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Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of IQ Panel 5. Powered by a Qualcomm® DrangonWing™ processor, the IQ Panel 5 preserves the features of the IQ Panel 4 that end users know and love while delivering a new powerful platform of the future. The IQ Panel 5 will be on display at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 31-April 4 (Booth 18033) for attendees to experience firsthand. Intuitive IQ Panel 5 packs “Dealers and installers have trusted Johnson Controls for over 15 years to be accessible as their needs change and to refine products in direct response to their feedback,” said Faisal Pandit, president, Controls and Security Systems at Johnson Controls. “The intuitive IQ Panel 5 packs all of their most requested enhancements into one secure, next-generation panel that will ultimately drive faster and more accurate installations, more scalable businesses and improved overall security.” Innovation in hardware and software components The IQ Panel 5 runs on the latest Android 14 OS, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE and LTE “Ongoing collaborations with true industry movers like Johnson Controls are a powerful forcing function for innovation in the underlying hardware and software components that power these platforms,” said Erick Hong, senior director, business development and head of smart home at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We are proud to collaborate once again to deliver a cutting-edge panel powered by Qualcomm Technologies’ solutions.” New functionalities of IQ Panel 5  The IQ Panel 5 runs on the latest Android 14 OS, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE and LTE. The IQ Panel 5’s software will be regularly updated over time to introduce new functionalities such as AI features and smart device integrations following a software release roadmap informed by Voice of the Customer insights. Further improvements include: Foundations for the future: PowerG +, the next generation of trusted PowerG wireless technology, is embedded into every IQ Panel 5. Together, these provide the most powerful frontline in residential and commercial security now and tightly integrate with the larger home automation ecosystem. Upgrades with impact: The IQ Panel 5 offers a game-changing “modular design,” simplifying the process for technicians to complete new installations and takeovers. They only need to stock one panel and carry select daughter card modules for different frequencies (S-Line 319.5, 345 and 433), significantly limiting their SKUs, and in turn, reducing their costs. Refined style: With an elegant touchscreen, new 13-megapixel PortraitView camera (an evolution from the 8MP FlexTilt camera of the IQ Panel 4), improved mounting options, glass-break detector and an adjustable desk stand design, the IQ Panel 5 is aesthetic and functional in any space. Seamless installation and scalability: With a refreshed industrial design, IQ Panel 5 includes a logical redesign of the power supply, tamper and backplate for smoother installations and improved performance. Future enhancements to the panel’s UI such as a search feature will make it even more convenient and customisable, allowing users to easily manage and discover its wide range of features.

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announces the availability of radiometric models of its high-performance Boson®+ thermal and Hadron™ 640R+ dual thermal-visible camera modules. Built for defense and industrial applications with size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimisation, the NDAA compliant and ITAR-free radiometric Boson+ and Hadron models provide real-time temperature measurement of every pixel within a scene. Unmanned ground vehicles “The radiometric Boson+ and Hadron 640R+ models, which already provide industry leading thermal sensitivity of 20 millikelvin (mK), or better, expand the mission set for infrared product developers and integrators,” said Dan Walker, vice president product management, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “They are optimised for unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), security applications, handhelds, thermal sights, and emerging AI applications using Teledyne FLIR Prism™ embedded software.” Maximum integration flexibility The eight new radiometric Boson+ models include 640 x 512 and 320 x 256 LWIR resolution options The eight new radiometric Boson+ models include 640 x 512 and 320 x 256 longwave infrared (LWIR) resolution options, multiple lens options, and shared mechanical and electrical interfaces with the existing non-radiometric Boson+.  Automatic gain control (AGC) and direct data entry plus (DDE+) deliver dramatically enhanced scene contrast and sharpness, including lower video latency that enhances tracking, seeker performance, and decision support, day or night. The Boson+ also features multiple video output interfaces, including USB, CMOS, and MIPI for maximum integration flexibility. Unmanned aerial applications In addition to an integrated radiometric 640x512 resolution Boson+, the new Hadron 640R+ is also equipped with a 64MP visible camera, featuring dual 60 Hz video output via USP or MIPI. At 56 grams and with an IP54-rating for dust and water protection in the elements At 56 grams and with an IP54-rating for dust and water protection in the elements, the dual-sensor payload offers longer flight time and extended battery life for unmanned aerial applications. All Boson+ and Hadron 640+ models are compatible with Teledyne FLIR OEM’s Prism AI detection, tracking, and classification models along with Prism ISP libraries for super-resolution, turbulence mitigation, contrast enhancement, and more. Minimising development cost With drivers available for market pioneer processors from NVIDIA®, Qualcomm®, and more, plus industry-pioneer integration support from Teledyne FLIR OEM, they minimise development cost and time to market. Furthermore, Prism can be quickly evaluated with the Hadron 640R+ using the Prism Development Kit for Qualcomm RB5. The Hadron 640R+ and Boson+ radiometric camera module products are all dual use and classified under U.S. Department of Commerce as ECCN 6A003.b.4. They are available for purchase globally from Teledyne FLIR OEM and its authorised dealers.

Advantech, a pioneer in IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms, hosted an investor conference today (March 5th), which was presided over by Chairman KC Liu alongside three co-presidents – Mr. Eric Chen, Ms. Linda Tsai, and Mr. Miller Chang.  Advantech’s 2024 revenue declined by 7%; however, the gross margin was maintained due to the effective control on operations. The 2024 gross margin was 40.8%, the operating profit amounted to NT$9.050 billion (operating margin of 15.1%), and the consolidated net income after tax totaled NT$9.005 billion (net profit margin of 15.1%), while 2024 annual EPS reached NT$10.45. Meanwhile, Advantech proposed a cash dividend per share of NT$8.4, reflecting an increase in dividend payout ratio to 80%. The dividend proposal was approved by the Board of Directors last week and is subject to final approval by the 2025 annual shareholders meeting. Edge computing technology Eric Chen, President of General Management and CFO, stated, “Looking forward to 2025, order momentum has gradually recovered, with BB ratios in regional markets rebounding above 1. Meanwhile, as Advantech continues to expand in the Edge AI market, overall operations are expected to grow steadily.” According to Miller Chang, President of Advantech’s Embedded Sector, the rapid development of global artificial intelligence and edge computing technology has driven Advantech's extensive Edge Computing Platform holds a high market share across various industries. Advantech continues to innovate by developing Edge AI acceleration modules, Edge AI industry application systems, Edge AI large-language training systems, and Edge AI servers.  High-performance computing Advantech's Edge Computing Platform has widely adopted various mainstream AI chips Additionally, it provides an integrated AI software platform tool, the Edge AI SDK, to help industry customers evaluate and validate AI platform performance and application development, accelerating the deployment of AI at the edge device level.  Meanwhile, Advantech's Edge Computing Platform has widely adopted various mainstream AI chips and collaborates with pioneer chip manufacturers, such as Intel, AMD, Nvidia, Qualcomm, NXP, and MediaTek, to co-develop and launch high-performance Edge AI computing platforms simultaneously. Advantech focuses on high-performance computing and Edge AI applications in emerging industries, including 5G, networking, healthcare, transportation, automation equipment, and robotics. Industrial edge computing Furthermore, Linda Tsai, President of Advantech’s Intelligent System sector, stated that Advantech is committed to driving the development of industrial edge computing, focusing on vertical markets such as smart manufacturing, industrial and semiconductor equipment, collaborative robots, transportation, network security, and video streaming. The company will provide advanced technologies, including machine vision solutions The company will provide advanced technologies, including machine vision solutions, PC-based industrial controllers, Edge computers, Edge servers, and Edge Video Appliances, enabling customers to enhance production efficiency and accelerate digital transformation. In addition, Advantech will deeply integrate AI, edge computing, and industry applications by launching AI vision cameras, industrial AI inference systems, and a series of Edge LLM servers. Delivering innovative solutions The company will also collaborate with AI ecosystem partners to deliver innovative solutions. Moreover, Advantech plans to expand its presence in key areas such as intelligent inspection, collaborative robots, logistics and warehousing, and smart cities, accelerating the growth of the Edge AI market. Advantech will strengthen its investments in L11 SKYRack integration services Lastly, Advantech will strengthen its investments in L11 SKYRack integration services, providing customers with assembly, integration, and testing services for industrial rack solution. Leveraging its global service network, the company enables localised assembly and delivery, supporting applications in semiconductor front-end equipment, medical imaging, and video streaming to provide comprehensive system solutions. Comprehensive system solutions Advantech Chairman KC Liu stated that in 2025, Advantech will launch a new brand strategy,’Edge Computing & WISE-Edge in Action.’ “Moving forward, the company will deepen its understanding of customer needs by transforming Edge Computing into a competitive advantage, thereby optimising operational efficiency and enhancing decision-making accuracy for clients.” “In the AI era, Advantech aims to drive industry advancement and foster innovation. The company will continue to focus on five key industries: Edge Intelligence Systems, Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, iHealthcare, and iCity Services & iRetail. Through the software-hardware integration strategy, Advantech will leverage WISE-Edge to connect and enable edge intelligence, building a smart, interconnected ecosystem that facilitates real-time industry insights and drives innovative applications.” “Looking ahead, Advantech will further advance the integration of hardware and software in Edge AI by collaborating with ecosystem partners. The company aims to create sustainable growth and generate long-term value for shareholders, society, and employees—ultimately fulfilling its vision of "Enabling an Intelligent Planet."