GlobalRnD and Silabs AnnA

Empowering Smart Elderly Care: AnnA VNH + Silicon Labs BG22

As the official Computer Controls distributor, we’re proud to highlight how GlobalRnD, based in Poland, leverages Silicon Labs’ BG22 Bluetooth SoC in their innovative AnnA VNH (Virtual Nursing Home) platform—delivering secure, privacy-first elderly care at home.

🚀 What is AnnA VNH?

AnnA VNH by GlobalRnD is a comprehensive remote care system enabling seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those managing chronic conditions to live independently. It ensures real-time monitoring without relying on cameras or microphones—prioritizing dignity and privacy. The solution includes:

• AnnA Watch: A wearable that measures pulse, temperature, blood oxygen, motion, and offers emergency alerts.
• AnnA Unisensors: Discreet home sensors monitoring CO₂, humidity, door and window activity, and more.
• GSM Server: A plug-and-play hub for secure data transmission.
• AnnA App: A caregiver interface for monitoring vitals, sending reminders, and receiving alerts in real time.
  
  

🔧 Challenges Addressed by BG22

GlobalRnD faced several challenges in building a secure, scalable, and power-efficient system:

1. Consistent wireless connectivity and extended battery life across wearables and sensors.
2. Simplifying firmware development for multiple devices.
3. Minimizing hardware sourcing complexity and cost.
4. Guaranteeing data privacy and security without using invasive video or audio tools.

Silicon Labs’ BG22 Bluetooth SoC answered all of these challenges—offering ultra-low power consumption, advanced security features, and support for a single firmware across devices.

✨ Key Results with BG22

• Reduced complexity
• Extended battery life
• Accelerated development
• Better developer experience
• Enhanced UI
  
  

🛡 Why BG22 Excels in Connected Health

• Ultra-low power: Ensures extended device lifetimes between charges.
• Security-first design: Built-in encryption and secure boot provide a strong foundation for patient privacy.
• Streamlined architecture: Supports multiple devices using the same hardware and firmware, reducing costs and development time.
  
  

🤝 Partnering with Computer Controls

As GlobalRnD’s chosen Silicon Labs distributor, Computer Controls delivers everything needed to bring intelligent healthcare devices to market—from BG22 chips and modules to expert technical support and pre-certification assistance.

Whether you're developing connected health, wearables, or smart home solutions, we’re ready to help bring your ideas to life.

📘 Read the full story at Silicon Labs website 

🚀 Let's Build the Future of Care

Contact Computer Controls to learn how Silicon Labs' BG22 and our dedicated support can power your next-generation IoT innovation in healthcare.