CSR today debuted the SiRFstarV 5e, a Global Navigation Satellite System engine optimised to enable highly accurate location positioning for devices including mobile phones, cameras, and health and fitness products. By supporting fully concurrent GLONASS, GPS, QZSS and SBAS from ROM, the highest accuracy and fastest time-to-first-fix are ensured.

CSR has revealed that its Quatro 4300 SoC is behind the high-performance of the new Pringo pocket-size printer from HiTi Digital. The printer, which will be launched and demonstrated for the first time at Computex in Taipei (stand #C0328), is the first mobile Wi-Fi enabled dye-sub photo printer to be introduced into the market, enabling consumers to affordably print high-resolution photographs on the go.

CSR plc today announces the launch of the first AEC-Q100 qualified single mode Bluetooth Smart embedded device for automotive applications, CSR1010 auto. The device will service existing and upcoming wireless applications in the vehicle as part of a complete Bluetooth v4.0 based end-to-end solution. It will also increase the integration of smartphones and other consumer devices into the driving experience of the future. The new solution will be d...

CSR plc today announces the launch of the CSRC9300, the first auto-grade chipset to combine Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v4.0 connectivity with audio capabilities. The complete solution will enable car manufacturers to deliver future connected car applications, such as Miracast over 5Ghz, and keyless entry using Bluetooth v4.0. The chipset will be demonstrated for the first time on CSR’s stand #65 at Telematics Detroit 2013 from 5 - 6 June.

CSR today announces the launch of its second generation Bluetooth Smart platforms, designed to give greater flexibility to developers looking to create low-power wireless accessories. The CSR1010 and CSR1011, part of the CSR µEnergy range, will provide developers with end-to-end solutions for a range of devices, including HIDs such as wireless remote controls, mice and innovative ‘accessories’.

CSR today announced that its SiRFstarV, SiRFprima and SiRFatlas location platforms are now able to acquire and track satellites and utilise location data from the recently activated BeiDou Satellite Navigation System (BDS) to help these devices achieve best-in-class location positioning and navigation performance anywhere in the world.

CSR is giving attendees at the International CES 2013 conference and exhibition a private preview of its forthcoming wireless sound bar platform reference design, demonstrating a fully integrated and scalable hardware and software system that provides consumer electronics OEMs a fast, flexible and cost-effective path to producing a range of next-generation sound bar products.

Many mainstream consumers may soon own and enjoy networked home audio products thanks to two innovative system-level DLNA platforms introduced by CSR. These fully integrated solutions will enable manufacturers to quickly bring to market a range of affordable DLNA Certified products with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart connectivity. The introduction of the new Sonata networked media processor in combination with CSR’s extensive portfolio of...

At 2013 CES, CSR has introduced a bold array of demonstrations of turnkey hardware and software solutions that manufacturers can use to deliver exciting capabilities and differentiating features in the next generation of wireless and networked audio products and a variety of Bluetooth Smart devices. With more than 40 public and private demonstrations at the show, CSR underscores the diversity of wireless connectivity, voice and music, advanced im...

In what is believed to be the first practical demonstration using Bluetooth to deliver action- synchronised, high-quality audio to a wireless gaming headset, CSR has broken the barrier that has separated the Bluetooth wireless audio and gaming worlds. By overcoming Bluetooth’s inherent inability to allow users to play games interactively with synchronised high-quality audio and visual action, the CSR aptX Low Latency codec at the heart of the d...

CSR has stated today that Bluegiga has announced the availability of two new modules based on CSR Wi-Fi technology. The new modules – Bluegiga WF111 and WF121 – are designed for embedded applications requiring reliable Wi-Fi connectivity and can be quickly and easily designed into new products by developers.

CSR plc today introduced the SiRFatlasVI infotainment SoC, the latest generation of the company’s value-leading navigation, multimedia and connectivity solution for creating high-performance, mainstream in-vehicle infotainment systems and mobile Internet and portable navigation devices. The SiRFatlasVI SoC enables manufacturers to rapidly develop and bring to market exciting new OEM and aftermarket products that are able to run multiple functio...

As the home and business environments march towards the reality of wireless connectivity, car drivers and passengers are expecting the same functionality and wire-free freedom they enjoy in other areas of their lives. There are two applications where consumers expect to enjoy high-quality audio. The first is streaming content from their smart devices to the head unit and the second is listening to high quality audio from their rear-seat entertai...

CSR plc today announced the availability of the CSR µEnergy SDK 1.4, the latest version of the company’s software toolkit for the speedy development of Bluetooth Smart devices. This updated version of the CSR µEnergy SDK provides a complete development platform with a new low entry price that features market-leading Bluetooth low energy profile and sample application support.

CSR plc today announced availability of the CSR6030A11, its most powerful and feature-rich automotive-qualified standalone Wi-Fi solution. CSR introduced the CSR6000 family of automotive-grade platforms in April 2011 and, in close collaboration with automotive manufacturers, has since continued updating the company’s Wi-Fi solution to meet and exceed customer expectations. Representing a significant R&D investment, CSR’s new automotive Wi-Fi...

CSR plc today unveiled RoadTunes ADK 3.0, a new application development kit (ADK) for its popular Bluetooth hands-free solution for in-car infotainment systems. This latest ADK release offers many exciting additions, including the latest version of CVC, CSR’s echo and noise suppression solution, and wireless control of iOS-based products with the Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad feature, and is the first production-ready release of RoadTunes to offer ...

CSR plc today debuted its first product based on the SiRFstarV architecture, a quad-GNSS location platform designed to support GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and Compass systems and optimized to address the ever more demanding needs of the auto industry. Designed for automotive market AEC-Q100 qualification requirements and able to operate in either engine or tracker modes, the SiRFstarVe is able to break through ambient electrical noise and radio interf...

CSR plc today announced that HTC Corporation has licensed the CSR aptX audio codec to deliver CD-quality wireless Bluetooth audio in the first three models of the new HTC One series of high-performance smart phones, the HTC One X, One V and One S. All three devices in the HTC One series feature aptX technology designed to ensure CD-quality Bluetooth stereo audio, resulting in a more authentic sound experience when users listen to their favourite ...

CSR plc today announced the opening of the CSR Automotive Systems Development and Applications Centre in Ingolstadt, Southern Germany. CSR acquired the facility, which was built by TEMIC Telefunken Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH, a provider of RF system solutions for auto-infotainment and consumer products, as part of its merger with Zoran Corporation last year. Close to the major German automotive OEM’s and Tier One suppliers, the Ingolstadt facili...

Synopsys, Inc. today announced that CSR plc, a leader in wireless, location and audiovisual technology, has deployed Synopsys' Galaxy Implementation Platform for the design of its 40-nanometer (nm) system-on-chips (SoCs). CSR cited the Galaxy platform's ability to deliver a robust hierarchical SoC design flow while converging on aggressive timing, area, and power goals as a key advantage of collaborating with Synopsys.