The incredible shrinking chip - CES 2015

The video discusses power management integrated circuits (PMICs) used in mobile phones and wearables. These chips manage power distribution from the battery to various components. The technology presented allows for a significant reduction in PMIC size, freeing up space for larger batteries or enabling smaller device designs. This can lead to longer battery life in phones or more compact wearable devices.

What is the primary function of power management ICs in mobile devices?

• To enhance the device's camera quality

• To deliver power from the battery to various components

• To improve wireless connectivity

• To increase the device's processing speed

Which component occupies a significant portion of space inside a mobile phone?

• The display screen

• The camera module

• The battery

• The speaker

What is one of the largest chips found inside a mobile phone?

• The graphics processing unit (GPU)

• The power management IC (PMIC)

• The network interface card (NIC)

• The sound card

How does the new technology impact the PMIC footprint?

• It eliminates the need for a PMIC

• It increases the footprint by two to three times

• It reduces the footprint by two to three times

• It maintains the same footprint size

What advantage does reducing the PMIC footprint provide for wearable devices?

• Allows for a larger display

• Enables a thinner and smaller device

• Increases processing power

• Improves sound quality