Captures Silicon-on-Insulator Analog IC Design Wins with Leading
Provider of Revolutionary Touch-Sensitive Automotive Applications
WOBURN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS), an innovator of high
performance analog semiconductors enabling a broad range of end markets,
announced that its industry-leading Silicon-on-insulator (SOI) switching
technology is now being utilized by European, Japanese, Korean and North
American car manufacturers for advanced infotainment systems.
Specifically, Skyworks' solid state technology is enabling seamless low
noise and broadband switching between audio, Blu-ray/DVD, navigation,
cell phone and vehicle security display inputs as well as a variety of
other high bandwidth media sources in automobiles. Skyworks'
ultra-broadband RF switches, the first targeted for AEC-Q100 automotive
qualification, offer increased reliability at a lower cost structure
than more problematic electromechanical switches.
"Skyworks is once again demonstrating its commitment to leverage our
analog semiconductor technology across broad market applications," said
David Stasey, general manager of analog solutions at Skyworks. "We are
delighted to be supporting the automotive industry with high performance
wireless semiconductor technology that is enhancing safety and the
overall driving experience."
RF semiconductor integration is one of the fastest growing trends in
automotive-interior electronics. Globally, automotive semiconductor
revenues are estimated at over $25 billion, according to IHS iSuppli.
Automotive and transportation user interface solutions are being driven
to the next level by superior interior and exterior human-to-machine
interfaces. Using innovative technologies such as high speed solid state
switching, automotive companies are enhancing the driving experience
with reliable, interactive controls that combine style, performance,
reliability and innovative technology.
About Skyworks' Automotive Solutions
Skyworks offers a broad range of high-performance analog and mixed
signal semiconductors that are key components to the design of wireless
automotive systems and transportation infrastructure. For a full list of
automotive solutions, please visit our Web site at www.skyworksinc.com.
For more information on Skyworks quality standards for automotive
customers, please refer to the following Skyworks
Quality Standards for Automotive Customers.
About Skyworks
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high performance analog
semiconductors. Leveraging core technologies, Skyworks supports
automotive, broadband, cellular infrastructure, energy management, GPS,
industrial, medical, military, wireless networking, smartphone and
tablet applications. The Company's portfolio includes amplifiers,
attenuators, circulators, demodulators, detectors, diodes, directional
couplers, front-end modules, hybrids, infrastructure RF subsystems,
isolators, lighting and display solutions, mixers, modulators,
optocouplers, optoisolators, phase shifters, PLLs/synthesizers/VCOs,
power dividers/combiners, power management devices, receivers, switches
and technical ceramics.
Headquartered in Woburn, Mass., Skyworks is worldwide with engineering,
manufacturing, sales and service facilities throughout Asia, Europe and
North America. For more information, please visit Skyworks' Web site at: www.skyworksinc.com.
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