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Daily Tech Update – February 10, 2026
On February 10, 2026, India’s technology landscape continues to evolve with concrete progress in semiconductors, electric vehicles, consumer gadgets, and power electronics. Global chipmakers are actively pushing advanced processors and power devices into Indian product designs, while domestic EV manufacturers are upgrading electronics platforms for higher efficiency and reliability.
Today’s update focuses on a new semiconductor processor launch, automotive-grade power semiconductors, a two-wheeler EV electronics upgrade, a flagship smartphone launch, and industrial power electronics trends relevant to Indian engineers and manufacturers.
Semiconductor Launch: Renesas Introduces RZ/V2H AI Vision MPU in India
Renesas Electronics has expanded India availability of its latest RZ/V2H AI vision microprocessor, targeting real-time image processing and edge AI applications.
Key Part Numbers
- R9A09G057H01GBG (RZ/V2H)
- R9A09G057H01GBM
Technical Highlights
The RZ/V2H integrates:
- Quad-core Arm Cortex-A55
- Dual Cortex-R8 real-time cores
- DRP-AI3 accelerator (up to 80 TOPS/W efficiency class)
- LPDDR4/LPDDR4X memory support
- MIPI CSI-2, PCIe, Gigabit Ethernet
Indian Applications
- Smart surveillance cameras
- Factory machine-vision systems
- Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)
- EV charging station monitoring
Indian system integrators in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad are evaluating RZ/V2H for export-oriented vision products.
Power Semiconductor Update: STMicroelectronics Expands STPOWER SiC Portfolio
STMicroelectronics is seeing increased design wins in India with its STPOWER silicon carbide MOSFETs for EVs and industrial drives.
Featured Devices
- SCT040H65G3
- SCT020H65G3
- SCT060H120G2
- ACEPACK DRIVE SiC modules
Performance Benefits
The SCT040H65G3 offers:
- 650 V rating
- 40 mΩ RDS(on)
- Low gate charge
- High-frequency switching capability
These devices are now used in:
- EV traction inverters
- On-board chargers (OBCs)
- Industrial servo drives
- Solar string inverters
Indian OEMs report efficiency gains of 3–5% compared to silicon IGBT designs.
EV Update: Ather Energy Upgrades Electronics in 450 Apex
Ather Energy has rolled out electronics improvements in its flagship Ather 450 Apex electric scooter.
Electronics Architecture
- Motor Inverter: ON Semiconductor NTMFS5C628NL MOSFETs
- BMS IC: Texas Instruments BQ76942
- Main MCU: STM32G474RET6
- Charger Controller: Infineon ICE3PCS01G
Key Improvements
- Smoother torque control
- Improved regenerative braking
- Better battery health estimation
- Reduced inverter thermal losses
These updates enhance both performance and long-term reliability for urban Indian usage.
Gadget Launch: Xiaomi 15 Pro Officially Launches in India
Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 15 Pro in India, strengthening its premium smartphone portfolio.
Model Information
- Xiaomi 15 Pro (2407FPN8BI)
Core Specifications
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4
- 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED display
- 50 MP Sony LYT-900 primary sensor
- 120 W fast charging
Local assembly under the Make-in-India program helps Xiaomi maintain aggressive pricing.
Power Electronics Update: Industrial SMPS Designs Move to Digital Control
Indian power electronics manufacturers are transitioning toward digitally controlled SMPS for industrial and telecom applications.
Popular Controller ICs
- Texas Instruments UCD3138A
- Microchip dsPIC33CK64MC105
- Infineon XDPS21081
- STMicroelectronics STNRG388A
Design Advantages
- Adaptive control loops
- Higher light-load efficiency
- Remote monitoring via PMBus
- Easier compliance with IEC standards
These designs are now common in EV chargers, telecom rectifiers, and data center PSUs.
Why It Matters for India
- Advanced Edge AI Capability
Renesas RZ/V2H enables real-time AI without cloud dependency. - EV Efficiency & Range
SiC MOSFET adoption directly improves vehicle and charger performance. - Local Engineering Growth
Indian teams are designing with global-grade ICs. - Energy Efficiency Push
Digital SMPS reduces power wastage at scale. - Export-Ready Products
Automotive-grade components improve global acceptance.
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