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.

Is Intel about to fundamentally change?

Intel is one of the last major giants in the semiconductor industry who remains stubborn in their production method; they must make their own devices. What challenges has Intel fac

12-03-2021

Nvidia Hampers Crypto Mining on their Latest Graphics Cards

Recent information has come to light that Nvidia aims to reduce its GPUs capability of cryptocurrency mining. Why are GPUs generally favoured in cryptocurrency mining, why is Nvidi

11-03-2021

Which? Claims the UK Population Could be Owed £480 Million by Qualcomm

Recently, Qualcomm’s licensing and royalties practices have come under fire by multiple industry sectors and businesses as being unfair. Now, Which? in the UK has determined that Q

10-03-2021

It Happened as Predicted; COVID Tracing App Abused by Police

Recent reports from Singapore reveal how the police utilise tracing apps to attempt to find criminals in serious crimes. What are COVID tracing apps, how do they work, and why are

10-03-2021

Fujitsu to Use Supercomputer to Provide Tsunami Tracking

Recently, Fujitsu announced that it is working with researchers to develop a tsunami prediction warning system. Why is predicting the effects of tsunamis difficult, what system wil

09-03-2021

Are semiconductor plants too sensitive?

Recent extreme weather in Texas has left thousands without power, many being charged extortionate amounts on their electrical bill, and semiconductor plants out of operation. What

Semiconductors | 08-03-2021

IBM Unveils Worlds First Quad-Core AI Accelerator Chip

Recently, IBM announced the development of the world’s first quad-core AI accelerator chip. What advantages do AI accelerators provide, what details surround IBMs, new device, and

08-03-2021

Apple Looking for LiDAR Providers

Apple has been working on self-driving vehicles for a while, but recent reports show that the tech giant is now looking for LiDAR providers. How has Apple been involved with the au

07-03-2021

Texas Power Outage – The Series of Unfortunate Events that Shut Down Semiconductor Foundries

Recent storm weather in Texas has brought with it some of the coldest temperatures in decades. Why is power out in portions of the US state, how has it affected the semiconductor i

Semiconductors | 06-03-2021