZigBee Remote Control also offers flexible control of devices from nearby rooms and for devices placed almost anywhere - including behind wood, interior walls or glass. Read more

December 23, 2010 The ZigBee® Alliance has announced the completion of ZigBee Input Device, the latest global standard for human interface devices used in consumer electronics (CE) and computer accessories. Read more

December 22, 2010 The ZigBee® Alliance has announced the completion of ZigBee Input Device, the latest global standard for human interface devices used in consumer electronics (CE) and computer accessories. Read more

December 1, 2010 RFMD's newly introduced RF6535 ZigBee front end module (FEM) has been combined with Freescale's MC1321x System-in-Package (SiP) to create the RF6535/MC1321x reference design. The RF6535/MC1321x reference design claims to simplify RF design requirements, and reduce cost and complexity. It targets IEEE 802.15.4 designs/ZigBee Smart Energy and Home Area Network (HAN) applications. Read more

November 3, 2010 RF Micro Devices has announced it will showcase its industry-leading high-performance RF components at electronica 2010, in Munich from November 9 to November 12, 2010. Read more

October 15, 2010 Millennial Net has announced MeshScape® 5,the latest version of its patented technology specifically configured for OEM-embedded applications. It includes a rich set of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) for rapid integration with sophisticated applications. Read more

October 14, 2010 Telit Wireless Solutions is launching a module featuring wireless M-Bus transfer technology, designated E50-868, which supports uni- and bi-directional RF connections at 868 MHz between meters for gas, water, heating or electricity and concentrators. This exchange of data forms the basis for the use of smart meters. They increase the accuracy and transparency of bills, offer better customer service and help improve energy efficiency. Read more

October 1, 2010 IDC's new ZB103 Gateway provides a ZigBee to serial interface (RS232/RS422/RS485) connection, and can convert serial devices, such as intelligent sensors, RFID and barcode readers into wireless devices. The ZB103 is designed for use in applications such as remote control and monitoring of fixed machinery where cables are difficult to install, or transferring data to and from mobile plants. Read more

September 16, 2010 The adoption of ZigBee RF4CE within the home entertainment market underpinned much of the growth seen in the wireless sensor networks (WSN) market over the past year. During a period in which the key ZigBee markets of smart metering and smart energy were impacted by the economic slowdown, the launch of RF4CE and the support it has received from some of the world's key home entertainment manufacturers has seen demand for ICs supporting the specification grow dramatically. Read more

September 7, 2010 GreenPeak Technologies has added smart "push messaging" and "find-me" apps to its current offering of communication controllers for ZigBee RF4CE remote controls. GreenPeak's ultra low power synchronization technique allows both applications to operate with a minimal impact on battery life thereby allowing the remote control battery life to reach more than ten years. Read more

August 25, 2010 As consumer demands for more integrated home entertainment devices and hidden peripherals increase, manufacturers of RF-based devices are designing better performing, more efficient and less expensive solutions to meet that demand. Read more

July 27, 2010 IDC is providing optimum interface capabilities for its ZigBee range of wireless mesh products, with the launch of its ZB104 Ethernet Gateway. Read more

July 26, 2010 Dutch chip company NXP has acquired Jennic, a fabless chip company offering wireless connectivity ICs, for $12.2 million plus an additional $7.8 million over the next two years if Jennic meets certain performance targets. Read more

July 14, 2010 The ZigBee® Alliance, a global ecosystem of companies creating wireless solutions supporting energy management in residential, commercial and consumer electronics applications, has announced that LG Electronics and Toshiba have joined the ZigBee RF4CE™ Steering Committee focused on driving ZigBee RF4CE standardized solutions throughout the consumer electronics industry. Read more

June 29, 2010 Radiocrafts AS has introduced a compact ZigBee module dedicated for Smart Energy applications (ZNM-SE). The module is based on a ZigBee PRO compliant platform and offers a complete ZigBee PRO protocol including support for the ZigBee Smart Energy profile. Read more

June 24, 2010 The uptake of Wi-Fi within healthcare has grown at more than 60 percent over the past 12 months in both wireless local area network and Wi-Fi RTLS (Real-Time Locations Systems) deployments, and high double-digit growth is expected to continue for at least the medium term, according to ABI Research. Read more

May 13, 2010 Radiocrafts AS has expanded their product line with a compact ZigBee PRO Network Module (ZNM) for use in ZigBee based mesh networks. Read more

May 11, 2010 TRaC has further extended its leading position in testing and certification services by adding formal certification testing to the new ZigBee Health Care Profile, within days of the Profile being ratified by the ZigBee Alliance. Read more

May 10, 2010 Alps Electric Europe GmbH has announced the UGFZ1 series, an all-in-one WLAN module for wireless networks. The module's built-in CPU and networking protocol combined with low energy consumption enables easy setup of sensor or other device networks, such as those used for smart meters. 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

March 24, 2010 The ZigBee Alliance is to expand its participation in the European Union’s various standardization efforts and will set up a European headquarters to help with this effort. Read more

March 18, 2010 The ZigBee® Alliance and the Wi-Fi Alliance® are collaborating on wireless home area networks (HAN) for Smart Grid applications. Read more

March 17, 2010 Agilent Technologies has announced that its new release of SystemVue software generates C++ code and supports X-parameter models for connecting communications system-level design to baseband DSP and RF design flows. SystemVue 2010.01 also includes 4G applications for digital pre-distortion and MIMO channel modeling, as well as updates to its LTE, DVB-2, OFDM, and ZigBee reference libraries. Read more

March 11, 2010 The XBee-PRO ZB from Digi International is the industry's first foolproof programmable ZigBee module for easy and safe ZigBee application development. Customer applications can be programmed directly on the module, eliminating the need and cost of a separate processor and reducing time-to-market. Because the Digi-provided wireless software is isolated, customers can easily develop applications with no risk to RF performance and security. As part of iDigi, customers can also use the iDigi platform to easily integrate XBee ZigBee endpoints into their systems. Read more

March 8, 2010 Analog Devices has announced the availability of an RF transceiver targeting short-range wireless systems in the global 2.4 GHz ISM (industrial, science and medical) band. Read more

March 8, 2010 Digi International has introduced the programmable XBee-PRO® ZB, the industry’s first foolproof programmable ZigBee® module for easy and safe ZigBee application development. Customer applications can be programmed directly on the module, eliminating the need and cost of a separate processor and reducing time-to-market. Read more