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What to Expect at an I3C Plugfest?
on August 26, 2024

What to Expect at an I3C Plugfest?

Join Binho at the MIPI I3C Plugfest, where engineers collaborate to test and refine I3C device interoperability, fostering innovation in I3C implementations.

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Upcoming MIPI Demo Day Loaded With I3C Content
on August 26, 2024

Upcoming MIPI Demo Day Loaded With I3C Content

Get ready for MIPI Demo Day, packed with I3C content! Explore the latest innovations and advancements in I3C technology at this exciting event.

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MIPI I3C Plugfest Taking Place in Taipei in September
on August 26, 2024

MIPI I3C Plugfest Taking Place in Taipei in September

Binho is joining the MIPI I3C Plugfest in Taipei this September! We’ll be testing interoperability and pushing I3C forward—connect with us there!

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Renesas Unveils ARM Cortex-M85 Based MCU with I3C Ternary Mode Support
on November 3, 2023

Renesas Unveils ARM Cortex-M85 Based MCU with I3C Ternary Mode Support

Renesas unveils the RA8M1 MCU, the industry's first ARM Cortex-M85 core with full I3C HDR support, including HDR-DDR, HDR-TSL, and HDR-TSP modes.

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Microchip Launches PIC18-Q20 Curiosity Nano, Partners with Binho for I3C Analyzer
on October 23, 2023

Microchip Launches PIC18-Q20 Curiosity Nano, Partners with Binho for I3C Analyzer

Microchip's PIC18-Q20 Curiosity Nano dev board supports I3C Target-Only mode. Includes a free 45-day license for Binho’s I3C Basic Protocol Analyzer Plugin.

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Renesas Announces Latest MCUs with I3C on the Arm Cortex-M33
on March 14, 2023

Renesas Announces Latest MCUs with I3C on the Arm Cortex-M33

Renesas expands its RA series with new Cortex-M33 MCUs featuring integrated I3C, improving connectivity but lacking HDR-DDR mode.

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STMicro Launches STM32H5 MCU, First With I3C Peripheral
on March 8, 2023

STMicro Launches STM32H5 MCU, First With I3C Peripheral

STMicro introduces the STM32H5 series, its first MCUs with an I3C controller, marking a key step in I3C adoption for embedded systems.

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MIPI I3C Board Level Hardware Engineering Session at Embedded World 2023
on March 4, 2023

MIPI I3C Board Level Hardware Engineering Session at Embedded World 2023

MIPI Alliance joins Embedded World 2023 with an I3C session in the Board Level Hardware track. Binho shares insights on key presentations and I3C adoption trends.

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Espressif Announces New ESP32-P4, Includes I3C Support
on January 5, 2023

Espressif Announces New ESP32-P4, Includes I3C Support

Espressif's new ESP32-P4 features dual-core RISC-V CPUs up to 400MHz and includes MIPI I3C support, expanding high-performance MCU options.

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Debug for I3C Interop Event Planned for June 2023
on December 22, 2022

Debug for I3C Interop Event Planned for June 2023

Join Binho at the MIPI Debug for I3C Interop Event in June 2023, San Jose. Collaborate to test and enhance Debug for I3C implementations.

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Scout SC4420 I3C Serial Bus Controller Hands-On Review
on December 18, 2022

Scout SC4420 I3C Serial Bus Controller Hands-On Review

Hands-on with the Scout SC4420 I3C Serial Bus Controller! We built an automated I3C test bench and put it to the test—here’s what we found.

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NXP Introduces New MCX family of Microcontrollers, But Do They Support I3C?
on November 5, 2022

NXP Introduces New MCX family of Microcontrollers, But Do They Support I3C?

NXP's new MCX family includes four MCU series, one with a "broad range of peripherals." We visited NXP's Embedded World booth to find out if I3C is included.

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Adafruit Eye on NPI Offers A Fantastic Intro to I3C
on October 31, 2022

Adafruit Eye on NPI Offers A Fantastic Intro to I3C

Adafruit’s Eye on NPI segment features the P3S0200GM I3C Switch from NXP, offering a concise yet insightful 12-minute explanation of I3C’s key concepts.

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Texas Instruments I2C Level Translator Characterized for I3C
on October 31, 2022

Texas Instruments I2C Level Translator Characterized for I3C

Texas Instruments' TCA39306 is a dual bidirectional voltage-level translator with I3C support, officially characterized for I3C in its datasheet.

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USB-IF Releases I3C Device Class Specification
on July 17, 2022

USB-IF Releases I3C Device Class Specification

USB-IF releases the I3C Device Class Specification, creating a universal standard for I3C device interoperability, enabling smoother integration across systems.

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NXP Introduces I3C Interface Devices Webpage
on July 17, 2022

NXP Introduces I3C Interface Devices Webpage

NXP highlights its upcoming I3C-capable temperature sensors and makes its I3C products easier to find, improving accessibility for developers.

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ETSI Adopts MIPI I3C Basic for Smart Secure Platform
on June 30, 2022

ETSI Adopts MIPI I3C Basic for Smart Secure Platform

ETSI adopts MIPI I3C Basic for its Smart Secure Platform, enhancing security and interoperability. Devices on the bus can now access SSP's security services.

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MIPI I3C Interop Workshop Review - June 2022 (Munich)
on June 23, 2022

MIPI I3C Interop Workshop Review - June 2022 (Munich)

MIPI Alliance’s first I3C Interop Workshop opened to non-members in June 2022, Munich. A resounding success—here’s our firsthand review.

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Renesas Announces I3C Intelligent Switch Devices
on May 31, 2022

Renesas Announces I3C Intelligent Switch Devices

Renesas, in collaboration with Intel, unveils 2:4 and 2:8 I3C Intelligent Switches, enhancing I3C scalability for next-gen servers and infrastructure.

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MIPI Alliance to Host First I3C Interop Workshop Open to Non-Members
on May 14, 2022

MIPI Alliance to Host First I3C Interop Workshop Open to Non-Members

MIPI Alliance hosts its first I3C Interop Workshop, now open to non-members—join to explore I3C compatibility and interoperability.

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Renesas Releases an RF VGA with I3C Control Interface
on April 30, 2022

Renesas Releases an RF VGA with I3C Control Interface

Renesas introduces an RF VGA with I3C control, enhancing performance and integration in RF applications with advanced connectivity.

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Renesas Launches PMIC for DDR5 DIMMs With I3C Support
on April 30, 2022

Renesas Launches PMIC for DDR5 DIMMs With I3C Support

Renesas introduces a PMIC for DDR5 DIMMs featuring I3C support, optimizing power management and communication for next-gen memory modules.

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NXP RT500 & RT600 Crossover MCUs Enable I3C Development Today
on January 27, 2022

NXP RT500 & RT600 Crossover MCUs Enable I3C Development Today

NXP's RT500 & RT600 MCUs bring I3C support, making crossover microcontrollers more versatile for modern embedded applications.

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Diodes Inc. Announces High-Speed I3C 1:2 Mux
on January 27, 2022

Diodes Inc. Announces High-Speed I3C 1:2 Mux

Diodes Inc. introduces its first high-speed I3C 1:2 mux, expanding the ecosystem for I3C interface devices like switches and buffers.

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STMicro Sensors with I3C Support Available Now
on January 27, 2022

STMicro Sensors with I3C Support Available Now

STMicro's MEMS sensors with I3C support are now available, hinting at future microcontrollers featuring I3C peripherals.

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Bosch BMI263 IMU Supports I3C But Is Nowhere To Be Found
on January 16, 2022

Bosch BMI263 IMU Supports I3C But Is Nowhere To Be Found

Bosch’s BMI263 IMU boasts I3C support, yet finding it remains a challenge. Here’s what we know.

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TDK InvenSense IMUs Support I3C DDR Mode
on January 15, 2022

TDK InvenSense IMUs Support I3C DDR Mode

TDK InvenSense integrates I3C DDR mode into its IMUs, offering enhanced performance and protocol flexibility.

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Microchip Announces PIC18-Q20 Device Family with I3C Support
on January 15, 2022

Microchip Announces PIC18-Q20 Device Family with I3C Support

Microchip unveils PIC18-Q20 MCUs with I3C Target-Only mode, available via Curiosity Nano. Includes a free 45-day license for Binho's I3C Analyzer Plugin.

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