Qualcomm Launches 60GHz Wireless Technology

QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) announced on July 8 the introduction of 60 GHz technology for mobile, computing and networking systems and has taken two important steps toward helping the industry realize multi-gigabit wireless technology. First, Qualcomm has completed the acquisition of Wilocity, the leader in 60 GHz wireless chipset development, based on the IEEE 802.11ad standard, also known as WiGig technology. Second, QUALCOMM is introducing a series of tri-band platforms that combine with Qualcomm's Wi-Fi and WiGig solutions to significantly improve performance and support cutting-edge wireless applications. The initial tri-band platform, based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 reference design, is the world's first mobile platform designed to support WiGig and supports, for example, 4k video streaming, peer-to-peer content sharing, networking, wireless docking and backup in seconds The entire media library and other applications. Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor is a product of Qualcomm Technologies.

Mobile data traffic is expected to grow dramatically in the coming years and Qualcomm and its subsidiaries are aggressively working to meet this need with a range of wireless innovations. 802.11ac enables gigabit Wi-Fi networks to shunt mobile traffic while 60 GHz technology enables multi-gigabit speeds, dramatically increasing capacity and power efficiency, all of which are essential to meet the challenges posed by next-generation media applications Less. By integrating WiGig into its mobile platform, Qualcomm helps mobile devices provide near-instantaneous cloud access to further divert mobile network traffic. 802.11ad also extends the Qualcomm VIVE product portfolio and drives the company's latest move to innovate Wi-Fi networks with MU-MIMO's 11ac 2.0 solution.

Qualcomm's mobile and network innovations combine with Wilocity's position in the 60 GHz technology arena to provide the signal coverage, performance, capacity and compatibility needed for next-generation home and business networks. The 60 GHz technology provides an extra super-high-speed connection area for legacy Wi-Fi while extending the range of wireless applications for high-end mobile, computing and consumer electronics devices. TriQuint's triple-band Wi-Fi solution from Qualcomm has integrated multi-gigabit capabilities of 802.11ad operating at 60 GHz and 802.11ac operating at 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz 802.11b / g / n. The 11ad and 11ac combine to deliver the most powerful and efficient wireless solution on the market while the 11ac offers full family coverage while the 11ad provides multi-gigabit connectivity in a given area to provide users with the ultimate connectivity experience .

Amir Faintuch, president of Qualcomm Inc., Said: "Qualcomm continues to innovate and invest in state-of-the-art technology to create new growth opportunities for our mobile, computing and networking platforms while creating value for customers. Qualcomm's strategy plays a significant role in helping companies address the increasingly sophisticated consumer smartphones, tablets and computing needs that enable these devices to support applications such as real-time streaming of 4K video and high-throughput point-to-point Communications to enable content sharing among users in the next generation of social interactions WiGig technology combined with multi-gigabit rates and low power consumption will strengthen the leadership of Qualcomm in connection and create a completely new experience, To accelerate the commercialization and adoption of 802.11ad technology, and ultimately, integrating WiGig will help QUALCOMM's vision of meeting the 1000-times data challenge by increasing network density to meet the growing demand for mobile data. "

Since 2008, Qualcomm has been Wilocity's investor and has been working closely with Wilocity since 2011 to develop and distribute the tri-band solution for the computing market. With the Snapdragon 810 becoming the world's first mobile platform to support tri-band wireless networks, this successful partnership is now extended to include Qualcomm's mobile and network design. As a result, the next generation of smartphones and tablets will deliver exciting new media streaming, synchronization and storage capabilities.

Talocity, CEO of Wilocity, said: "The successful history of cooperation and common culture of innovation between Qualcomm and Wilocity will enable the Wilocity team to leverage the strengths and leadership of Qualcomm to deliver mobile, computing and networking customers together. Innovative wireless technologies to meet the growing interconnection needs around the world and we are excited to work together to take our 60 GHz vision to a whole new level and scale. "

Industry Support for 60 GHz Wireless Technology

Sujai Hajela, senior vice president of Cisco's Enterprise Networking Group, said: "Tri-band wireless capabilities will revolutionize the computing and networking of enterprises and bring benefits to businesses." The multi-Gigabit performance and enhanced networking capabilities that WiGig brings Greatly changing the way people access and use network resources.It is privileged to work with industry leaders such as Qualcomm, who are investing in the latest technologies and driving the creation of ecosystems that employ them. "

Kirk Schell, vice president of Dell's Business Unit Business Unit, said: "As one of the first companies to launch WiGig products and one of the founders of the WiGig specification, we understand the huge commercial and consumer benefits of 60 GHz technology, and are currently shipping high-speed desktops and local area networks The growing demand for connectivity, and we know that this is just the beginning of a 60 GHz application, has made the 60 GHz particularly important and the industry is ready for launch, and we are excited that QUALCOMM can work with Dell to promote WiGig. "

Billy Anders, manager of operating systems at Microsoft Corp., said: "Tri-band Wi-Fi, including multi-gigabit 60 GHz connectivity with WiGig, helps a wide range of different types of devices, including computers, tablets and mobile phones, Few people know that WiGig started with a meeting with several other companies in Microsoft's campus, including Wilocity, and is pleased to see the technology evolve rapidly, which means WiGig will gain rapid adoption. "

Edgar Figueroa, president and CEO of the Wi-Fi Alliance, said: "The Wi-Fi Alliance is pleased to see QUALCOMM further promote WiGig technology in the industry, a development that means 60 GHz technology is being deployed in a wide range of industries and markets By one step, WiGig CERTIFIED will extend the Wi-Fi Alliance's seamless connectivity vision and enable innovative applications. "