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MediaTek Helio X23 & X27 Set New Benchmark in User Experience
Dec 01, 2016 - 09:00 AM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – December1, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the launch of two upgraded mobile processors— MediaTek Helio X23 and Helio X27 – adding new features and experiences to the MediaTek Helio X20 family.
MediaTek to Power the Future of Driving with New Semiconductor Product Portfolio for Automotive Industry
Nov 29, 2016 - 12:30 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – November 29, 2016 –– MediaTek, a global semiconductor leader, today announced its plan to bring holistic, fully integrated system solutions to the automotive industry beginning Q1 2017.
MediaTek UltraCast Brings 4K Streaming to Connected Devices
Nov 21, 2016 - 04:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – November21, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the launch of its UltraCast technology, the first chipset-enabled streaming technology on the market that enables users to enjoy the stunning clarity of 4K video content generated by their smartphones and stream it wirelessly to a 4K-ready television or set-top box.
MediaTek and Ericsson Bring Affordable LTE-Advanced Connectivity to Underserved Smartphone Market in Africa
Nov 15, 2016 - 05:00 PM
CAPE TOWN, South Africa – November 15, 2016 – MediaTek today announced its collaboration with multinational telecommunications company Ericsson to make LTE-Advanced features available in mainstream mobile devices. This partnership will ensure the affordability of devices that support LTE-Advanced technology to consumers across the region.
MediaTek Accepting Applications from Engineers in India for Free Smartphone Design Training Program
Nov 04, 2016 - 01:00 PM
New Delhi, India – MediaTek Inc. announced a Smartphone Design-Training program on October 6, 2016 to foster and develop talent for India’s fast-growing handset industry. Since then, the company has opened nominations from the hardware sector and spread the word via various digital and industry mediums. The last date for submissions is Tuesday, 8th November 2016.
First MediaTek-Powered Smartphone Launched by Verizon Wireless
Oct 20, 2016 - 05:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – October 20, 2016 – MediaTek today announces the launch of the first-ever MediaTek-powered CDMA/LTE smartphone by Verizon Wireless. The LG Stylo™ 2 V marks MediaTek’s debut as a certified smartphone chipset provider to Verizon Wireless.
MediaTek Labs and SAC Collaborate to Launch New HDK and Extend the LinkIt™ Development Platform for RTOS to Wearables
Oct 11, 2016 - 09:00 AM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – October11, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the availability of the LinkIt™ 2523 Hardware Development Kit (HDK) for developers looking to create advanced wearable products. Based on the MediaTek MT2523G chipset the HDK - produced by Silicon Application Corp (SAC) - offers dual-mode Bluetooth, comprehensive GNSS standards support and industry leading performance in terms of...
MediaTek Debuts Smartphone Design Training Program to Support ‘Make in India’ Initiative
Oct 06, 2016 - 04:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – October6, 2016 – MediaTek Inc. today announced a Smartphone Design-Training program to foster and develop talent for India’s fast-growing handset industry.
First MediaTek-Powered Smartphone Introduced by Sprint
Sep 16, 2016 - 10:00 AM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – September 16, 2016 –The first MediaTek-enabled smartphone for Sprint launched today, breaking new ground for MediaTek in the U.S. market. This marks MediaTek’s first premium chipset offered in a device on a major U.S. carrier network.
New MediaTek SoC Selected to Power ASUS ZenPad Tablet
Aug 09, 2016 - 05:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – August 9, 2016 – MediaTek today announced its new MT8176 system-on-chip was selected to power the recently released ASUS ZenPad 3S 10. MediaTek’s feature-rich SoC gives ASUS ZenPad users exceptional experiences through a brilliant 2K display, powerful performance and outstanding picture quality, making the tablet ideal for viewing high-resolution digital photos and FHD movies.
MediaTek Powers Polar M600 Sports-Optimized Android Wear™ Smartwatch
Aug 03, 2016 - 09:00 AM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – August 3, 2016 – To meet consumer demand for smarter, feature-rich fitness and activity wearables, MediaTek today announced it powers the newly launched Polar M600, an Android Wear™ sports-optimized smartwatch.
MediaTek Launches MediaTek helio X20 Development Board For Advanced Product Creation Across Markets
Jun 27, 2016 - 03:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – June 27, 2016 – MediaTek today launched MediaTek helio X20 Development Board, based on its high-end MediaTek helio X20 mobile processor, making it the first development board in the industry to use Tri-Cluster, deca-core and ARM® Cortex®-A72 technology.
MediaTek Introduces Pump Express 3.0 Its Fastest Battery Charging Solution for Smartphones
May 30, 2016 - 03:00 PM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – May 30, 2016 – Today’s high-powered smartphones have battery demanding applications and users. To help consumers quickly re-charge and stay connected to their world, MediaTek today launched Pump Express 3.0, its fastest battery charging technology to date.
MediaTek Labs Announces Availability of New LinkIt™ Development Platform for RTOS
Apr 20, 2016 - 10:00 AM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – April 20, 2016 – MediaTek today announced its MediaTek LinkIt™ Development Platform for RTOS and the platform’s first hardware development kit (HDK). This platform is the first from MediaTek delivering a common tool chain and set of APIs for multiple chipsets, offering developers the ability to create a range of IoT devices using one common software development kit, the MediaTek...
MediaTek Launches Imagiq™ Image Signal Processor, Accelerating the Smartphone Multimedia Revolution
Mar 10, 2016 - 02:00 PM
Beijing, March 10, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the ImagiqTM image signal processor (ISP), a complete, self-developed application solution for its MediaTek helio high-end smartphone chipset solution to meet increasing demands for multimedia features. MediaTek Imagiq integrates a number of advanced imaging technologies and photography features, fully leveraging its dual camera design,...
MediaTek and Ericsson complete Wi-Fi calling Interoperability Testing to Expand Device Ecosystem
Feb 23, 2016 - 08:00 AM
Barcelona/Spain, Hsinchu/Taiwan and Kista/Sweden – February 23 2016 – MediaTek and Ericsson today announced successful testing to enable Wi-Fi calling across advanced MediaTek powered mobile devices and Ericsson's mobile network. The collaboration will bring the advantages of Wi-Fi calling to a significantly larger base of devices and end-users.
Orange and MediaTek Announce Collaboration to Speed Adoption of Cellular Connectivity for Connected Objects
Feb 22, 2016 - 09:00 PM
SPAIN, Barcelona – February 22, 2016 – MediaTek and Orange today announced a new collaboration to market IoT tailored offerings embedding ready-to-use cellular connectivity to address the growing industrial demand for connected objects. The agreement will address professional developers and manufacturers of IoT devices including consumer electronics products.
MediaTek Introduces the MediaTek Helio P20 as Newest Addition to its Premium Mobile Processor Family
Feb 22, 2016 - 02:00 PM
SPAIN, Barcelona – February 22, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the MediaTek helio P20 system-on-chip, an ultra-power saving SoC and the latest addition to its top-tier MediaTek helio family of mobile processors. The MediaTek helio P20 brings new experiences to consumers and design freedom to device makers by combining impressive battery life, powerful performance and premium features for the...
MediaTek Expands Wearables Portfolio with MT2511 for Health and Fitness Devices
Feb 22, 2016 - 02:00 PM
SPAIN, Barcelona – February 22, 2016 – As the global demand for mobile health devices continues to grow, MediaTek today announced the MT2511, MediaTek’s first bio-sensing analog front-end (AFE) chip designed for health and fitness devices. The MT2511 enables bio signal acquisition through electrocardiography (ECG) and photoplethysmography (PPG) simultaneously.
NTT DOCOMO and MediaTek Forge Partnership for 5G Technology Development and Trials
Feb 22, 2016 - 02:00 PM
SPAIN, Barcelona – February 22, 2016 – NTT DOCOMO, INC. and MediaTek today announced a joint effort to drive 5G technology development. The two companies will collaborate on developing new 5G air interface and chipsets required for 5G devices, raising spectrum efficiency and increasing data capacity. MediaTek is one of the major technology companies selected by DOCOMO to contribute expertise and...
MediaTek and Nokia to Demonstrate Extended Coverage Enhanced General Packet Radio Service (EC-EGPRS) at Mobile World Congress
Feb 18, 2016 - 01:00 PM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – February 18, 2016 – Preparing for a world where billions of devices and sensors will constantly transmit data, Nokia and MediaTek will demonstrate technology in Barcelona designed to improve power consumption and enhance network coverage. Extended Coverage Enhanced General Packet Radio Service (EC-EGPRS) encompasses new innovative features such as Power Efficient Operation (PEO)...
MediaTek Introduces Helio P25 Premium Performance Chip For Dual-Camera Smartphones
Feb 08, 2016 - 09:00 AM
HSINCHU, Taiwan – February 8, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the launch of its MediaTek Helio P25, the newest addition to the MediaTek Helio P series mobile processor family. The new chipset combines the power of 16nm Octa-core processing with MediaTek Imagiq - a superior Image Signal Processor (ISP) technology - and dual camera features to satisfy smartphone photographers.
MediaTek Announces MT2523 Series Designed for Smart Watches
Jan 04, 2016 - 09:00 AM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – January 4, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the MT2523 series. Designed for active and fitness smart watches, it is the world’s first system-in-package (SiP) to offer GPS, dual-mode Bluetooth Low Energy, and a MIPI-supported high-resolution mobile screen.
MediaTek Launches MT8581 for Ultra-HD 4K Blu-ray Players
Jan 04, 2016 - 09:00 AM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – 4 Jan. 2016 – MediaTek today announced the MediaTek MT8581, a highly integrated multimedia system-on-chip for Ultra High Definition (4K) Blu-ray players. The MT8581 will power the industry’s first Blu-ray players to use both Ultra-HD (UHD) and high-dynamic range imaging (HDR), dramatically improving display clarity and contrast beyond what is currently on the market. Unlike...
MediaTek Announces Additions to Smart Home Product Portfolio with MT7697 Platform
Jan 04, 2016 - 09:00 AM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – January 4, 2016 – MediaTek today announced the MT7697 to help bridge Internet of Things (IoT) in the home. This new SoC furthers the market-leading family of IoT chips that provide high levels of integration with impressively low power consumption for applications such as home appliances, home automation, smart gadgets, IoT bridges and cloud connectivity.
Better Experiences Begin with MediaTek at CES 2016
Jan 04, 2016 - 09:00 AM
TAIWAN, Hsinchu – January 4, 2016 – It all starts with screens. How that information we view daily – on our TVs, mobile handsets, tablets or variety of other devices – is displayed.