When it comes to processing units for embedded boards, there are typically two options – Intel x86 architecture chips, and ARM (SoC) chips. In embedded technology, ARM SoC chips have widely become the preferred technology due to their cost and power efficiencies in limited spaces. However, when it comes to x86 type chips, the major trustworthy brands are known – Intel, AMD, and a couple other makers. Less well known are some of the ARM…
Custom Linux Distros through Yocto Project Gaining Traction for Tablets/Panel PCs For some Tablet and Panel PC applications, a familiar, user friendly operating system is necessary. Certain users will require the flexibility of Windows or Android operating systems to download key software or work with specific cloud-based programs. However, for many devices with specific purposes, full fledged consumer or commercial grade operating systems are a needless expense, and open the device up to misuse and…
Panel PCs have become the preferred option for industrial control, equipment control, home and entertainment control systems everywhere. Their simple adaptability – no need for custom switches and buttons – means they are easier to work with, faster and cheaper to install, and that they provide a more customized control scheme than is otherwise possible. For these applications, a compact, efficient touchscreen and profile that fits into existing cabinets or wall-boxes is ideal. Estone Technology…
Though a variety of Operating System companies are now producing versions of their OSes designed for efficient, embedded systems and the Internet of Things, Linux-powered Operating System releases continue to reign supreme. Popular platforms today include many well known Android releases, Meego, Snapgear, Embedded Debian, and more. These operating systems are popular because they are typically designed around a very lean Linux kernel, and have been optimized for features and elements commonly found on and…
You’ve seen them, here and there – iPads and Android Tablets anchored in place on a kiosk, display stand, piece of signage, or a special purpose booth with a special mount, or maybe even zip ties and double-sided tape. When in need of a Panel PC for human-machine interaction purposes, data collection, or retail operations, the urge to use a consumer grade tablet can be strong. After all, they’re affordable, easily available, and familiar to…
It’s a fact – no matter what industry you’re a part of, or what industries you serve, automation is a growing part of everything with in it. Human-Machine Interaction, whether it’s controlling industrial equipment or accepting retail payments, is now a part of nearly every aspect of our days. For years, Human Machine Interactions (HMIs) have been the domain of buttons, switches, dials, and keypads, but over the past decade, touchscreens have become ubiquitous, offering…
HIO Project is a development effort to create expandable modular hardware platforms for building embedded systems and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The goal is to provide affordable embedded computer building blocks that can be used across the entire product development cycle – from evaluation, development, prototyping to finish product. It is based on the bottom up approach, enabling developers to build a custom embedded computer tailored to their applications starting with the minimal building…
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – April 8th, 2014 HABEY USA, a leading manufacturer of embedded computer and a Freescale Connect Partner, announces The HIO Project, an open hardware project to enable developers and users to have access to an affordable Freescale i.MX6 ARM Cortex A9 Processor based open architecture platform.The core component of the HIO Project is the HIO Mainboard, model HIO-EMB-1200. It is a Post-it sized, Lego-like ARM based open modular platform for rapid prototyping,…
Shifting into a more productive, mobile future, companies like Microsoft, Intel and Google are trying to figure out ways to optimize their programs and make their products more compact. Advantages for enterprise & regular consumer are endless once these systems start to roll out into the market. Whether it be tablets, tablet computers, ultra-books, small form factor computers, digital signage, and point of sales, the technological advances move towards more intelligent interactive terminals. INTELLIGENT INTERACTIVE…
Intel has announced today its release of the Intel Embedded Graphics Media and Graphics Driver (Intel EMGD) v 1.6. The driver allows for support on the various Intel Chipsets such as Intel® Atom™ System Controller Hub US15W, US15WP and US15WPT or the Intel® Atom™ Processor E6xx (Tunnel Creek) Series. The Intel EMGD v 1.6 adds features to the Intel integrated GMA 500 & 600 graphics chipset, developed specifically for OEMs and embedded applications. With this improved driver,…
