Welcome to EDN's annual list of the year's Hot 100 Products! Of the many thousands of products announced during the past year, these are 100 that especially caught the attention of our editors and our readers – products ranging from ICs and components, to software, test instruments, LEDs, development tools and sensors, and more.

This year's list leaves no doubt as to the hottest technology trends, with mobile, wearables, connectivity and the Internet of Things (IoT) – along with related areas of sensing, security and low power – all heavily represented. And emerging technologies like 3D rapid prototyping/printing, wireless power and indoor location also made an appearance.

Select from the categories below to browse EDN's Hot 100 products of 2014 in their respective categories. As you go, you can click on any product name to read the original full article on EDN:

• Analog
• Boards & Development Tools
• Components
• EDA Tools & IP
• Memory and Storage
• Microcontrollers and Processors
• Optoelectronics and Lighting Control
• Power
• Programmable Logic
• Sensors
• Test & Measurement
• Wireless and Networking

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Related links:
EDN Hot 100 products of 2013
EDN Hot 100 products of 2012
EDN Hot 100 products of 2011
EDN Hot 100 products of 2010