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Variscite introduced a series of System on Modules (SoMs)/Computer on Modules (CoMs) that is compliant with the Smart Mobility Architecture (SMARC) interface standard. The initial series begins with the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor-powered VAR-SMARC-MX8M-PLUS delivering NXP’s 1.8GHz Quad Cortex-A53 with 800MHz Cortex-M7 real-time co-processor that combines AI/ML abilities and an advanced Image Signal Processor (ISP) vision system.

Variscite will offer complete support for NXP’s Debian 12 (based on the Linux kernel 6.6.3) for its i.MX-based solutions. Variscite will receive early access to the Debian release supplying its clients with an advanced availability to design on i.MX application processors.

Embarking on a new project for an embedded product involves critical decisions, chief among them being the selection of an appropriate operating system (OS). Much like how the foundation of a building sets its resilience and longevity, the choice of an OS significantly affects a product's performance, scalability, and user-friendliness. Considering the plethora of available options, understanding the nuances of each becomes vital.

Tel Aviv, Israel. Variscite has released its DART-MX95 built on NXP’s i.MX 95 series of processors. Offered is up to six cores leveraging 2.0 GHz Arm Cortex-A55 with two independent real-time co-processors for safety/low-power and 250 MHz Arm Cortex-M7 and 800 MHz Arm Cortex-M33.

 

Variscite introduced its VAR-SOM-MX93, an NXP i.MX93 based SoM with NXP-based Wi-Fi 6 module. The SoM leverages a 1.7GHz Dual Cortex-A55 NXP’s iMX93 processor with 250MHz Cortex-M33 and the first integration of Arm’s neural processing unit, Ethos-U65 microNPU. Benefits of utilizing Wi-Fi 6 includes extended bandwidth, improved range, better simultaneous stream capabilities, lower latency, and optimized power management.

During Computex 2023, Variscite displayed a working VAR-SOM-MX91 as NXP was announcing the i.MX 91 SoC. The SoC features an Arm Cortex-A55 running at 1.4GHz, and supports 2GB LPDDR4 memory, dual Gigabit Ethernet, dual USB, dual CAN-FD, audio in/out, ADC, certified single or dual-band Wi-Fi, BT/BLE. Also included is a display output with integrated EdgeLock Secure Enclave and industrial temperature grade for embedded applications such as IoT, smart home, connected sensors, industrial controllers, and metering.