Date: 21/12/2009

ITM selects Broadcom's Bluetooth tech for its hands-free car kits

ITM has selected Broadcom's Bluetooth technology for wireless car kit products, which reduces problematic background noise to deliver a better audio experience.

ITM says, a version being sold by Sprint in the U.S., are based on the Broadcom BCM2044S single-chip ROM-based solution for Bluetooth audio products and integrate its SmartAudio sound and voice enhancement technology.

Joseph Lee, President of ITM Inc. said, "Broadcom Bluetooth solutions have enabled us to offer a highly compelling user experience, with excellent audio performance and the advanced features today's consumers expect in hands-free devices. By being able to offer a complete silicon and software solution, Broadcom has significantly simplified the process of developing unique products, such as our car kit devices."

Craig Ochikubo, Vice President & General Manager, Wireless Personal Area Networking, Broadcom's Wireless Connectivity Group said, "We are committed to delivering the industry's best solutions for Bluetooth headset and audio applications, with end-to-end solutions that include cost effective chip architectures and superior audio processing for compelling audio products. Innovative products, such as these new Bluetooth car kits from ITM, highlight the flexibility of our designs and continue the momentum we're gaining with the leading makers of hands-free devices."

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