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Since the launch of Google Glass in 2013 and the development of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality, mixed reality, and now AI, smart glasses have been finding practical application in a wide range of areas such as healthcare, education, industrial settings, and consumer experiences. ATTEND’s Leon Hung explains the connectivity demands of this wearable technology. Since the launch of Google Glass in 2013 and the development ofRead More

Today, consumers can swipe a finger to remotely adjust the thermostat, preheat the oven, or start a load of laundry. But while wirelessly controlled appliances and climate control systems add convenience, save energy, and anticipate maintenance, connector selection is key to designing them to withstand the demands of daily use. By Jim Connors, Business DevelopmentRead More

Bishop & Associates identifies the top 10 companies in world connector sales by geographic region, manufactured products, and markets served. The third article in this annual series focuses on the leading companies in each of the end-use equipment markets. Selecting your connector company partner can be difficult and complicated. This is especially true with overRead More

Meet the Connector: SDI-12G  Connectors SDI-12G (Serial Digital Interface) is a professional digital video interface standard developed by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). SDI-12G connectors are part of the SDI family used in broadcast, production, and high-end video applications such as live sporting, music, and news broadcasts. This circular connector solution is designed toRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights connectors for consumer applications from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Connectors for Consumer Applications Lumberg’s Cat 6a RJ45 plugs and sockets, series 2542 01 and 02, offer tool-free installation and a robust design. They are perfect for quick and reliable on-site assembly for all networks, from voice to 10 GigabitRead More

Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. November 2025 Connector Industry News November 2025 Connector Industry News > Event News DigiKey sponsored the 2025 Hackaday Superconference, Oct. 31- Nov. 2, in Pasadena, Calif. The global event brings together hardware hackers, makers,Read More