Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

Alien introduces new high-performance circuit

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Alien Technology has announced its new high-performance H3 Integrated Circuit. With 512 bits of user memory and advanced security features, the H3 complements Alien’s existing H2 product.

The new IC is targeted at converters and customers requiring exceptional performance, unique tag identification, and extended memory capabilities required to fully address RFID applications such as: airline baggage, pharmaceutical drugs, secure access, e-passports, and tracking of high-value assets and items such as electronics, or wines and spirits.

The Alien H3 IC is currently being sampled with partners and customers, with general availability scheduled for late July.

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IC-TAG Solutions announced it has earned certification from Alien Technology to use its EPC Gen 2 RFID inlays.

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Alien Technology is working together will systems integrator CDO Technologies to launch a program designed to increase community recycling levels in the city of Dayton, Ohio.

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