Marvell Introduces First WLAN Chipset Based on EWC Specification

Marvell Introduces First WLAN Chipset Based on EWC Specification

Marvell has extended the company’s technology leadership in the wireless space by announcing the availability of the Marvell 88W8360 chipset family. The 88W8360 family is the first silicon based on the Enhanced Wireless Consortium’s (EWC) recently announced technology specification for next-generation wireless local area networking (WLAN) products.

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The 88W8360 plays a key role in connecting all the elements of the digital home and is targeted at access points, PCs, set-top clients, residential gateways and other emerging consumer appliances. Marvell is working closely with key customers to deliver consumer products based on the EWC specification.

As the recognized leader in embedded consumer WLAN, Marvell revolutionized the industry by introducing the first 90nM solution for embedded consumer solutions including gaming, cellular handsets, digital cameras, MP3 players and other consumer devices. Marvell also delivered the first integrated WLAN VOIP products for cordless handsets and residential gateways. Also integral to Marvell’s digital home portfolio are the Company’s industry leading fast ethernet and gigabit switches for IP set top boxes, game consoles and broadband gateways.