nRF71

Nordic Semiconductor has introduced its nRF71 chip family, which integrates Wi-Fi connectivity with edge AI processing capabilities. The move positions the Norwegian chipmaker to serve the growing market for smart, connected devices that run AI workloads locally rather than in the cloud, targeting applications in IoT and embedded systems.

Nordic Semiconductor announced its nRF71 wireless chips, which claim 20 times lower standby power than previous solutions for battery-operated WiFi devices. The low-power design targets connected products that spend most of their life idle, such as sensors and smart home devices, extending battery life significantly. Industry publications covering embedded hardware have picked up the announcement, highlighting its relevance for WiFi-based battery devices.