Date: 07/02/2024

VeriSilicon and Innobase unveil 5G RedCap/4G LTE dual-mode modem solution

VeriSilicon and Innobase have joined forces to introduce a groundbreaking 5G RedCap/4G LTE dual-mode modem solution, marking a significant milestone in wireless communication technology. This collaborative effort leverages the expertise of both companies to deliver a cutting-edge chip that meets the demands of next-generation connectivity.

The newly launched modem solution features a chip that has undergone rigorous tape-out and verification processes, signaling its readiness for mass production and imminent global release. Powered by 5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) technology, defined by 3GPP in 5G Release 17, the solution caters to mid-to-high speed IoT applications. By seamlessly integrating 4G LTE capabilities, it offers a comprehensive cellular IoT ecosystem to address diverse connectivity needs.

This strategic collaboration between VeriSilicon and Innobase expands VeriSilicon's wireless communication IP portfolio, empowering customers with access to versatile 4G and 5G modem IP solutions. Moreover, the partnership aims to deliver complete user equipment (UE) reference designs, encompassing essential components like radio frequency (RF) transceivers and power management chipsets. This holistic approach ensures that customers receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their connectivity requirements.

The joint unveiling of the 5G RedCap/4G LTE dual-mode modem solution by VeriSilicon and Innobase heralds a new era in wireless connectivity. By combining their expertise, the two companies have developed a cutting-edge solution that not only meets the demands of next-generation IoT applications but also offers seamless integration with existing 4G LTE networks. As the modem solution enters mass production and prepares for its global debut, it represents a significant leap forward in advancing wireless communication technology.

Lu Wenbo, Senior Vice President of Innobase, said, “We are delighted to collaborate with VeriSilicon to fully leverage Innobase’s Yunbao Modem and VeriSilicon’s wireless connectivity technology. This allows us to offer our customers leading IoT communication connectivity solutions. We have developed the world’s first commercially available IP that meets the 5G RedCap/4G LTE dual-mode communication standards, and completed chip verification for mass production. It supports data and voice services of various application scenarios including RedCap communication modules, affordable 5G smart phones, wearables, Internet-connected smart vehicles, industrial IoT, video surveillance, and smart grids.”

“4G and 5G technologies are the mainstream mobile communication standards with long lifecycles and extensive application scenarios. Innobase has pioneered the launch and successful mass production of a 5G RedCap/4G LTE dual-mode modem chip, which demonstrates Innobase’s robust R&D and product commercialization capabilities,” said Wiseway Wang, Senior Vice President, General Manager of Custom Silicon Platform Division of VeriSilicon. “VeriSilicon is dedicated to the development and industrialization of low-power, high-performance IoT wireless communication technologies. Based on VeriSilicon's accumulated expertise in RF technologies and proprietary ZSP Digital Signal Processor (DSP) IPs, we have developed comprehensive wireless communication solutions that incorporate RF IPs, baseband IPs and software protocol stacks. By leveraging the advantages of advanced 22nm FD-SOI process in terms of low power consumption and high RF performance, we can deliver all-in-one wireless system designs, supporting diverse technical standards and applications such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular IoT, and multi-mode satellite navigation and positioning. These solutions have been integrated into multiple customer SoCs with mass production.”

Source: VeriSilicon

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