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New SigmaTel ARM9 SoC Looks Ideal for Robots
     

LinuxDevices.com reports that SigmaTel has
released an ARM9-based System-on-Chip aimed at Linux-based personal
navigation devices but it looks like it would be ideal for robots as
well. To help reduce the cost of handheld devices, SigmaTel added
a NiMH/Li-ION battery charger, boot ROM, power management, audio
circuitry, and other goodies. The SoC is also designed to easily
integrate with several popular GPS chips including Broadcom, SiRF, and
NXP. All the usual I/O
ports are available too: LCD, FLASH interface, S/PDIF, GPIO, UARTS,
timers, even some ADCs. If you weren't aware, SigmaTel is also in the
process of being
acquired by Freescale.
   

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