Robin Mitchell

Robin Mitchell is an electronic engineer who has been involved in electronics since the age of 13. After completing a BEng at the University of Warwick, Robin moved into the field of online content creation, developing articles, news pieces, and projects aimed at professionals and makers alike. Currently, Robin runs a small electronics business, MitchElectronics, which produces educational kits and resources.

Mythic Announces Latest AI chip – The M1076

AI chip company Mythic has recently announced the release of their latest AI chip, the M1076. What hardware challenges does AI face, how do Mythic products overcome this, and what

19-06-2021

Samsung Develop a Flexible OLED Display for Wearable Devices

Recently, Samsung announced the development of a flexible OLED display that could provide invaluable to future wearable devices. What challenges do wearable devices face, what has

Wearables | 17-06-2021

Huawei Invests in Lithography to Achieve Supply-Chain Sovereignty

Recently, Huawei Technology Investments invested $12.8 million into Beijing RSLaser Opto-Electronics to help secure its semiconductor supply chain. Why are nations moving towards s

16-06-2021

Amazon Sidewalk – A Step Too Far in Wide-Area Networks

Recently, Amazon announced its development of a new network system called “Sidewalk” that can help to connect devices more reliably to the internet. What is “sidewalk”, why is it a

16-06-2021

Japan to Head National Project to Revive Semiconductor Manufacturing

Japan used to be a major player in the production of semiconductors but is now responsible for less than 10% of devices globally. How did Japan rise to fame in the electronics indu

Semiconductors | 15-06-2021

Apple Airtags – Apple moves to improve privacy, but is it enough?

Recently, Apple announced that it will be taking measures to improve the privacy of its AirTag products. What are Apple AirTags, why do they pose a serious privacy concern, and are

Privacy | 14-06-2021

European Processor Initiative Tapes Out Their First RISC-V Test Chip

Recently, the EPI announced that it has developed its first HPC chip using RISC-V technology and is now in the stages of having the device fabricated. What is the EPI, what will th

RISC-V | 12-06-2021

Police in Wales to Deploy IoT Sensors to Protect Farmers

Recently, an initiative from the police in Wales was announced that aims to protect farmers using IoT technologies. What challenges do farmers present, how will the initiative work

IoT | 11-06-2021

Apple releases a new ECG alert system – Why it matters but how it’s not an ECG!

Recently, Apple launched a new app for their smartwatch devices in Australia that monitors heart erythema and warns users of their condition. How do most smart devices monitor hear

10-06-2021