The demand for reliable, energy-efficient connectivity is growing faster than ever. From IoT sensors monitoring our homes to wearables tracking our health, modern technology depends on devices that can communicate seamlessly and reliably while conserving power. Leading this charge, Bluetooth has been offering low-power communication for years.
However, as the need for higher data rates and more robust performance grew, more innovation was needed. It has now arrived: CSEM’s icyTRX-DM Bluetooth Dual-Mode radio transceiver.
CSEM’s innovative technology integrates both Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) and Bluetooth Classic into a single, ultra-low power, dual-mode solution. Bluetooth LE is excellent for saving energy and supports audio streaming, although crowded areas remain a challenge. This dual-mode transceiver ensures reliable performance, supports older devices, and encourages wider adoption of Bluetooth LE. By combining the strengths of both Bluetooth modes, icyTRX-DM eliminates the trade-offs between energy efficiency and data transfer speed. Additionally, with support for both Bluetooth and IEEE 802.15.4, icyTRX-DM enhances interoperability across a wide range of devices and wireless ecosystems, making it a versatile solution for IoT applications.
The transceiver’s software-defined radio architecture ensures it remains future-proof, adapting to evolving wireless standards and proprietary protocols with ease. With support for data rates from 0.125 Mb/s to 3 Mb/s, it accommodates everything from low-power sensors to high-quality audio applications. Also, engineered using an advanced 22 nm CMOS process, it occupies only 1 mm² of space, making it ideal for system-on-chip (SoC) designs on next-generation devices.
More than just a connectivity solution, icyTRX-DM embodies sustainable innovation. By drastically reducing power consumption, it extends battery life, thereby reducing electronic waste from frequent battery replacements or discarded devices. In a world where billions of connected devices are deployed each year, these savings add up—not just for manufacturers and consumers, but for the planet.
In icyTRX-DM, CSEM has crafted a transceiver that delivers cutting-edge performance, uncompromising efficiency, and a blueprint for sustainable connectivity.
CSEM unveiled at ISSCC 2024, icyTRX-DM, its latest Bluetooth Dual-Mode radio transceiver.
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