Mikroe’s Stephano-I Click delivers WiFi and Bluetooth LE connectivity for reliable IoT

Stephano-I Click from MIKROE, is a compact add-on board designed to add WiFi and Bluetooth LE connectivity to any embedded application. A new member of Mikroe’s mikroBUS enabled Click board family, this board features the Stephano-I (2617011025000) radio module from Würth Elektronik.

Comments Nebojsa Matic, CEO of Mikroe: “Stephano-I Click is ideal for IoT, smart home, and industrial applications, enabling low power wireless communication with smart devices and cloud services.”

The Stephano-I module supports IEEE 802.11 b/g/n WiFi in the 2.4GHz band and Bluetooth LE 5 in both peripheral and central roles, offering dual radio support with a simple AT command interface over UART. It features a 1Mbps data rate, WiFi output power up to 13.4dBm, and Bluetooth LE output power up to 4.5dBm. The Click board includes standard UART communication pins, hardware flow control, reset and wake-up options, and additional unpopulated debug and boot control pins for advanced functionality.

Stephano-I Click is fully compatible with the mikroBUS socket and can be used on any host system supporting the mikroBUS standard. It comes with the mikroSDK open-source libraries, offering unparalleled flexibility for evaluation and customisation.

Stephano-I Click also features the ClickID function which simplifies use by enabling the host system to seamlessly and automatically detect and identify this add-on board.

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Microchip integrates buck converters, LDOs and a controller

The rapid integration of AI into industrial, computing and data centre applications is fuelling a growing demand for more efficient and advanced power management solutions. Microchip has announced the MCP16701, a Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) designed to meet the needs of high-performance MPU and FPGA designers. The MCP16701 integrates eight 1.5A buck converters that can be paralleled, four 300 mA internal Low Dropout Voltage Regulators (LDOs) and a controller to drive external MOSFETs.

This highly integrated device can result in a 48% area reduction with less than 60% of the component count of a discrete solution. The MCP16701 is in a small-form-factor 8 mm × 8 mm VQFN package to offer a compact and flexible power management solution for space-constrained applications. The MCP16701 meets diverse power needs and supports Microchip’s PIC64-GX MPU and PolarFire® FPGAs with a configurable feature set.

The MCP16701 features an I2C communication interface to simply and enhance communication efficiency between the PMIC and other system components. The device operates within a temperature range of TJ −40°C to +105°C for reliable performance in diverse environmental conditions.

A key feature of the MCP16701 is its ability to dynamically change Vout levels for all converters in 12.5 mV/25 mV increments. This maximum flexibility allows designers to fine-tune power delivery to meet specific application requirements, helping enhance overall system efficiency and performance.

The MCP16701 joins a family of Microchip PMIC products, including the MCP16502, MCP16501 and others—that are used to power high-performance MPU applications targeting industrial computing, data centres, IoT and edge AI.

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u-blox introduces ANNA-B5 a compact, powerful and secure Bluetooth LE module

u-blox has announced the launch of the ANNA-B5 Bluetooth LE module. Built on Nordic Semiconductor’s next-generation wireless SoC, the nRF54L15 chipset is an ultra-compact module (6.5 × 6.5 mm) featuring a fully integrated antenna on the module, high security, a powerful MCU as well as distance measurements capabilities.

Designed with a new antenna solution for size-constrained, battery-powered applications, the ANNA-B5 delivers robust performance across industrial automation, smart home/smart building, healthcare, asset tracking and a broad range of other segments. Supporting Bluetooth LE, 802.15.4 with Thread, Zigbee, and Matter, ANNA-B5 ensures seamless connectivity. Qualified against Bluetooth® Core 6.0, the System in Package (SiP) module includes Bluetooth® Channel Sounding, providing more accurate range measurements.

With its next-generation security features, including physical tamper detection, secure boot, secure storage, and a crypto accelerator, it is designed to meet PSA Certified Level 3. This makes it an ideal choice for applications that require advanced security and compliance with the latest regulatory requirements, ensuring long-term viability in the evolving IoT landscape.

The ANNA-B5 module is powered by the Nordic Semiconductor nRF54L15 ultra-low power wireless SoC, featuring an Arm Cortex-M33 MCU running at 128 MHz, 256 kB of RAM, and 1.5 MB of non-volatile memory. Optimised for ultra-low power consumption, it is ideal for applications demanding extended battery life.

The module’s compact size (6.5 × 6.5 × 1.2 mm) with a fully integrated antenna makes it suitable for a wide range of IoT devices. Its compatibility with other u-blox ANNA modules is key to effortless technology migration, such as transitioning to the latest generation of Bluetooth LE modules.

With its professional-grade u-connectXpress software, ANNA-B5 ensures reduced compliance costs, faster time to market, and seamless international deployment.

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HSYCO expands smart building integration with new Shelly driver

HSYCO has announced the launch of its new Shelly Driver, transforming the way homes and businesses manage energy, lighting, and automation. As the demand for energy-conscious and IoT-driven solutions continues to rise, HSYCO’s Shelly integration provides seamless, future-proof automation for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

With this latest addition, HSYCO empowers users to instantly connect and control Shelly’s Wi-Fi-enabled smart relays, sensors, and energy meters—maximising efficiency and convenience. Whether it’s reducing energy consumption, enhancing security, or streamlining automation, the Shelly Driver delivers flexibility for both small-scale smart homes and large commercial automation projects.

Key Features
Effortless Connectivity – Instantly integrate Shelly devices with HSYCO’s powerful automation platform.
Real-Time Monitoring & Control – Easily manage and track Shelly smart relays, plugs, and sensors via HSYCO’s fully customisable, web-based graphical interface.
Scalable & Flexible – Suitable for both small-scale smart homes and large commercial automation projects, tailored to meet unique user needs.
Enhanced User Experience – A streamlined interface for intuitive control and seamless automation.
Smarter Energy Management – Gain real-time valuable insights to reduce energy consumption and improve sustainability.
Free iOS and Android App and wearable support
Why Choose HSYCO’s Shelly Driver?
Plug & Play – Simple setup for quick deployment.
Interoperability – Connect Shelly devices with 100+ protocols already supported by HSYCO.
Custom Automation – Build tailored automation scenarios to meet unique needs.
Secure & Reliable – Ensure safe and stable operation in any environment.

About HSYCO
HSYCO is a versatile supervision platform that supports over 100 protocols and is continually evolving to integrate emerging technologies. It simplifies the creation of secure, scalable solutions for industrial and building automation. With a graphical interface, HSYCO streamlines control, enhances user experience, and minimises operator training. Integration and interoperability optimise efficiency, reducing duplicative activities and costs in field systems. The platform ensures safety by combining functionalities and automating responses to alarms. HSYCO provides a secure umbrella for diverse systems, correcting unexpected behaviours and preventing unauthorised activities for enhanced security. Customisable and open for developers, HSYCO offers a powerful API based on Java and JavaScript languages. It caters to complex installations while remaining easy to maintain.

 https://hsyco.com/

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