STMicroelectronics' Chips Stand Guard in Haltian's Trackerphone for Children and Seniors
March 28 2017 - 9:01AM
Geneva, March 28, 2017 -- Motion-sensing and
data-processing chips from STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global
semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of
electronics applications, help increase family safety in the
Snowfox trackerphone, a two-way portable communication device with
locating capabilities designed for children and seniors by Haltian,
a Finnish design and engineering start-up.
The matchbox-sized, easy-to-carry trackerphone maps its wearer
in real time in addition to letting you reach them by calling. A
simple one-button control on the device prompts notifications and
call requests to family members, who can monitor their loved ones
through a free smartphone app that offers various map views,
location history, and event timeline.
ST's MEMS accelerometer inside the trackerphone detects the user
activity to start the location measurements while the
ultra-low-power STM32 microcontroller makes sure everything works
reliably on minimal energy use. The outstanding real-time
performance and power efficiency of ST chips gives Snowfox users
the perfect balance of functionality and battery life.
"You simply cannot make compromises when you design a personal
safety device," said Pasi Leipälä, CEO and co-founder, Haltian.
"Based on our extensive study of different manufacturers and their
solutions, we chose an ultra-low-power STM32 microcontroller for
its perfect combination of power conservation, rich set of
peripherals, and optimum package size. Similarly, the ST
accelerometer scored best for us in power consumption and
performance."
"The Snowfox trackerphone enables children and seniors to remain
active and stay connected, giving their family members peace of
mind in keeping their loved ones safe," said Iain Currie, Vice
President North Europe Sales, STMicroelectronics. "Haltian's
decision to rely on ST's high-performance, ultra-low-power chips
confirms our enabling role in the development of innovative
applications that help people get more from life."
ST's state-of-the-art technologies have also contributed to the
success of Haltian's hardware prototyping platform, Thingsee One,
for creating new IoT (Internet of Things) products and
services.
More information about the Snowfox trackerphone with ST chips,
including pricing and availability, is available at
www.snowfoxfamily.com
About STMicroelectronics
ST is a global semiconductor leader delivering intelligent and
energy-efficient products and solutions that power the electronics
at the heart of everyday life. ST's products are found everywhere
today, and together with our customers, we are enabling smarter
driving and smarter factories, cities and homes, along with the
next generation of mobile and Internet of Things devices. By
getting more from technology to get more from life, ST stands for
life.augmented.
In 2016, the Company's net revenues were $6.97 billion, serving
more than 100,000 customers worldwide. Further information can be
found at www.st.com.
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