Embedded Editor Bill Wong previews the Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose. He also talks with Jim Handy of Objective Analysis about the Samsung and Seagate merger and what it means for hard disks. Bill talks about encoders and their role in embedded systems as well. Meanwhile, Managing Editor Rich Gawel went for a ride in Nissan's all-electric Leaf at the New York International Audio Show and reports on its charging station, instrumentation, and acceleration.
