SAN FRANCISCO The lowly 8-bit microcontroller, already the strongest player in the embedded controller market, may be about to grow stronger. Software vendors and chip makers announced alliances and ...

Another major difference for 8-bit vs. 16-bit or 32-bit MCUs is the small packages that enable 8-pin devices to fit into the smallest spaces in space-conscious wireless/portable and wearable products.

A new family of 8-bit, low-voltage, embedded controllers is said to achieve unsurpassed 8-bit performance due to a 6X-accelerated 80C51-compatible core. Manufactured using a 0.35-µm embedded ...

Heads up—the following ‘8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller – Xbox Edition’ was provided by the manufacturer for review purposes. I’m quite fond of mobile gaming. Been playing phone games for ...

Mitsubishi's M16C/26 microcontroller is the first of a new series of flash-based controllers targeting applications that would benefit by moving from an 8-bit to a 16-bit microcontroller. The flash ...

The core will be aimed at the 50 cents-and-below market. Freescale now sells 8-bit controllers that are priced from 50 cents to $5 each, with an average selling price of $1.67.

The 8BitDo Ultimate Controller offers rear paddles, an included rechargeable battery and charging dock, and robust customization software, making it one of the best Switch controllers you can buy.