From A-Z: Freescale Unleashes Design Freedom for Next-Generation Consumer Devices.LAS VEGAS -- Freescale Semiconductor (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :FSL FSL - Formal Semantics Language. A language for compiler writing. ["A Formal Semantics for Computer Languages and its Application in a Compiler-Compiler", J.A. Feldman, CACM 9(1) (Jan 1966)]. [Sammet 1969, p. 641]. ) (NYSE:FSL.B) --Freescale powers new, high-tech gadgets for the home, office, auto and mobile devices from Belkin, Gefen, Haier, Hawking, Toshiba, ViewSonic, Volvo and many others From A to Z -- Automotive applications to ZigBee(TM) home networking -- Freescale Semiconductor (NYSE:FSL) (NYSE:FSL.B) is showcasing a broad range of break-through technologies at the annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) January 5-8, 2006 in Las Vegas. The nation's third-largest chipmaker is featuring a variety of next-generation products and demonstrations for audio visual, infotainment, automotive, home appliance, wireless and networking applications. "Freescale is at the heart of a large number of new consumer products showcased at CES 2006," said Freescale's Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Michel Mayer. "Our innovations give consumer electronics companies the design freedom to create exciting next-generation devices and applications -- from HDTV (High Definition TV) A set of digital television (DTV) standards that offer the highest resolution and sharpest picture. Although some HDTV sets are available in standard (rather square) screen sizes, the overwhelming majority of sets are wide screen, which eliminates , healthcare monitoring systems and home appliances to autonomous cars, 3G smartphones and portable media players." Innovative device introductions at CES 2006 Freescale and its customers are announcing a number of consumer electronics innovations at the show including: --Toshiba's gigabeat S Series line of hard disc drive (HDD (Hard Disk Drive) See hard disk and HDD caddy. HDD - hard disk drive ) digital video and audio players, based on Freescale's multimedia applications processor and power management technologies --the Belkin "Cable-Free 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. " product suite that enables wireless audio, video and data streaming using Freescale's Ultra-Wideband (UWB (Ultra-WideBand) A wireless technology that uses less power and provides higher speed than 802.11 Wi-Fi networks or first-generation Bluetooth products. UWB is expected to provide wireless video transmission for home theater systems, cable TV, auto safety and ) technology --Hawking Technologies' HomeRemote(TM) System, based on Freescale's ZigBee technology, enabling wireless sensors and devices for home monitoring and control --the Gefen Inc. wireless USB extender See Media Center Extender, bus extender and DOS extender. product powered by Freescale's UWB technology allowing for high speed wireless connection between any USB 2.0 devices --SimpleDevices' advanced digital media player solutions for the automotive market, based on the MPC (1) (Mobile PC) A handheld or laptop computer. See handheld computer, laptop computer and Ultra-Mobile PC. (2) (MultiPath Channel) See multipath. 5200 processor family containing a PowerPC(R) core and powered by SimpleDevices SimpleWare software platforms --the Open Interface BLUETusk(TM) demonstration streaming HD video over a Bluetooth(R) protocol using UWB --ViewSonic digital signage display technology powered by the MPC8270 PowerQUICC(TM) II communications processor --MC44S803 single-chip broadband tuner that simplifies set-top box designs for a wide range of home entertainment appliances Freescale exhibit showcases digital home, office, car and mobile experiences Products based on Freescale technology are displayed in a variety of settings such as: --Home Theater: UWB high-definition television, wireless headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. and remote controls --Home Office: Printers, video and voice over IP (V2IP) handsets, set-top boxes, network attached storage platforms and virtual private network (VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. ) routers --On-the-Go: 3G mobile handsets, portable media players, 3D gaming consoles, Wi-Fi(R) enabled cell phones, digital video broadcast for handheld devices --Car: autonomous car featuring advanced sensing technologies and surround sound systems --Kitchen: home monitoring, security and control systems, robotics and leading-edge appliance technologies CES showcase areas powered by Freescale technology Freescale is sponsoring the CNET (body) CNET - Centre national d'Etudes des Telecommunications. The French national telecommunications research centre at Lannion. Stage in the convention center's South Hall 3 lobby and will be featuring presentations of the new Toshiba gigabeat S Series digital video and audio players. The company is sponsoring a Concierge Bar where visitors will enjoy live feeds of CES keynote sessions, as well as the NFL NFL abbr. National Football League NFL (US) n abbr (= National Football League) → Fußball-Nationalliga Playoffs. The high definition (HD) programming is delivered wirelessly via Freescale's UWB technology. Additionally, visitors can test their trivia knowledge with Qwizdom's wireless gaming system powered by Freescale. Freescale is participating in the CES Innovations Plus "TechZones" and the EETimes Great Minds, Great Ideas exhibition at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Halls B and C. At the Innovations Plus Bluetooth(R) TechZone (Booth 70448F) and the USB TechZone (Booth 70050J), Freescale is showcasing UWB applications. Additionally, Freescale is showcasing certified Wi-Fi solutions at the Wi-Fi Alliance Product Showcase located in the South Hall, Booth 37031. Freescale visionaries debate industry opportunities Freescale wireless and automotive technology experts are participating in four panel sessions at CES: --Boris Bobrov, global marketing director, Mobile Multimedia, is taking part in a Digital Hollywood Conference panel titled "Behind the Digital Home & Mobile Consumer" --Berardino Baratta, general manager, Multimedia Applications Division, is serving as a panelist on the "New Frontiers" segment of the EETimes "Great Minds, Great Ideas" series --Anand Ramamoorthy, vice president, Infotainment, Multimedia & Telematics, is representing Freescale on the "Opportunities in In-Vehicle Entertainment" panel --Calvin Harrison, manager, Marketing and Business Development, UWB, is speaking as a member of the Consumer Telematics Panel entitled "Equal Opportunities in Auto Entertainment? -- Teaming Up for Market Success" About Freescale Semiconductor Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NYSE:FSL) (NYSE:FSL.B) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of embedded semiconductors for the automotive, consumer, industrial, networking and wireless markets. Freescale became a publicly traded company publicly traded company A company whose shares of common stock are held by the public and are available for purchase by investors. The shares of publicly traded firms are bought and sold on the organized exchanges or in the over-the-counter market. in July 2004 after more than 50 years as part of Motorola, Inc. The company is based in Austin, Texas, and has design, research and development, manufacturing or sales operations in more than 30 countries. Freescale, a member of the S&P 500(R), is one of the world's largest semiconductor companies with 2004 sales of $5.7 billion (USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. ). www.freescale.com. Reader Inquiry Response: Freescale Semiconductor P.O. Box 17927 Denver, CO 80217 USA Freescale(TM) and the Freescale logo are trademarks of Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. (C) Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. 2006. |
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