{"id":160,"count":0,"description":"A wearable smartwatch is a sophisticated and compact electronic device that goes beyond the traditional role of timekeeping with features like fitness tracking and phone connectivity for notifications. 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No USB specific firmware programming required.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fully integrated 2048 byte EEPROM for customization<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fully integrated clock generation with no external crystal required<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Data transfer rates up to 3Mbaud<\/li>\r\n \t<li>512 bytes receive buffer and 512 bytes transmit buffer for high data throughput<\/li>\r\n \t<li>FTDI\u2019s royalty-free drivers eliminate the requirement for USB driver development<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Battery Charger Detection which may be used by mobile devices to detect the presence of a charger on the USB port to enable higher current \/ faster charging of batteries<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Low operating current of 8mA (typical) and USB suspend current of 125uA (typical) current<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Extended operating temperature range: -40\u00b0C to 85\u00b0C<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Available in compact Pb-free 12 Pin DFN package (RoHS compliant)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThe block diagram shows at a high level how FTDI\u2019s FT234XD can be integrated into the smartwatch.\r\n\r\nThe USB port on the smartwatch is connected to a phone, PC or tablet. 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