Avago Technologies Ships 600 Millionth Optical Mouse Sensor.Continues to Lead Industry by Providing Innovative Optical and Laser Mouse Sensor Solutions to Major Mouse Manufacturers Worldwide SAN JOSE San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif. -- Avago Technologies Avago Technologies is an American company which was earlier the semiconductor products division of HP and later Agilent Technologies, before being spun off into a distinct legal entity. It holds more than 2,000 patents. today announced it has shipped its 600 millionth optical mouse sensor since the release of its first navigation sensor in 1999. Avago pioneered optical sensing optical sensing, in general, any method by which information that occurs as variations in the intensity, or some other property, of light is translated into an electric signal. This is usually accomplished by the use of various photoelectric devices. for mouse technology and continues to be a trend setter setter: see sporting dog. setter Any of three breeds derived from a medieval hunting dog that would set (lie down) when it found birds so that it and the birds could be covered with a net. Setters have long hair on the ears, chest, legs, and tail. in providing entry-level to next-generation optical and laser mouse sensors to all major LED and laser optical-mouse manufacturers worldwide. The company is a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for advanced communications, industrial and commercial applications. "Reaching 600 million mouse sensors shipped is a significant milestone for us because it shows the enormous penetration that Avago's mouse sensors have made in this market," said Ngoh Kee Hane, vice president and general manager of the Navigation Products Division at Avago Technologies. "To put this milestone in perspective, we have provided manufacturers with enough optical mouse sensors to provide a PC mouse to every citizen living in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , Japan, Malaysia, Germany and France. As an industry leader in this market, our goal is to continue to lead the market with innovative LED and laser optical-mouse sensors that meet the price and performance needs of our customers." Today, optical mice using Avago Technologies' navigation sensors range from inexpensive entry-level to high-precision models. Moreover, Avago has played a key role in helping mouse manufacturers to convert from mice that use a ball for navigation to optical and laser-based mice that can track on more surfaces with greater accuracy. Avago's optical sensors can be found inside miniature mice, which are ideal for children and mobile travelers with notebook computers A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. , in high-performance gaming applications, and in corded and cordless cord·less adj. Having no cord, usually using batteries as a source of power: a cordless telephone. cord optical mice that use power-saving technology to deliver longer battery life. Avago Technologies has achieved many milestones since the release of its first optical mouse sensor in 1999: * In 2001, Avago introduced the first low-power optical mouse sensor for cordless optical mice and co-developed the first USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. and PS/2 optical mouse reference design kit. * In 2002, Avago introduced the world's smallest optical mouse sensor and co-developed the first high-performance USB and PS/2 optical mouse reference design kit. * In 2004, Avago co-developed the first high-performance 27 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. USB wireless optical mouse reference design kit and the first 2.4 GHz USB wireless mouse/keyboard reference design kit. * In 2004, Avago developed its patented LaserStream illumination illumination, in art illumination, in art, decoration of manuscripts and books with colored, gilded pictures, often referred to as miniatures (see miniature painting); historiated and decorated initials; and ornamental border designs. and tracking technology. * In 2005, Avago introduced the world's highest-resolution laser optical mouse sensors for high-end office use, wireless and PC gaming applications; and the world's lowest-power LED optical mouse sensor offering 18 months of operation from alkaline alkaline /al·ka·line/ (al´kah-lin) (-lin) 1. having the reactions of an alkali. 2. having a pH greater than 7.0. al·ka·line adj. 1. AA battery cells. * In February, Avago introduced a new generation of LaserStream and LED-based optical mouse sensors for both corded and cordless applications. Avago Optical Mouse Sensor Solutions Avago Technologies provides a broad portfolio of mouse sensors, ranging from inexpensive, entry-level and high-precision LED-based models to a range of sensors incorporating Avago's revolutionary LaserStream mouse technology. Since their introduction, optical mice powered by Avago's optical sensing technology have become the standard in computer input devices. Optical mice eliminate the need for a mouse pad A fabric-covered rubber pad roughly 9" square that provides a smooth surface for rolling a mouse. There are also mouse pads that provide a better surface; for example, 3M makes the Precise Mousing Surface, an ultra-thin mouse pad that is engineered to reduce friction. and offer more precise pointing and movement than mechanical mice. Because optical mice have no ball or cavity, no cleaning is necessary, making them more reliable and longer lasting. More information about Avago's LED-based and LaserStream optical navigation sensors is available at www.avagotech.com/opticalnavigation. About Avago Technologies Avago Technologies is a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for advanced communications, industrial and commercial applications. With approximately 6,500 employees worldwide, Avago provides an extensive range of analog, mixed-signal and optoelectronic components and subsystems to more than 40,000 customers. The company's products serve four end markets: industrial and automotive, wired infrastructure, wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. , and computer peripherals. It is recognized for providing 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. Avago, Avago Technologies, and the A logo are trademarks of Avago Technologies Limited in the United States and other countries. NOTE TO EDITORS: Please direct reader inquiries to Avago Technologies at +1 800-235-0312, or e-mail us at support@avagotech.com. |
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