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Apple joins Amazon, Google, and Zigbee Alliance to create new standard for IP-based home devices

Apple, Google, Amazon, and the Zigbee Alliance announced on Wednesday that the companies would be forming a new working group with the intention of developing and promoting the adoption of a new IP-based connectivity standard for smart home products. The products would focus on increased compatibility, security, and simplified development for manufacturers.  Zigbee Alliance, whose […]

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Rumor: Apple looking to new supplier to improve battery charge times for next-gen iPhone models

The next-gen iPhone could feature even speedier charging. According to a new rumor, Apple might team up with new suppliers who can provide higher-powered charging components. The upgrade should finally allow the iPhone to compete with its Android rivals when it comes to charging speed. The iPhone models have historically beaten out most of their […]

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iFixit completes seventh-gen iPod nano teardowns, finds additional NAND Flash memory, Bluetooth, assorted mystery chips

It’s the teardowns that make things interesting. Per iFixit, the teardown of the seventh-gen iPod nano revealed the following interesting components: – The Toshiba THGBX2G7D2JLA01, which includes 16 gigabytes of NAND flash. The Broadcom BCM2078KUBG also includes both the Bluetooth and FM radios. – A touchscreen controller from Texas Instruments identified as 343S0538. – A […]

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Rumor: Qualcomm getting ready to prepare 4G LTE chips for next-gen iPhone handset

You’re probably going to need components if you’re going to build a snazzy new thing. Per DigiTimes, Taiwanese chip maker Qualcomm is said to be providing high-speed 4G long-term evolution chips produced using a 28-nanometer process. The company is expected to build its 4G LTE chips at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, supply chain sources shared […]