Synaptics and Google Research announced a limited-edition Coral Dev Board powered by the Astra SL2610 processor, featuring a 1 TOPS Synaptics Torq NPU. The development board is designed for ultra-low power, always-on AI applications across wearables, smart home devices, and robotics, with pre-configured Gemma 3 270M model support for immediate hands-on development.

Synaptics unveiled its Astra SR80 and SRW1500 series microcontrollers designed for edge AI applications. The SR80 series targets premium audio and voice applications with dedicated NPU and DSP acceleration, while the SRW1500 series integrates AI-native compute with Wi-Fi 7 connectivity for IoT networks. Both products are expected to begin sampling in Q2 2026 with production targeted for Q4 2026.

Synaptics announced the SYN765x, a single-chip AI-native wireless solution combining Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth LE 6.0, and Thread/Zigbee for edge IoT applications. The solution integrates on-chip AI acceleration with wireless connectivity to reduce power consumption, system complexity, and costs. Sampling is expected in Q2 2026 with production targeted for Q4 2026.

Synaptics will demonstrate its AI-native processing, sensing, and connectivity technologies at CES 2026, highlighting Edge AI solutions for smart home, robotics, industrial automation, and personal devices.

Synaptics' President & CEO Rahul Patel and CFO Ken Rizvi will present at the KeyBanc Capital Markets' Technology Leadership Forum on August 11, 2025, discussing the company's AI and technology innovations.

Synaptics and Murata Manufacturing are partnering to develop a next-generation turnkey wireless connectivity module for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs, leveraging Synaptics' Veros Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo SoCs and Murata's expertise in RF and wireless module design.

Synaptics launches a new touch controller, the S3930 series, designed for foldable OLED displays. The compact and high-performance controller aims to address the challenges of foldable devices as the market experiences rapid growth.

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday as the selling pressure in the market appears to be exhausting. Investors assessed upbeat bank earnings and cooler-than-expected inflation data. The Commerce Secretary indicated that the electronics tariff exemptions are temporary, and further tariffs could follow soon.

Synaptics is showcasing its latest innovations in Edge AI and wireless connectivity at Embedded World 2025, including a new family of microcontroller units (MCUs) and wireless systems-on-chips (SoCs) designed for ultra-low-power IoT devices with contextually-aware AI and reliable connectivity.

The global capacitive sensor market is expected to grow significantly, driven by the increasing adoption of touch-enabled and proximity-sensing solutions in consumer electronics, industrial automation, healthcare, and automotive applications. Advancements in sensor technology, flexible electronics, and AI integration are creating new opportunities in the industry.

Synaptics announced the pricing of its $400 million convertible senior notes offering due 2031, with an initial conversion price of $99.69 per share. The company plans to use the net proceeds to repay its term loan facility and repurchase its own shares.

Synaptics has expanded its operations in Hsinchu, Taiwan, making it the company's largest employee base worldwide. The expansion reflects the growing importance of Taiwan in the semiconductor industry and will allow Synaptics to strengthen its essential operations and engineering expertise, particularly in the development of AI-enabled Edge devices for the IoT market.