April 2025

Chiptech Products Power Consumption

How Much Power Do Chiptech Devices Use? At Chiptech, we design our products to be highly efficient, providing peace of mind while keeping running costs very low. Here’s an overview of the mains power consumption for two of our key products: SEVEN and GO. (Updated April 2025) Chiptech devices are designed to deliver essential safety […]

February 2025

Making the Most of Your SEVEN

Making the Most of Your SEVEN SEVEN: More Than Just a Lifeline – How Additional Features Enhance Everyday Life At Chiptech, we believe safety isn’t just about responding to emergencies, it’s about preventing them and supporting everyday independence. That’s why SEVEN is packed with smart features that enhance daily life, offering reassurance and peace of […]

February 2025

Electromagnetic Compatibility with Pacemakers

Electromagnetic Compatibility with Pacemakers Understand Electromagnetic Interference and how to use Chiptech products when an end user has a Pacemaker or implanted electronic device. Chiptech designs and manufactures a range of telecare base units and wearable alerting devices to support people to be independent and safe. Chiptech base units and wearables are independently tested by […]

February 2025

Ensuring Safety with Automated Safety Tests

Ensuring Safety with Automated Safety Tests At Chiptech, we understand that as technology evolves, so does the need for robust safety measures, especially in devices designed to protect and serve vulnerable populations. This is why we have implemented comprehensive automated safety tests for our digital telecare devices, ensuring that any potential hardware, file-based issues, or […]

October 2024

High-Tech Manufacturing​

High-Tech Manufacturing On 1 October, we celebrated the completion of our facility renovations, affectionately nicknamed ‘The Block’ after the home renovation TV series. Our official opening day marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Chiptech, with each team now settling into purpose-built spaces designed to enhance their specific workflows. These optimised workspaces enable […]

October 2024

The Count Down is On!

The Count Down is on! On the 28 October, Telstra plan to close its 3G network across Australia, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of telecommunications. This transition is driven by the ongoing rollout of 5G networks and the refarming of existing infrastructure, which aims to meet the growing demand for faster, more efficient […]

October 2024

Chiptech Celebrates Major Milestone with the Opening of Refurbished Headquarters

Chiptech Celebrates Major Milestone with the Opening of Refurbished Headquarters Ōtautahi (Christchurch), New Zealand – Chiptech, a global leader in smart care technology, marked a major milestone with the opening of its newly refurbished headquarters in Christchurch. The event drew over 150 attendees, including customers, suppliers, and Chiptech team members, with guests traveling from the […]

July 2024

Enhancing Longevity and Reducing the Environmental Impact of Pearl Advanced

Enhancing Longevity and Reducing the Environmental Impact of Pearl Advanced. Discover the sustainability-focused design of Chiptech’s Pearl Advanced personal help button. The device features a serviceable internal battery and replaceable case, extending its lifespan and reducing electronic waste. The Pearl Advanced personal help button from Chiptech was designed with sustainability in mind. One of the […]

April 2024

Navigating the Cellular Network Evolution

Navigating the Cellular Network Evolution In the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications, the cellular network stands as a cornerstone of connectivity for Chiptech solutions. Behind the scenes, there exists a complex web of technologies, protocols, and standards that ensure seamless communication between devices.   Every access technology, from 1G to 5G, has its own lifecycle, marked by […]

November 2023

Commitment to Rigorous Standards, and Compliance in our Products

Compliance, Protocols and Industry Standards. Alongside the quality assurance processes we adhere to, it is also important to acknowledge the regulatory compliance standards, reporting protocols and industry guidelines that we meet. These play a key role both for ourselves and within the wider telecare industry, assuring high quality products and services are provided to vulnerable […]