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NEC selects Freescale processor for latest backhaul

Freescale Semiconductor has announced that its embedded communications processor has been chosen by NEC Corporation for the newest generation of PASOLINK microwave communications equipment.

Enhanced version of WeFi software launched for locating Wi-Fi hotspots

With the anticipated growth in importance of Wi-Fi as a means of offloading data traffic from overburdened cellular networks, the means of locating and automatically connecting to suitable hotspots is becoming a priority. Now WeFi, a company that has already created a database of over 56 million Wi-Fi access points worldwide, has launched an updated version of its free connection software for PC and Android mobile phones. The software locates and categorises available Wi-Fi hotspots, with user-friendly mapping of all access points relative to a specific street address.

Ruckus Wireless managed Wi-Fi system challenges WiMAX business model

In a move that appears to strengthen the case for supporters of Wi-Fi as a means of offloading the traffic from hard-pressed 3G networks, Ruckus Wireless has today introduced an end-to-end managed, wireless broadband access (WBA) solution based on IEEE 802.11n, which it says will give service providers a cost-effective, expandable model for offering broadband data services in developing urban environments. The Ruckus WBA solution includes outdoor mesh access points (AP), customer premises equipment (CPE), a new line of smart Wi-Fi backhaul systems and system-wide remote management.

Mimix Broadband introduces integrated QFN-packaged receiver for 27 – 34GHz

Mimix Broadband has introduced a 27 - 34 GHz QFN packaged receiver with a noise figure of 2.5dB and 13dB conversion gain, suitable for point-to-point (PTP) microwave radio, LMDS, SatCom and VSAT applications. The XR1019-QH receiver integrates an LNA, image reject mixer and LO buffer amplifier, and is housed in a fully moulded 4 x 4mm QFN package, making the device easy to install and handle in volume applications.