TAIPEI, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- VIA Labs, Inc. (VLI), a leading supplier of USB4, SuperSpeed USB, USB 2.0, and USB Power Delivery Controllers, announced its new line of industrial-grade USB 2.0 Hub controllers, VL122 and VL123. This launch marks the company's entry into industrial-grade applications and highlights its technical capabilities and long-term supply commitment in high-reliability design. VLI will showcase these controllers during CES 2026, January 6–9, at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.
VIA Labs' industrial-grade USB 2.0 hub controllers are engineered for stable and reliable operation in extended-temperature environments from -40°C to +85°C and feature enhanced signal integrity and low-power design. They are ideal for embedded systems, servers, industrial PCs, smart retail terminals, and more. These controllers expand VLI's portfolio into industrial-grade connectivity solutions, enabling customers to build robust, high-availability systems with greater deployment flexibility in challenging thermal environments.
Tony Ho, Senior Director of Product and Manufacturing Engineering at VLI, stated: "VLI has established a comprehensive industrial-grade product reliability verification process from product specification definition to quality- and reliability-driven processes through layout implementation. The key design IP and full-chip system validation are compliant with international electronic environmental stress testing standards."
He further added, "VLI has established a complete in-house product verification laboratory. High-coverage self-debug test vectors and specialized equipment characterize the electrical performance limits and tolerances of the device under test, ensuring the lowest DPPM in customer applications. We collect and continuously monitor certified test data from our manufacturing and testing partners to ensure strict quality control."
VL122 is a 4-port USB 2.0 Hub controller compliant with the latest USB 2.0 specification (updated in June 2025), including the DCR specification and related ECN updates. VL122 utilizes the compact QFN28 5×5 mm package, integrates a 5V-to-3.3V linear regulator, and supports flexible configuration management via SMBus or EEPROM, enabling customization of several parameters, including VID/PID and electrical settings of individual ports. VL122 delivers industry-leading low-power performance and has obtained USB-IF USB 2.0 Hub certification (TID# 14201). VL122 USB 2.0 hubs are available in both commercial and industrial grades, with optional unique serialization for applications requiring stringent supply chain traceability.
VL123 is an upcoming 4-port USB 2.0 Hub controller featuring a Multiple Transaction Translator (MTT) architecture that significantly improves throughput when multiple USB full-speed (FS) devices operate simultaneously. VL123 supports a similar flexible configuration scheme through either SMBus or EEPROM and is pin-compatible with VL122. Samples are expected to become available in Q2, 2026.
VIA Labs at CES 2026
Date: Jan 6–9, 2026
Location: The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas, USA
Product Availability
For sample inquiries, contact your local VIA Labs sales representative or email sales@via-labs.com.
Product Details
VL122 – https://www.via-labs.com/product_show.php?id=126
VL123 – https://www.via-labs.com/product_show.php?id=123
About VIA Labs, Inc.
VIA Labs, Inc. (VLI) is a leading supplier of USB4, SuperSpeed USB and USB Power Delivery Controllers and DP Video Converter, based on the latest USB-IF Standards. VLI leverages its expertise in analog circuit design, high-speed serial interfaces, and systems integration to create a rich product portfolio that includes USB Host, Hub, and Device controllers in addition to USB PD controllers. VLI has demonstrated technology and industry leadership through Standards Development and bringing newly developed USB Technologies to market.
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VIA Labs Expands Connectivity Portfolio with New Line of Industrial-Grade USB Hub Controllers
SHANGHAI, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Orka, a pioneer in hearing health technology, officially launched the Orka O1 Pro at the 2026 Appliance & Electronics World Expo (AWE). The Orka O1 Pro is the world's first Receiver-in-Canal (RIC) hearing aid to feature Powered by Bose QuietControl Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology.
The launch took place at the Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone during AWE 2026's inaugural international showcase. As a new gateway designed to support global exchange and cross-border collaboration, the Eastern Hub provided a fitting stage for Orka's global debut. Orka was the only hearing health company featured alongside leading technology brands including Sony, LG, and Lenovo, a placement that reflects the international ambition of the Orka × Bose partnership and Orka's broader mission to bring hearing health into the mainstream of global consumer technology innovation.
Bringing Premium Audio Innovations to Hearing Health
As recently noted by Hearing Tracker, while Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is familiar to millions of consumers from premium headphones, the Orka O1 Pro answers the highly anticipated question of its future in hearing aids.
The device achieves this through the seamless integration of two powerhouse features, heavily supported by Bose's decade of research. First, Bose QuietControl ANC technology acts as the foundation, effectively neutralizing steady-state environmental noises before they reach the ear. Working in perfect tandem, Bose SpeechClarity Voice technology precisely isolates and enhances human speech, ensuring that once the background noise is silenced, essential conversations remain crystal clear.
This collaboration brings powerful, premium audio experiences to users without the battery and processing tradeoffs typically associated with such features, helping make the O1 Pro a true all-day wearable device.
A Milestone in Hearing Health
"For years, we've been focused on the real-world challenges of hearing loss, especially how background noise can make conversations more difficult," said Nicholas Smith, President of the Audio Technology Business and Chief Strategy Officer at Bose. "We saw the potential for our noise cancellation technology to improve this experience, and we knew we needed a partner capable of bringing this kind of breakthrough to the hearing industry. That's why we partnered with Orka."
Smith further emphasized the impact: "Orka integrated our core technology into a complete hearing aid experience engineered for reliable performance in real-world environments. The result is clearer conversations and less effort required to hear — so people can stay in the conversation and stay connected."
Restoring Control and Energy
The Orka O1 Pro hardware is designed for maximum comfort and durability. Weighing just 3.5g per earpiece, it features Bluetooth 5.3 dual-mode connectivity, IP68 durability, and provides over 35 hours of continuous battery life.
In Icelandic, "Orka" translates to "energy." The core philosophy behind the Orka O1 Pro is to significantly reduce the cognitive load and energy drain required to focus in noisy environments. By lowering the effort required to hear, the device returns a sense of control and confidence to the user.
About Orka
Founded in Silicon Valley in 2018, Orka is a premium audiology technology company developing AI-driven products for the future of hearing and wearable listening. Backed by top-tier investors including Tencent, HongShan (formerly Sequoia Capital China), Primavera Capital, and Atypical Ventures, Orka integrates advanced acoustic hardware with proprietary on-device AI to create beautifully designed, all-day wearables. Recognized globally by the CES Innovation and Red Dot Design Awards, the company's mission is rooted in its Icelandic name, meaning "energy": to significantly reduce the cognitive load required to hear in noise, returning a sense of control and confidence to every user.
For more information about Orka and the O1 Pro, please email contact@hiorka.com.
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Orka O1 Pro Makes Global Debut at AWE 2026: The World's First Hearing Aid with Powered by Bose QuietControl ANC Technology
Orka O1 Pro Makes Global Debut at AWE 2026: The World's First Hearing Aid with Powered by Bose QuietControl ANC Technology
Orka O1 Pro Makes Global Debut at AWE 2026: The World's First Hearing Aid with Powered by Bose QuietControl ANC Technology
