Avago Technologies' Ultra-Low-Noise Amplifier for GPS Handsets Named 2005 Product of the Year by analogZONE.

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Avago Technologies today announced that its ALM-1106 ultra-low-noise amplifier (LNA) module used for enhancing performance in GPS handsets has been named a 2005 Product of the Year by analogZONE. Each year analogZONE recognizes award winners for product design and performance, likely contribution to the field of analog engineering and anticipated market success.

The Avago Technologies ALM-1106's combination of a low-noise figure to improve sensitivity, miniature size, low-voltage operation, low device current, and battery-saving features such as integrated shutdown capability makes the amplifier module an ideal choice for GPS receivers incorporated in handsets. The ALM-1106 also enables concurrent GPS capability with the industry's highest linearity (IIP3 = 4.7 dBm) and lowest noise figure (NF = 0.8 dB) performance. As cellular handset manufacturers start offering location-based services to comply with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Enhanced 911 (E911) mandate, service providers will require enhanced GPS sensitivity, which can only be met with a high-performance GPS LNA.

Avago Technologies' monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) LNA module is also ideal for IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g Wi-Fi receivers and receivers for 2 GHz and 3.5 GHz IEEE 802.16 WiMAX (wireless microwave access)/BWA (broadband wireless access).

"Each year the editors at analogZONE go through a rigorous process in selecting the most outstanding products of the year," said Paul McGoldrick, editor-in-chief of analogZONE. "Avago has repeatedly proven its expertise in the design of microwave components based on its rich R&D heritage -- the low-noise amplifier has winner written all over it and deservedly so for such a well-controlled performer."

"We are honored to receive this award from analogZONE," said Bryan Ingram, vice president and general manager for the Wireless Semiconductor Division at Avago Technologies. "The award confirms our commitment to continuously delivering products with increased performance while lowering the material costs for our customers."

About Avago's RF/Microwave Solutions

With three decades of RF and microwave design and manufacturing experience, Avago Technologies helps its customers meet the most demanding technical specifications and pass the most difficult regulatory tests around the world. Avago's RF/microwave components target handset, base station and wireless LAN applications and offer numerous benefits, including small packages, excellent power efficiency and industry-leading performance specifications. More information is available at www.avagotech.com/rf.

About Avago Technologies

Avago Technologies is the world's largest privately held semiconductor company, with 6,500 employees and net revenue of $1.8 billion in fiscal 2005. Avago provides an extensive range of analog, mixed-signal and optoelectronic components and subsystems to more than 40,000 customers worldwide. The company serves three primary product categories comprising optoelectronics, RF/microwave components and enterprise ASICs, and is recognized for providing innovative, high-quality products along with strong customer service and the industry's best on-time delivery. Avago's heritage of technical innovation dates back 40 years to its Agilent/Hewlett-Packard roots. Information about Avago is available on the Web at www.avagotech.com.

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