US-based semiconductor manufacturerSkyworks SolutionsIntroduced a new set of high performance,Fully integrated front-end module,For the rapidly expanding IoT market。These modules are forNext-generation Bluetooth,Threading and ZigBee wireless network protocol provide the first in a series of solutions for multi-mode operation。
The company believes,System on chip(SoC)When the platform is used together,These modules are in best condition,Provide efficient wireless solutions,Maximize battery life,At the same time increase the transmission range by increasing the power。Skyworks added,Several leading SoC vendors are using these front-end modules as part of their reference designs。
John O’Neill, Vice President of Marketing, SkyworksMeans:"As consumers and businesses need to connect seamlessly,So the market is highly integrated,Strong demand for performance-driven analog solutions,Can significantly improve range and battery life。Skyworks is pleased to provide the first front-end modules that support multiple protocols,Including the upcoming Bluetooth 5,It will also address the most popular broadband platforms and IoT applications。“
Skyworks cited a report from ABI Research,The report predicts the global wireless connectivity market – Does not include cellular connection – Will reach more than 10 billion IC shipments per year by 2021。
With the introduction of Bluetooth network function,Evolving Wi-Fi protocol,And the enhancement of 802.15.4 such as ZigBee 3.0 and Thread, and the development of multi-protocol SoC solutions,There are many new opportunities in almost every vertical field。Analyst estimates,The global ZigBee home automation market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 26% from 2016 to 2020。