Single-processor modem enters test phase: News from TTPCom

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TTPCom has started interoperability testing with its single processor based Edge modem design. The single processor configuration of TTPCom's proven cellular baseband engine (CBE) includes the complete modem from RF drivers to protocol stack software (GSM, GPRS and Edge) on the digital signal processor (DSP). The use of a single processor enables handset manufacturers to use the second processor for applications or open operating systems, while minimising silicon count and the bill of materials.

Julian Hildersley, Managing Director of TTPCom's Silicon Business Unit commented: "The commencement of Edge interoperability testing is a significant step forward for our single processor architecture.

It means that silicon and handset manufacturers will soon be able to mass produce Edge capable feature phones, smartphones and PDAs with lower costs, smaller form factor and increased capabilities, all within a shorter time frame".

He added: "As the market for Edge devices grows there will be significant interest in developing applications that enable end users to make use of the higher bandwidth.

Separating the modem functionality from the applications enables this fast moving evolution and innovation to take place, without impacting on the performance and reliability of the cellular modem".

TTPCom is demonstrating its single processor architecture this week on Booth 1816 at CTIA wireless in Atlanta, Georgia until 24th March; and on Booth 532 at Electronica USA in San Francisco, California from 29th March to 1st April 2004.

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News Release from: TTPCom Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 23 March 2004

Single-processor modem enters test phase

TTPCom has started interoperability testing with its single processor based Edge modem design.

Note: Readers of the Editor’s free email newsletter will have read this news when it was announced. . It’s free!

News Release from: TTPCom
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 23 March 2004