NXP today launched a new application which allows Android smartphone users to use their NFC-enabled handset to create their own NFC tags.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced the TJA1028, a LIN transceiver family with an integrated low-drop voltage regulator in a very small 3x3mm leadless package. The voltage regulator is designed to power an automotive Electronic Control Unit (ECU), integrating the major peripheral functions around the microcontroller of a typical LIN-networked ECU into a single chip.

At CCBN2011 today, NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) announced new additions to its Ultra High Frequency (UHF) and FM broadcast product portfolio, including the BLF888B transistor. Configured as a Doherty power amplifier, the BLF888B achieves breakthrough 50 percent DVB-T efficiency, offering significant reductions in the power consumption of UHF broadcast systems.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announces the availability of the CBTL02043, a multiplexer/demultiplexer (mux/demux) switch featuring the highest speed implementation in the industry.Providing switching speeds of up to 10 Gbps, the CBTL02043 maintains low power consumption and low power loss, and is designed to support rapidly evolving high-speed computing standards for desktop, mobile and enterprise systems such as PCIe Gen3, USB3.0, DisplayPort v1.2 an...

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announces the availability of the CBTL02043, a multiplexer/demultiplexer switch featuring the highest speed implementation in the industry. Providing switching speeds of up to 10 Gbps, the CBTL02043 maintains low power consumption and low power loss, and is designed to support rapidly evolving high-speed computing standards for desktop, mobile and enterprise systems such as PCIe Gen3, USB3.0, DisplayPort v1.2 and SAS/SATA ...

NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced a new generation of GreenChip power solutions which feature the lowest standby capability in the industry, reaching levels below 10mW. The NXP GreenChip power ICs, also known as Switch Mode Power Supply controller ICs, are designed for adapters for mobile devices such as cell phone chargers, tablets and notebooks, as well as major home appliances or white goods.

NXP Semiconductors today announced the appointment of Peter Kelly as Executive Vice President, Operations. He joins Chris Belden reporting to Rick Clemmer and will share responsibility with Chris for managing the overall operations of NXP.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. and ARM today announced that they have expanded their strategic relationship with a long-term subscription licensing agreement around the ARM® Cortex™-M series processors for microcontrollers. Under the agreement, NXP will also be working with ARM in developing and expanding its future microcontroller roadmap in areas including performance and energy efficiency.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced its 3-channel LED driver, the UBA3077, for use in backlighting Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD). Based on NXP GreenChipT technology, the UBA3077 is a fully integrated switched-mode solution for multi-channel applications supporting the growing popularity of LED as a backlight source for TVs and PC monitors, as well as general lighting applications. For LCD backlighting, the UBA3077 drives LED strings with a ve...

NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced the SSL21081, a highly efficient, high-voltage LED driver IC for compact, non-dimmable retrofit lamps based on GreenChip technology. The SSL21081 platform makes it easy for LED retrofit lamp manufacturers to design cost-effective applications for the 100V, 110V and 120V markets with up to 95 percent efficiency, underscoring NXP’s commitment to smarter energy-efficient lighting solutions.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced its LPC1200 Industrial Control Series featuring the ARM Cortex-M0 processor. The LPC1200 extends NXP’s 32-bit ARM microcontroller continuum and targets a wide range of industrial applications in the areas of factory and home automation, such as white goods, motor control, power conversion and power supplies. It also expands NXP’s Cortex-M0 microcontroller offering with a wide range of Flash memory sizes...

The latest release of Android, version 2.3.3, will incorporate extended Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality provided by NXP Semiconductors N.V. (Nasdaq: NXPI). In December 2010, GoogleTM (Nasdaq: GOOG) and NXP provided a complete open source software stack for NFC on Android.

NXP and ZTE Corporation, (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, today announced a partnership to incorporate NXP’s Near Field Communications (NFC) PN544 technology into ZTE handsets. ZTE plans to include NFC chips into its rapidly expanding line of global smartphones and feature phones, such as the Android-based QSC6270 platform devices as w...

NXP and security specialist Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) today announced the full validation of a joint software solution offering secure interfaces between the handset, NFC functionality and secure elements such as the SIM card. This solution enables NFC to be integrated securely into mobile handsets based on the Android platform and other operating systems. In addition, the validated software will meet the needs of mobile network operators who ar...

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (Nasdaq: NXPI) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter 2010, ended December 31, 2010, and provided guidance for the first quarter 2011 “NXP had a very successful year in 2010, as we delivered full year Product Revenue growth of 43 percent, and exited the year with non-GAAP operating margin of over 19 percent in the fourth quarter, outpacing the growth of the broader semiconductor market as well that of o...

NXP Semiconductors announced the au10tic family of secure ICs designed specifically for device authentication. The au10tic secure microcontrollers are based on NXP's proven security technology, which has been widely used for securing government ID cards and passports, as well as smart cards for banking and other high-security applications. Offering easy integration into end devices, the NXP au10tic ICs provide a complete tamper-resistant securit...

With our long track record of RFID and security technology leadership, and our large internal manufacturing capability, NXP is well-placed to offer complete counterfeit protection.

NXP and Oberthur Technologies, announced today a licensing agreement for NXP’s MIFARE™ technology. This agreement enables Oberthur Technologies to integrate MIFARE™ into its SIM cards globally. This will further drive the adoption of NFC-enabled phones in infrastructures such as public transit, event ticketing, customer loyalty programs and access control around the globe.

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