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New Tech Tuesdays: Compact SBCs Are Shortening Embedded Development Cycles

On February 3, 2026 in Computing, Dev Tools, Industrial, Maker, New Tech Tuesdays by Mouser Technical Content Staff

High-performance SBCs and computer modules such as the Raspberry Pi CM5 accelerate embedded development with comprehensive features that enable rapid prototyping and faster time-to-market.

Tagged With: compute modules, dge computing, digital signage, embedded systems, industrial controllers, product development, rapid prototyping, raspberry pi cm5, sbcs, single-board computers

New Tech Tuesdays: USB 3.2 Gen 2x1: High-Speed Design Made Simple

On January 6, 2026 in Computing, Connectors, Dev Tools, Industrial, IoT, New Tech Tuesdays by Mouser Technical Content Staff

USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 delivers 10Gbps over a single lane, simplifying PCB design for embedded, FPGA, and IoT systems. Explore its benefits and dev tools.

Tagged With: embedded usb interface, ez-usb fx10 kit, fpga usb solutions, high-speed usb, iot usb connectivity, single-lane usb routing, usb 10gbps, usb 3.2 gen 2x1, usb development tools, usb type-c design

New Tech Tuesdays: Voice Assistants Are Getting Local—And That Changes Things

On December 30, 2025 in All, Audio, Automotive, Dev Tools, Industrial, IoT, New Tech Tuesdays by Mouser Technical Content Staff

Voice assistants are moving to the edge with embedded AI, enabling faster, private, and offline voice control for smart devices and automotive systems.

Tagged With: edge AI, embedded AI, local voice processing, MCU for voice, offline voice assistant, on-device voice recognition, Renesas RA8M1, smart home voice, voice assistant chip, voice user interface

New Tech Tuesdays: Hardware Security Keys Are Back: Physical Authentication Gains Ground

On October 28, 2025 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, IoT, New Tech Tuesdays, Security by Mouser Technical Content Staff

Hardware security keys offer phishing-resistant, passwordless authentication for enterprise, healthcare, and consumer devices

Tagged With: FIDO2, hardware security keys, multi-factor authentication, NFC key, passwordless login, phishing-resistant, physical authentication, secure element, U2F, USB key

Using GitHub for Hardware Development

On October 9, 2025 in Automation, Computing, Dev Tools, General, Industrial, IoT, Open Source, Robotics, STEAM by Mike Parks

GitHub isn’t just for software. Discover how it optimizes hardware development for schematics, PCBs, firmware, and documentation, improving collaboration and traceability for embedded systems.

Tagged With: ci/cd, collaboration, electronic components , embedded systems, firmware, github, hardware development, pcb design, schematics, version control

Uno Q Marks Exciting New Chapter for Arduino

On October 7, 2025 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, General, IoT by Matt Campbell

Discover the Arduino UNO Q, a dual-processor board for Linux AI computing and real-time control. Powered by a Qualcomm MPU and STM32U585 MCU, it redefines embedded development.

Tagged With: arduino app lab, arduino uno q, edge ai, embedded development board, iot development, linux on arduino, mpu development kit, qualcomm qrb2210, real-time mcu, stm32u585

AI as an Engineering Tool

On July 11, 2025 in All, Dev Tools, EIT 2025, Empowering Innovation, General, Sensors by Becks Simpson

Learn how hardware developers and AI can work together to accelerate projects across all stages, from start to finish.

Tagged With: ai, arduino, chatgpt, hardware, llms, sketch

New Tech Tuesdays: Tri-Radio Tech Upgrades Smart Home Connectivity

On May 13, 2025 in All, Dev Tools, IoT, New Tech Tuesdays, RF, Wireless by Mouser Technical Content Staff

The NXP RW612’s tri-radio technology is having a transformative impact on smart homes and the IoT. Learn how the RW612 enables Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy, and 802.15.4 to enhance connectivity, security, and efficiency in modern devices.

Tagged With: 802.15.4, ble, connectivity, efficiency, iot, matter over thread, nxp rw612, security, smart home, thread, tri-radio, wi-fi 6, zigbee

Embedded Development Using No-Code/Low-Code Platforms

On March 13, 2025 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, General, Open Source by Mike Parks

No-code/low-code (NCLC) platforms allow non-programmers to build apps. Popular for desktop and web, they're expanding to embedded systems. Examine NCLC platforms’ capabilities and limitations, like tools with drag-and-drop interfaces for rapid development but limits on customization and performance.

Tagged With: arduino, blocklyduino, development, embedded, labview, mendix, nclc, no-code/low-code, node-red, platform, scratch, torizon, visuino, xod

New Tech Tuesdays: Riding the Waves of Analog to Digital Audio

On February 12, 2025 in All, Audio, Automotive, Dev Tools, General, IoT, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Wireless by Mouser Technical Content Staff

Converting analog signals into digital audio is an intricate process. Learn how sampling, DSPs, and DACs work together to create the immersive sound you hear on your favorite devices, bridging the gap between engineering and artistry.

Tagged With: active noise cancellation, adc, analog devices, analog-to-digital converter, anc, audio enthusiasts, audio frequency modulation, audio signal chain, audio signal processing, audiophile, class-d audio amplifier, dac, digital signal processing, digital sound systems, digital-to-analog converter, dsp, headphone acoustics, max98380, maxim integrated, sampling and quantization, speaker technology, stmicroelectronics hfa80a

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