Microcontrollers have come a long way, with 8-bit MCUs demonstrating tremendous resilience and application innovations through advances in memory, power consumption, packaging, and peripherals. 8-bit ...

This application note discusses some advanced solutions for simple applications using Microchip’s 8-bit microcontrollers (MCUs). This document covers the features and peripherals of 8-bit MCUs, ...

San Mateo, Calif. – Actel Corp. today will throw its hat into the microcontroller ring by introducing an 8-bit MCU platform for integration in its ProASIC Plus, Axcelerator, SX-A and ...

The automotive industry has experienced significant changes in recent years due to electrification and the growing demand for enhanced safety, comfort, and luxury features. In today’s high-end ...

The year Intel rolled out its first 8-bit microprocessor, Apollo 17 landed on the Moon. The Volkswagen Beetle became the best-selling car in history, surpassing the Ford Model T. And “The Godfather” ...

Princeton Technology recently launched an MP3 decoder and 8-bit micro-controller unit (MCU), aimed at the market for MP3 players, PDAs (personal digital assistants) and digital reading pens and radios ...

Designers and programmers face several obstacles when an 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) no longer meets the performance needs of their application and a change in architecture is required. At the top of ...