MicroPython 1.27, Qt for Microcontrollers und andere Softwareupdates

This release of MicroPython adds support for ESP32-C5 and ESP32-P4 microcontrollers. The ESP32-P4 can work either standalone as a general purpose processor, or with an external wireless co-processor, currently either an ESP32-C5 or ESP32-C6. Board profiles are provided for all three of these configurations, as well as for the new ESP32-C5.

Support for the low-power and high performing STM32U5xx series is also added in this release, supporting USB, ADC, DAC, UART, I2C, SPI and RTC, with a board profile for the NUCLEO-U5A5ZJ-Q.

… we just assigned our first CVE for some Rust code in the kernel: https://lore.kernel.org/all/2025121614-CVE-2025-68260-558d@gregkh/ where the offending issue just causes a crash, not the ability to take advantage of the memory corruption, a much better thing overall.

--- via https://social.kernel.org/notice/B1JLrtkxEBazCPQHDM

we have developed a reference solution 'Navia' in collaboration with Infineon which provides state-of-the art native map and navigation experience on microcontrollers. This reference solution is not part of the official 2.12 release but built on top of our core product. It consists of multiple map provider integration like Mapbox, Google and OSM maps.

--- via https://www.qt.io/blog/qt-for-mcus-2.12-lts-released

No major QML API deprecation/overhaul is expected, so a transition path from 2.x applications will be smoother. A comprehensive guide will be provided. 

A major version upgrade to the C++17 standard is planned, to leverage some of the advanced security features for CRA compliance. 

For digital products built on resource-constraint hardware, connectivity is a key aspect and we are working on a solution to streamline the data flow between HMI and a companion app over a BLE connection. 

Qt for MCUs 3.0 will be a fully CRA-compliant release available in mid-2026. Until then a comprehensive list of changes in version 2.12 can be found in the changelog.

To meet these market needs, Maxell has newly developed the “PSB2032”, a coin type all-solid-

state battery designed to be suitable as the main power source for IoT devices. The battery

features 20 mm in diameter and 3.2 mm in height.

Since developing coin type all-solid-state battery in 2019, Maxell has been advancing research

and development of all-solid-state batteries of various types, including ceramic package type,

bipolar type, and cylindrical type. The newly developed “PSB2032” delivers a capacity of 35

mAh - approximately four times that of the ceramic- packaged “PSB401010H” currently in

mass production, making it suitable for use as the main power source for IoT devices.

Strategic Significance of DHRUV64 for India

DHRUV64 marks a major milestone in India’s efforts to build a secure and self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem. It strengthens the nation’s indigenous capability in advanced processor development. It supports the critical digital infrastructure and hence, reduces the long-term dependence on imported microprocessors.

India consumes around 20% of all the microprocessors manufactured globally. The development of DHRUV64 provides India’s large talent base with a fully modern processor platform for advancement of semiconductor ecosystem in India.  

Before DHRUV64, India had already begun expanding its indigenous microprocessor development ecosystem in recent years. Key examples include:

    • SHAKTI (2018, IIT Madras): Designed for strategic, space, and defence applications; 

    • AJIT (2018, IIT Bombay): A microprocessor for industrial and robotics applications; 

    • VIKRAM (2025, ISRO–SCL): A processor developed for space applications such as navigation, guidance, and mission operations; engineered to withstand extreme space conditions; 

    • THEJAS64 (2025, C-DAC): Designed for industrial automation. 

Developing indigenous processors such as the SHAKTI, AJIT, VIKRAM, THEJAS, and now the DHRUV64 is strategically significant. These processors drive the creation of an Indian processor ecosystem. 

DHRUV64’s Impact on India’s R&D and Innovation

    • DHRUV64 provides a homegrown microprocessor technology designed for startups, academia, and industry to build, test, and scale indigenous computing products without relying on foreign processors. 

    • DHRUV64 supports prototype development for new system architectures at lower cost. 

    • India already has 20% of the world’s chip design engineers. DHRUV64 further helps in building a strong pipeline of skilled semiconductor chip professionals. 

    • The success of DHRUV64 accelerates the roadmap for Dhanush and Dhanush+ processors. They are now under development phase.

It is easy to use thanks to USB connectivity, compatible with standard PCs and Android mobile devices using a free remote control app, or through the R&S NRX base unit from Rohde & Schwarz.

Das kommende Jahr 2026 wird neben vielen neuen Features auch das Jahr der KI in TARGET werden. Spannende und bis vor kurzem undenkbare Ideen und Konzepte werden in TARGET einfließen und Ihnen die tägliche Arbeit erleichtern. Darauf freuen wir uns!

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