FM radio and Bluetooth 2.0 capability in one chip

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Apr 16, 2007

A new low-power Bluetooth chip comprises an enhanced data rate (EDR)-compliant baseband, a radio frequency (RF) transceiver, and a worldwide FM radio receiver.

Marvell's 88W8689 Bluetooth chip comprises an enhanced data rate (EDR)-compliant baseband, a radio frequency (RF) transceiver, and a worldwide FM radio receiver.

The 88W8689 is a highly integrated device, providing extended-range features at a lower total system cost and at low power.

It supports simultaneous use of Bluetooth applications and FM radio, and includes support for the new Bluetooth Version 2.1 + EDR features.

With the addition of the 88W8689, Marvell now provides a comprehensive set of Bluetooth 2.0-enabled products that target high-volume consumer markets.

The highly integrated chip is optimised for both voice and audio transmissions, enabling an array of ultramobile, low-power consumer devices.

In addition, 88W8689 customers have access to Marvell's robust ecosystem solutions to help enhance the consumer experience.

"The 88W8689 - Marvell's second device enabling Bluetooth Version 2.0 + EDR features - extends our ability to drive high-volume consumer applications such as cell phones and portable media players", says Dr Paramesh Gopi, Vice President and General Manager of the Embedded and Emerging Business Unit, Communications and Consumer Business Group at Marvell.

"In addition, the 88W8689 will enable our customers to build extremely low-power devices - including hands-free car kits and Bluetooth headsets - that deliver an enhanced Bluetooth experience".

The Marvell 88W8689 is currently sampling with key, tier-one customers and will be in production in the second half of 2007.