MediaTek MT7118, the Best SoC Choice for the Most Cost Effective WiMAX + GSM
Dual Mode Handsets and Embedded Devices
HSINCHU, June 1 /PRNewswire-Asia-AsiaNet/ --
MediaTek (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 2454), a worldwide leader in wireless and
consumer electronics SoCs today announces a new WiMAX Forum Wave2 chip, MT7118
for USB dongles, handsets, and other embedded devices. Announced at the same
time is a prototype of low cost WiMAX and GSM EDGE dual mode phone, produced by
a MediaTek handset partner. This is the first WiMAX phone design supported by
a leading cellular chip vendor. This design is based on MediaTek WiMAX chip
and world leading MediaTek EDGE baseband processor.
CT Chuang, Vice President of MediaTek, said "MediaTek is not only a chip
company, but a leader clearly setting its marks as the best WiMAX SoC solution
provider. Our expertise in systems is vital to the success of WiMAX. The
latest WiMAX SoC and integrated GSM+WiMAX dual mode handsets are only the
beginning of our plan to integrate more wireless technology with future
electronics." He added "WiMAX industry needs a chip company that possesses the
breadth and depth of technology and experience of diverse platforms."
This is one of the most cost optimized WiMAX handsets in the market today
It enables voice over EDGE network and voice/data over WiMAX network, while the
USB port of the phone can be used for data connectivity with laptops. It also
features a 2.8 inch touch screen and 5M pixel camera. The VoIP engine inside
the phone has gone through stringent IOT and field trials for over 4 years,
making it the most trusted and risk free dual-mode handset. MediaTek brings
its expertise in GSM and software directly into the handset and put together a
turnkey solution for operators.
With BOM of less than US$100, this is a truly cost effective solution,
without compromising quality and performance, which is essential to enable
mobile WiMAX applications in emerging markets.
Mike Roberts, principal analyst at Informa Telecoms & Media said, "WiMAX
needs more high-quality, low-cost devices, and MediaTek's solutions will help
enable them, given its track record as a leading mobile chipset vendor. The
dual-mode phone based on MediaTek chips should build momentum for WiMAX in key
emerging markets, given the device's combination of WiMAX for high-speed
broadband and GSM/EDGE for ubiquitous voice and data services."
This dual mode phone is announced together with MediaTek MT7110 series
WiMAX chips, which have already been chosen by Green Packet Berhad
(Greenpacket), a Malaysian KLSE main board listed international technology
company. Senior vice president of Greenpacket, James Wang expressed that
"MediaTek MT7110 series of SoC deliver 2x2 uplink and downlink MIMO, transmit
switch diversity, and Beamforming, which will provide the most optimized radio
performance to our customers. We are glad to be an alpha customer of
MediaTek's 2nd generation WiMAX SoC. We enjoy working with MediaTek because
they are the only WiMAX vendor that can provide not only silicon, but also
WiMAX software solutions for CPE, USB dongles, handsets, and other consumer
electronics. MediaTek WiMAX roadmap aligns with our rollout from fixed, nomadic
to full mobility."
MT7110 series are WiMAX Forum wave2 compliance chips. They support 2.3-
2.7GHz and 3.3-3.8GHz. MT7119, in a 1.5x1.5cm small package allows a solution
of 2-port Ethernet, 2-port VoIP and an 11n WiFi chip to all fit in a less than
10x10 cm board. MT7117 is a smaller chip for data-only or data with one-port
VoIP in an even smaller board. MT7118 with it patented power saving designs,
is perfect for modules, handsets, and other mobile devices.
Samples and pricing of MT7110 series and reference designs are available
upon request.
About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek Inc. is a leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless
communications and digital multimedia solutions. Founded in 1997, MediaTek is
headquartered in Taiwan and has sales and research subsidiaries in Mainland
China, Singapore, India, U.S. , Japan, Korea, Ireland, Denmark and England. For
CONTACT: Sharon Lo
Tel: +886-3-567-0766 # 21435
Email: sharon.lo@mediatek.com
SOURCE: MediaTek Inc.
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