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Murata Launches Ultra-Low Power AMR Sensors to Boost Battery Life in Healthcare and Wearables Devices
KYOTO, Japan, April 27, 2026--Murata starts the mass production of the ultralow current consumption, low voltage operation AMR sensors for healthcare and wearable devices.
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