Single core mcu offers 'unrivalled performance'
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STMicroelectronics has introduced an advanced multi touch 'resistive' touchscreen controller chip, which it claims provides 'unrivalled performance' and support low power gesture based user experiences.
The STM32TS60 is a multi touch controller capable of detecting up to 10 simultaneous touches with fingers, nails or stylus and designed to enable application designers to replace complex menu sequences with more direct and natural user controls. These include actions such as browsing and selecting options, handwriting and data entry, arranging and sizing windows, picking up and dragging images and game play.
The single core microcontroller has been designed to overcome emi noise issues and is suitable for use in multi function wireless products such as cellphones, notebook pcs, netbooks and mobile Internet devices.
Jim Nicholas, general manager of ST's Microcontrollers Division, said: "The STM32T60 is the first member of ST's new STMTouch family and provides a very low power, highly reliable alternative to capacitive touchscreen solutions. By leveraging the advanced processing and low power of the STM32 and STM8 processor platforms, and supporting different touchscreen capabilities, STMTouch is a versatile platform for next generation consumer devices offering compelling features, increased flexibility and more fun for users."
