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24 June 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Gallium-Nitride HEMT for Power Supply
Kawasaki, Japan, June 24, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a new structure for gallium-nitride high electron-mobility transistors (GaN)(HEMT) that can minimize power loss in power supplies, thus enabling reduced power consuFmption of electronic equipment such as IT hardware and home electronics. The new technology blocks the flow of current from power supplies in stand-by mode and produces high-density current when turned on (on-state current), and has the potential to cut power consumption of electronic equipment by one-third. If applied to data centers, Fujitsu's new GaN HEMT would be able to reduce total power consumption by 12%, thereby resulting in the effect of removing 330,000 tons of CO2 from Japan as a whole.
18 June 2009 The Netherlands: Solar Relays for a Sunny Future
Hoofddorp, June 18, 2009 – Fujitsu Components™ product range contains power relays that are recommended to be used in solar energy systems.
12 June 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First 100 W-Class X-band High-Output Amplifier Featuring High Efficiency Exceeding 50%
Kawasaki, Japan, June 12, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the development of the world's first 101-watt (101-W) X-band high-output amplifier achieving the world's highest efficiency of 53% using gallium nitride (GaN) high electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs).
11 June 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Achieves World's First Impulse Radio-Based Millimeter-Band Transmissions Exceeding 10 Gbps
Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, June 11, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of the world's first impulse radio-based high-capacity wireless transmission equipment using millimeter-band transmissions in the 70-100 gigahertz (70-100 GHz) range band, resulting in throughput exceeding 10 gigabits-per-second (10 Gbps). This technology dispenses with the oscillators and other components that have been required in conventional wireless transmission technologies, enabling compact and inexpensive millimeter-band transmission equipment. The new technology is suitable as an alternative to fiber-optic trunk lines in regions where those lines would be difficult to lay, as a way to bridge the digital divide, and can also be used for ultra-fast wireless LANs.
2 June 2009 USA: Fujitsu Leads Project Team to Deliver WiMAX VoIP Devices to Smile Communications to Serve Developing Countries
Tokyo, Japan and Johannesburg, South Africa, June 2, 2009 – Fujitsu Leads Project Team to Deliver WiMAX VoIP Devices to Smile Communications to Serve Developing Countries
2 June 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Exhibits Comprehensive Range of WiMAX Solutions
Langen, Germany and Amsterdam, June 2, 2009 – Come and meet Fujitsu on Stand 3.22
2 June 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Expands WiMAX Terminal Ecosystem with Teltonika
Langen, Germany and Amsterdam, June 2, 2009 – Fujitsu Expands WiMAX Terminal Ecosystem with Teltonika
2 June 2009 Japan, South Africa, EMEA: Fujitsu Leads Project Team to Deliver WiMAX VoIP Devices to Smile Communications to Serve Developing Countries
Tokyo, Japan and Johannesburg, South Africa, June 2, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited and Smile Telecoms Holdings Limited today announced the realization of the world's first WiMAX Voice-over-IP (VoIP) phone and service for developing countries, enabled through the creation of an eco-system encompassing mobile carrier, handset, semiconductor and module partners.
26 May 2009 Germany: Fujitsu and ADD Collaborate to Bring Advanced Metering Solutions to Market
Langen, Germany, May 26, 2009 – Companies sign MoU to develop PRIME based SoCs for AMM market
22 May 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches World’s First 125°C Spec. Low Power Memory for SiPs
Singapore, May 22, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the launch of two new Consumer FCRAM(*1) memory chips featuring an operating temperature range that has been extended to a high-temperature of 125°C for the first time in memory with a DDR SDRAM interface.
19 May 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Launches World’s First 125°C Spec. Low Power Memory for SiPs
Tokyo, May 19, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the launch of two new Consumer FCRAM memory chips featuring an operating temperature range that has been extended to a high-temperature of 125°C for the first time in memory with a DDR SDRAM interface. Sample shipment of the two new FCRAM products, the 512Mbit (MB81EDS516545), and 256Mbit (MB81EDS256545), will begin from today. These products are low power consumption memory optimized for use in system-in-packages (SiPs) in digital consumer products such as digital TVs and digital video camcorders.
13 May 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Releases New Full HD H.264/MPEG-2 Transcoder ICs
Singapore, May 13, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced 2 new transcoder ICs that can convert between Full HD (1920 dots x 1080 lines) MPEG-2 (*1) video data and H.264 (*2) video data, as well as transcoding between audio formats while featuring a low power consumption of only 1.0Watt(W) including the in-package memory. These new ICs are targeted to support the growing number of electronic equipment that can record digital broadcasts.
8 May 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Releases New Full HD H.264/MPEG-2 Transcoder ICs
Tokyo, May 8, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced 2 new transcoder ICs that can convert between Full HD (1920dots x 1080lines) MPEG-2 video data and H.264 video data, as well as transcoding between audio formats while featuring a low power consumption of only 1.0Watt(W) including the in-package memory. These new ICs are targeted to support the growing number of electronic equipment that can record digital broadcasts. By employing Fujitsu’s proprietary transcode technology, Fujitsu Microelectronics realized industry-leading low power consumption. Combined with the small form-factor packaging, these ICs can be used not only for non-mobile fixed electronic equipment – such as digital video recorders (DVRs) - but also in such mobile products such as notebook PCs. In addition to the transcode function, security functions are included on a single chip to make it easy for customers to create their systems. Sample shipment of the new transcoder ICs, the MB86H57 and MB86H58, will begin from late July, 2009.
6 May 2009 USA: New Technology Backgrounder from Fujitsu Microelectronics Describes the Advantages of the 1394 Automotive Standard for In-Vehicle Networks
Sunnyvale, CA, May 6, 2009 – Details on New MB88395 Controller for 1394 Automotive Networking Applications
30 April 2009 Japan and Taiwan: Fujitsu Microelectronics and TSMC to Collaborate on Leading-edge Process Technology
Tokyo, Japan and Hsin-Chu, Taiwan, April 30, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. (TWSE: 2330, NYSE: TSM) today announced that they will collaborate on leading-edge process technology production for the manufacturing of Fujitsu Microelectronics’ products. Under an agreement between the companies, Fujitsu Microelectronics will expand its 40-nanometer generation logic IC business with production at TSMC’s fabs.
23 April 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches World’s First 1394 Automotive IC for HD Video
Singapore, April 23, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the world’s first “1394 Automotive” (IDB-1394) controller IC that realizes high-definition (HD) (1,280 dots x 720 lines) video transmission over the IDB-1394 in-vehicle multimedia network protocol. The new IC, the MB88395, can simultaneously transmit multiple streams around the vehicle, such as HD video from Blu-Ray DVDs, digital TV, audio and car navigation images.
22 April 2009 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics Launches World’s First 1394 Automotive Controller for HD Video in Vehicle Networks
Sunnyvale, CA, April 22, 2009 – Contributes to reduced costs, lighter wiring harness, and higher fuel efficiency
22 April 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Launches World’s First 1394 Automotive IC for HD Video
Tokyo, April 22, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today the launch of the world’s first “1394 Automotive”(IDB-1394) controller IC that realizes high-definition (HD) (1,280 dots x 720 lines) video transmission over the IDB-1394 in-vehicle multimedia network protocol. The new IC, the MB88395, can simultaneously transmit multiple streams within the vehicle, such as HD video from Blu-ray DVDs, digital TV, audio and car navigation images. The new IC realizes this by utilizing a high-speed 800Mbps physical layer as well as Fujitsu’s proprietary SmartCODEC that provides high compression and which can transmit HD video without perceptible lag. This not only brings the rich HD experience to rear-seat entertainment, but reduces the system cost of in-vehicle multimedia networks by a maximum of 30%, while reducing the number of wire harnesses (cables) by a maximum of 70% to reduce vehicle weight and improve fuel efficiency. Sample shipment of the new MB88395 will begin from April 22, 2009.
17 April 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Secure USB Memory Device Featuring Automatic Data-Erase Function
Kawasaki, Japan and Sunnyvale, U.S., April 17, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. today announced the development of two new technologies designed to prevent the unwanted disclosure of data from lost universal serial bus (USB) memory devices and prevent uploads to file-sharing networks: a USB memory device technology that after a fixed period of time automatically erases data stored on the USB memory, and a file redirect technology which ensures that the data from the USB memory device can only be stored on a specified server. This creates a secure environment that protects confidential information and allows USB memory devices to be used as a convenient way to safely carry customer data back to one's own company to manage the data.
14 April 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Expands Lineup of Low Pin Count 8-bit Microcontrollers for Consumer Appliances
Singapore, April 14, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced three new series to expand its lineup of low pin count (LPC) microcontrollers, with 8, 16, and 20 pins, in its F2MC-8FX family of high-performance 8-bit microcontrollers. The new MB95260H series, MB95270H series, and MB95280H series feature embedded dual-operation flash memory and support EEPROM emulation (*1). This enables a reduction in system cost, as an external EEPROM is not required. The launch of the three new series is in response to the rapid rise in demand in the Asian market for low pin count microcontrollers for use in home appliances and other consumer electronics. Samples of the new series will start shipping from April 14, 2009.
14 April 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Expands Lineup of Low Pin Count 8-bit Microcontrollers for Consumer Appliances
Tokyo, April 14, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today three new series to expand its lineup of low pin count microcontrollers, with 8, 16, and 20 pins, in its F²MC-8FX family of high-performance 8-bit microcontrollers. The new MB95260H series, MB95270H series, and MB95280H series feature embedded dual-operation flash memory and support E²PROM emulation. This enables a reduction in system cost, as an external E²PROM is not required. The launch of the three new series is in response to the rapid rise in demand in the Asian market for low pin count microcontrollers, for use in home appliances and other consumer electronics. Samples of the new series will start shipping from April 14, 2009.
7 April 2009 USA: New White Paper from Fujitsu Microelectronics Describes PSP Model Technology in RF CMOS Design
Sunnyvale, CA, April 7, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today published a new white paper entitled “The PSP Model in RF CMOS Design.”
27 March 2009 Japan: Notice Regarding Conversion of FDK into Consolidated Subsidiary
Tokyo, March 27, 2009 – Notice Regarding Conversion of FDK into Consolidated Subsidiary
27 March 2009 Japan: Notice Regarding Policy to Support Fujitsu Component Through Subscription to Preferred Shares
Tokyo, March 27, 2009 – Notice Regarding Policy to Support Fujitsu Component Through Subscription to Preferred Shares
18 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Begins On-Line Consumer Sales of World’s First Color E-Paper Mobile Terminal FLEPia
Tokyo and Kawasaki, March 18, 2009 – Fujitsu Frontech Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the start of consumer sales in Japan of the world’s first color e-paper mobile terminal, FLEPia, available for purchase from today through Fujitsu Frontech’s online store “FrontechDirect”. Developed by Fujitsu Frontech and Fujitsu Laboratories, FLEPia is the first ever mobile information terminal to feature color electronic paper (color e-paper). In addition to being lightweight and thin, the color e-paper mobile terminal features an easy-to-view 8-inch display screen capable of showing up to 260,000 colors in high-definition, in addition to being equipped with Bluetooth and high-speed wireless LAN. FLEPia is also power-efficient, enabling up to 40 hours of continuous battery operation when fully charged, and does not require power for continuous display of a screen image, consuming power only during re-draw. Featuring significant storage capabilities, when used with a 4GB SD card, the color e-paper terminal can store the equivalent of 5,000 conventional paper-based books when each book is 300 pages long at 600KB per book, thus being environmentally friendly.
10 March 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches Graphics Controller for Digital Dashboards & Car Navigation
Singapore, March 10, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the launch of a new graphics controller for automotive infotainment systems, such as next-generation car navigation and digital dashboards. The new controller, the MB86298, offers the highest-class graphics capability for embedded systems, as well as an industry first of providing output to up to 4 displays, and up to 4 video inputs.
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu adds 48-pin Versions to its 16FX Family of MCUs for Automotive and Industrial Applications
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu adds 48-pin Versions to its 16FX Family of MCUs for Automotive and Industrial Applications
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Announces 32-bit Flash Microcontroller Series for Use in Automotive and Industrial Applications
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Announces 32-bit Flash Microcontroller Series for Use in Automotive and Industrial Applications
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Announces New Graphics Controller for Automotive and Industrial Embedded Display Systems
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Announces New Graphics Controller for Automotive and Industrial Embedded Display Systems
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Demonstrates Extensive Range of Technology Solutions at Embedded World 2009
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Demonstrates Extensive Range of Technology Solutions at Embedded World 2009
3 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Graphics SoC for Digital Dashboards and Car Navigation
Tokyo, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the launch of a new graphics controller System-on-Chip (SoC) for automotive infotainment systems, such as next-generation car navigation and digital dashboards. The new controller, the MB86298, offers the highest-class graphics capability for embedded systems, as well as an industry first of providing output to up to 4 displays, and up to 4 video inputs.
26 February 2009 USA: New Technology Backgrounder from Fujitsu Microelectronics Describes Advances and Advantages of New Digital Touch Sensor Technology in a Wide Range of Application
Sunnyvale, CA, February 26, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today published a new technical backgrounder entitled ‘’Touch Sensor Controller Technology and Application Trends.
24 February 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces Evaluation Kit for 56GSa/s 8-Bit CHAIS ADC Technology
Langen, Germany, February 24, 2009 – Fujitsu Introduces Evaluation Kit for 56GSa/s 8-Bit CHAIS ADC Technology
23 February 2009 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics Now Marketing Touch Sensor Controller for Portable Device Access and Navigation, Health Care Systems, Home Appliances
Sunnyvale, CA, February 23, 2009 – New Green, Low-power FMA1127 Touch Sensor Controller from ATLab Converts Capacitance to Digital Data
23 February 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Wins Award at Nano Tech 2009 for IT and Electronics
Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, February 23, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that they have been awarded the IT and Electronics Award at the nano tech 2009 International Exhibition and Conference, the largest international nanotechnology exhibition, held in Tokyo from February 18 to February 20. At an awards ceremony held in Tokyo, Professor Tomoji Kawai, Chairman of the nano tech Executive Committee, stated that the IT and Electronics Award was awarded to the companies for their proposals of various applications of nano-carbon materials - such as carbon nanotube (CNT) transistors, CNT interconnects, and CNT-graphene composites - for semiconductor electronics, and their potential for paving the way toward the realization of "carbon electronics" comprised of carbon-based structural elements.
23 February 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Now Marketing High-Performance, Low Power Touch Sensor Controller
Langen, Germany, February 23, 2009 – Fujitsu Now Marketing High-Performance, Low Power Touch Sensor Controller
20 February 2009 USA: New White Paper from Fujitsu Microelectronics Highlights the Development of Mobile WiMAX Subscriber Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, February 20, 2009 – Defines Strategies to Meet Demands for Versatile, Low-Power, Multi-Band Devices that Operate with Multiple Wireless Technologies and Operating Systems
19 February 2009 The Netherlands: Fujitsu Components & Fujitsu Isotec Teamwork
Hoofddorp, February 19, 2009 – Fujitsu Components Europe B.V. is proud to announce that they are appointed as official distributor for the Fujitsu Isotec Ltd. thermal printer range on the EMEA market.
18 February 2009 The Netherlands: Fujitsu FTR-J2 - Ultra Small High Voltage DC Relay
Hoofddorp, February 18, 2009 – Fujitsu Components Europe B.V., releases the FTR-J2 relay; the high voltage DC power relay.
16 February 2009: New WiMAX Baseband SoC from Fujitsu Microelectronics Enables Smallest USB Adapters and Embedded Mini Cards for Mobile WiMAX Designs
Sunnyvale, CA, and Barcelona, February 16, 2009 – New WiMAX Baseband SoC Delivers Low Power, Small Footprint Required for Innovative Netbooks, Handheld Devices
16 February 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Announces WiMAX Baseband Device for Mobile PCs
Langen, Germany and Barcelona, Spain, February 16, 2009 – Fujitsu Announces WiMAX Baseband Device for Mobile PCs
16 February 2009 Germany: Fujitsu to Demonstrate WiMAX with Adaptive Beamforming Using Cisco Base-Station at Mobile World Congress 2009
Langen, Germany and Barcelona, Spain, February 16, 2009 – Fujitsu to Demonstrate WiMAX with Adaptive Beamforming Using Cisco Base-Station at Mobile World Congress 2009
16 February 2009 Germany: Visit Fujitsu and Experience 2nd Generation Mobile WiMAX at Mobile World Congress
Langen, Germany and Barcelona, Spain, February 16, 2009 – Visit Fujitsu and Experience 2nd Generation Mobile WiMAX at Mobile World Congress
16 February 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Launches WiMAX Baseband LSI for Mobile PCs
Tokyo, February 16, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the launch of a Mobile WiMAX baseband LSI targeted for the expanding mobile PC market. The new LSI features an approximate 60% size reduction compared to Fujitsu Microelectronics’ previous Mobile WiMAX baseband LSI for mobile PCs. Samples of this new LSI, MB86K23, will start shipping from April 2009. By combining this new LSI with Fujitsu Microelectronics’ previously-announced RF LSI, MB86K52, and power management LSI, MB39C316, WiMAX USB dongles featuring the smallest form-factor level in the world can be realized.
13 February 2009 Japan and US: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops CMOS Transmitter IC for 40Gbps Optical Transmission Systems
Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan and Sunnyvale, U.S., February 13, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited, Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc., and Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the world's first 65 nanometer (65nm) standard CMOS technology-based transmitter IC (serializer) for 40 gigabits-per-second (40Gbps) trunk-line optical transmission systems. New circuit technologies were developed, for the realization of high-speed signal generation circuits capable of handling 40Gbps transmissions, in addition to enabling stable generation of 40Gbps output signals, within power voltage fluctuation ranges required for practical use. This is the first realization ever of a CMOS-based transmitter for optical transmission systems that integrates on a single chip the I/O interface, signal processing, and high-speed signal generation that are all necessary for 40Gbps transmissions. As the first-ever single-chip integration of these multiple functions on a 40Gbps transmitter IC, this new transmitter IC will contribute significantly to the realization of power-efficient, low-cost, and compact optical transmission systems.
12 February 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops CMOS-Based RF Transceiver Chip for 77GHz Automotive Radar
Kawasaki, Japan, February 12, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the development of the world’s first radio frequency (RF) transceiver chip produced with 90 nm CMOS process technology that operates at the 77 gigahertz (77GHz) frequency, designed for use in automotive radars. The new transceiver chip includes several novel miniaturization technologies from Fujitsu Laboratories, including circuit design that employs inductor elements, and a newly developed signal-distribution circuit that utilizes magnetic field coupling. With a die size of 1.2 mm x 2.4 mm, this is the smallest example of a CMOS-based transceiver for the millimeter-band RF that has been reported thus far at an academic conference.
12 February 2009 Japan and US: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops Multi-Channel High-Speed Transceiver Circuit for High-Speed Blade Server Performance
Kawasaki, Japan and Sunnyvale, U.S., February 12, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. today announced the development of a power-efficient and compact multiple-channel high-speed transceiver circuit, that enables high-speed transmission at 10 gigabits-per-second (10Gbps) when used in backplanes which are circuit boards that act as transmission conduits of blade servers, which are high-performance servers that combine several servers. Compared to conventional technology, this novel backplane transceiver circuit would require only one-fourth (1/4) the power consumption and just half the area, to act as transmission conduits to enable 4-channel 10Gbps transmission in backplanes. It is anticipated that the new transceiver circuits will be employed in backplanes to meet the increasing need for blade server systems featuring high-density packaging, high-speed transmissions, and lower power consumption.
30 January 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Microelectronics to Reorganize Manufacturing Facilities
Tokyo, January 30, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited, since its establishment as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited in March 2008, has been implementing a medium-term business plan that includes raising production efficiency and optimizing costs in its LSI manufacturing divisions. However, with the rapid worsening of economic conditions worldwide, orders have decreased significantly since October 2008.　The company has therefore deemed it necessary to reorganize and consolidate its LSI wafer manufacturing facilities.
27 January 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Launches Ultrafast 56GSa/s 8-Bit ADC Technology for 100G Coherent Receivers and High-Performance Test Equipment
Langen, Germany, January 27, 2009 – Fujitsu Launches Ultrafast 56GSa/s 8-Bit ADC Technology for 100G Coherent Receivers and High-Performance Test Equipment
26 January 2009 Germany and Austria: Fujitsu Acquires Embedded Software Development Centre in Linz, Austria
Langen, Germany and Linz, Austria, January 26, 2009 – Fujitsu Acquires Embedded Software Development Centre in Linz, Austria
23 January 2009 The Netherlands: FUJITSU - How To Change The Conventional Way Of Public Transport
Hoofddorp, January 23, 2009 – With space as an all time compromise in mobile and transport applications Fujitsu has developed the FTP-608 thermal printer.
22 January 2009 The Netherlands: Fujitsu FTR-B3-RF - High Frequency Relay
Hoofddorp, January 22, 2009 – Fujitsu Components Europe B.V., releases the FTR-B3-RF relay, the ultra miniature high frequency relay.
9 January 2009 The Netherlands: FUJITSU –FTP-628 Taxiing To Solutions
Hoofddorp, January 9, 2009 – With the FTP-628 thermal printer Fujitsu has had the opportunity to provide solutions in a wide range of transportation applications.

Archived News July - December 2008

29 December 2008 Singapore: Fujitsu Develops CMOS Logic-Based High-Voltage Transistor for Power Amplifiers
Singapore, December 29, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced that Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited have co-developed a CMOS logic(1) process-based high-voltage transistor featuring high breakdown voltage, suitable for power amplifiers used in wireless devices.
19 December 2008 Japan: Basic Agreement on Stock Transfer of Eudyna Devices Inc.
Tokyo, December 19, 2008 – Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. and Fujitsu Limited have reached an agreement on the transfer of Fujitsu’s shares of Eudyna Devices Inc., a 50-50 joint venture between the companies, to Sumitomo Electric.
17 December 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Develops CMOS Logic-Based High-Voltage Transistor for Power Amplifiers
Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan, December 17, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the development of a CMOS logic process-based high-voltage transistor featuring high breakdown voltage, suitable for power amplifiers used in wireless devices. As a world's first, Fujitsu developed a 45 nanometer (45nm)-generation CMOS-based transistor capable of handling 10V power output, thus enabling the transistor to handle high-output requirements necessary for power amplifiers used in WiMAX and other high-frequency applications. The new technology makes it possible for power amplifiers to be formed on the same die as CMOS-logic control circuitry to achieve single-chip integration, thereby making high-performance, low-cost power amplifiers feasible.
16 December 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops Power-Saving CMOS Technology for 32nm-Generation and Beyond
Kawasaki, Japan, December 16, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited announced today the development of power-saving CMOS technology for logic LSI chips for 32 nanometer- (32nm-) generation and beyond. The new technology enables employment of a specific silicon crystal surface, which previously had not been applied in silicon substrates due to the crystal surface's conventionally low performance in the past, by improving its performance. As a result, as a world's first, the technology makes it possible to use current 45nm-generation fabrication facilities to reduce LSI power voltage without lowering operation speed, thereby containing production costs and cutting LSI power consumption during operation by approximately 20 percent (20%). It is anticipated that the technology can be used in a wide range of applications, such as system LSIs for various mobile devices that will need to be increasingly multi-functional, and for microprocessors of which many are running with multiple processing cores.
12 December 2008 Netherlands: Fujitsu Components Releases Secure Power Relay
Hoofddorp, December 12, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Europe has released the FTR-K2G power relay for appliances that need to disconnect power in a secure way.
11 December 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Awarded Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Status by the Darmstadt Customs Authority
Langen, December 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and its logistics partner Rollkontor of Wiesbaden have been awarded the prestigious Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status by the Customs Authority Darmstadt (Hauptzollamt Darmstadt). The certificate was presented at a ceremony held on November 20th at FME's European Headquarters in Langen, near Frankfurt, Germany.
9 December 2008 The Netherlands: 24V driven receipt/journal
Hoofddorp, December 9, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Europe releases two new ultra low-profile, 24V, receipt and journal printer units
1 December 2008 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches SD Multi-Decoder LSI Supporting MPEG-2 & H.264
Singapore, December 1, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the launch of multi-decoder LSI chips that support decoding of MPEG-2 and H.264 video compression formats for Standard Definition (SD) video, in particular for SD digital broadcasts in Russia, eastern Europe and China. Sample shipments of the new MB86H01 series will start from December 1, 2008.
27 November 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches SD Multi-Decoder LSI Supporting MPEG-2 & H.264
Tokyo, November 27, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the launch of multi-decoder LSI chips that support decoding of MPEG-2(1) and H.264(2) video compression formats for Standard Definition (SD) video, in particular for SD digital broadcasts in Russia, eastern Europe and China. Sample shipments of the new MB86H01 series will start from December 1, 2008.
12 November 2008 US: Fujitsu Providing 65nm RF CMOS Manufacturing Services with Advanced RF CMOS Process Design Kits
Sunnyvale, CA, November 12, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced the availability of 65nm RF CMOS manufacturing services with the introduction of an advanced Process Design Kit (PDK) to enable first-pass silicon success. The RF CMOS platforms from Fujitsu are now available to customers in 90nm and 65nm nodes.
11 November 2008 Germany: Fujitsu to Show State-of-the-art Automotive Graphics Solutions at Electronica
Langen & Munich, November 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is exhibiting part of its range of leading-edge graphics controllers and microcontrollers designed for automotive and industrial applications on Inova Semiconductors’ Stand 115, Hall A6, at Electronica 2008.
4 November 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops C- to X- Ultra-Wideband Gallium-Nitride HEMT Power Amplifier Featuring High Output and Efficiency
Kawasaki, Japan, November 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. announced today the development of a high-performance power amplifier based on gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistors (HEMT), which as a hybrid amplifier - an amplifier in which the transistor and capacitor are each mounted on separate semiconductor package substrates - features the world's highest output performance in terms of power and efficiency in the C-band to X-band radio frequency bandwidths above 5GHz. This technology opens the potential for higher performance and functionality in broadband and radar communication systems, in particular for airplane radar systems and other instruments that use multiple frequencies, which could be accommodated by a single amplifier. Furthermore, in comparison with conventional power amplifiers that use gallium-arsenide (GaAs), the new ultra-wideband (UWB) GaN-HEMT-based amplifier features higher efficiency, thus enabling a reduction in the size of cooling equipment, which is anticipated to result in power amplifiers that are smaller and lighter.
30 October 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches New Ultra-Low Power Full HD H.264 CODEC LSIs
Tokyo, October 30, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today two new LSIs to expand its line-up of H.264 CODEC LSIs, that encode and decode Full HD (1,920 dots x 1,080 lines) video in the H.264 format. The first of the two products to be launched, the ultra-low power MB86H55, features power consumption of only 500mW during Full HD encoding including the in-package memory, an industry-leading level for low power consumption. Sample shipments of the MB86H55 will start in January 2009. In addition, the upcoming LSI, MB86H56, will offer processing of Full HD video at 60 frames per second (progressive), 60p, to improve picture quality even further. Samples shipments of the MB86H56 will start from April 2009.
29 October 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Microelectronics Announces Executive Appointment
Tokyo, October 29, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced that Tsuneaki Ohara has been assigned as a corporate senior executive vice president of Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited, effective immediately. At the same time he will hold the position of president and CEO of Fujitsu Electronics Incorporated.
21 October 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops High-Efficiency Gallium-Nitride HEMT Power Amplifier Featuring World's Highest Output Power
Kawasaki, Japan, October 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. announced today the development of a new high-efficiency, high-output amplifier based on gallium-nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistors (HEMTs) that produces over 300 watts (300W) of power in the C band, with 60% efficiency as a ratio of DC input power converted to high-frequency output power. Use of GaN HEMT technology increases output power over existing amplifiers using gallium-arsenide (GaAs) transistors (comparison by Fujitsu Laboratories) by more than six-fold, to 320W. This is expected to extend radar detection range by 2.4 times. It is anticipated that replacing the traveling-wave tube amplifiers commonly used for high output power applications with this new technology will enable smaller, lighter, more energy-efficient, and longer-lasting transmission systems for applications including satellite communications, next-generation mobile phone base stations and radar.
21 October 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics Introduces Versatile, Feature-rich MB88F322 Graphics Display Controller at Convergence 2008, Extending Global Leadership in Graphics Technology
Sunnyvale, CA, October 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), the industry leader in advanced graphics display control technology, today introduced the latest member of its proven GDC family, the MB88F322, designed to deliver best-in-class graphics performance along with sophisticated graphics in an efficient, compact two-chip solution.
21 October 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics to Introduce Advanced 16-bit F2MC-16FX Series with Enhanced 32-bit Automotive Controllers at Convergence 2008
Detroit, October 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its newest 16-bit F2MC-16FX, along with enhanced versions of its 32-bit FR series, at Convergence 2008 in Detroit, Oct. 20-22. The company will demonstrate the optimal cost and performance the controllers provide for new generations of meter cluster, car body control, vehicle infotainment and FlexRay™ applications.
20 October 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics, Gennum Corporation, Develop New Solution to Expand Data Center Bandwidth, Reduce 10 Gigabit Ethernet Power and Cost
Sunnyvale, CA, October 20, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Gennum Corporation (TSX: GND) today issued a new case study describing how the companies combined forces to develop 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) technology that reduces cost and power while boosting data-center bandwidth.
20 October 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics to Feature Latest Graphics Display Controllers, 16-bit and 32-bit MCUs, 1394-Automotive ICs at Convergence 2008, October 20-22
Detroit, October 20, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will highlight its new generations of in-vehicle control technology for safety, navigation, entertainment and display applications at Convergence 2008 in Detroit, October 20-22. Using the theme "connecting people to cars," the company will feature its new 16-bit and 32-bit automotive microcontrollers, advanced 1394-Automotive controller technology, and newest graphics display controller series.
15 October 2008 US: Fujitsu’s New All-In-One Printer Unit Supplies Fast, Reliable Output in Self-Service Kiosks, Medical Devices and Instrumentation
Sunnyvale, CA, October 15, 2008 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today added a new, high-speed, printer unit to its thermal printer line. The small-footprint, all-in-one printer unit combines a 2-inch thermal printer mechanism, an ultra-low profile integrated cutter, a mini interface board with embedded bar codes for receipt output in mini-kiosks, POS terminals, ATMs, as well as scientific and medical equipment.
10 October 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Gallium-Nitride HEMT Able to Cut Power in Standby Mode and Achieve High Output
Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, October 10, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a new type of gallium nitride (GaN) -based high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) that features a new structure ideal for use in amplifiers for microwave and millimeter-wave transmissions, frequency ranges for which usage is expected to grow. In a technological first, a novel transistor structure was developed that achieves high output of over 100 watts and enables power to be cut when the transistor is in standby mode. This technological advance will contribute to higher output and lower power consumption in microwave and millimeter-wave transmission amplifiers for high-speed wireless communications.
9 October 2008 Japan and US: Fujitsu Microelectronics, e-Shuttle and D2S to Develop Maskless ICs
Tokyo and San Jose, October 9, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (“FML”), e-Shuttle Inc.(“e-Shuttle”) - a joint venture established by FML and Advantest Corporation (“Advantest”) - and D2S, an emerging design and software company, today announced an agreement under which FML and e-Shuttle will adopt D2S’ advanced design for e-beam (DFEB)* technology - starting with a 65-nm Low Power (LP) library - to result in the creation of test silicon to refine and validate DFEB technology for the 65-nm, 40-nm and below nodes. e-Shuttle will produce test chips using D2S’ advanced DFEB design and software capabilities, and FML’s standard cell libraries. These test chips will be manufactured using Advantest’s F3000 e-beam direct-write (EBDW) lithography equipment, which is already in operation at e-Shuttle. As a result of this partnership, FML will be able to manufacture ICs faster and more cost-effectively than is possible with conventional e-beam direct lithography technologies.
1 October 2008 US: New Fujitsu Integrated Flexible WiMAX SoC Supports Femto Base Stations, and Can Scale to Pico and Micro Base Station Architectures
Chicago, October 1, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a global leader in WiMAX-compliant broadband wireless technology, today announced a new Fujitsu mobile WiMAX base station SoC, a highly integrated, flexible device built using the leading-edge Fujitsu 65nm process technology.
1 October 2008 US: New White Paper from Fujitsu Microelectronics Highlights Benefits of Small WiMAX Base Stations
Chicago, October 1, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a global leader in WiMAX-compliant broadband wireless technology, today released a new white paper on WiMAX system development and implementation. Entitled “Achieving Cost-Effective Broadband Coverage with WiMAX Micro, Pico and Femto Base Stations," the new white paper profiles the base station options that can enhance WiMAX deployment. It reviews how smaller base stations can apply scaled-down versions of WiMAX hardware for providing broadband wireless access to a variety of areas, from public locations in urban areas to isolated rural locations.
26 September 2008 Hong Kong: e-Shuttle and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Collaborate to Provide Silicon Shuttle Services for Asian Start-ups
Hong Kong and Tokyo, September 26, 2008 – Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Asia today unveiled the fi-6670 and fi-6770 colour A3 production scanners for the ASEAN markets.
24 September 2008 Japan: Leica Camera and Fujitsu Microelectronics Co-develop Image Processing System Solution for High-end Digital SLR Cameras
Tokyo and Cologne, Germany, September 24, 2008 – Leica Camera AG (“Leica”) and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (“FML”) announced today the co-development of an image processing system solution for high-end digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras, to be featured in Leica’s next-generation cameras.
17 September 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics Joins Cisco to Demonstrate First Multi-Vendor Interoperability Using Mobile WiMAX with Beamforming, MIMO
Sunnyvale, CA, September 17, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will team up with Cisco on the industry’s first multi-vendor demonstration of interoperable video streaming using mobile WiMAX with beamforming and multiple input/multiple output (MIMO) capabilities at WiMAX World in Chicago, September 30 - October 2.
12 September 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Presents Comprehensive Range of Digital Broadcasting and Set-top Box Solutions at IBC 2008
Langen, September 12, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is exhibiting its range of solutions for the broadcast and set-top box (STB) markets for the first time at this weeks IBC exhibition, at the RAI, Amsterdam.
11 September 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Digital HDTV SoC for Superior Picture Quality Digital HDTV
Tokyo, September 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today that it has developed a digital HDTV system-on-chip (SoC) that integrates a video processing engine for superior picture quality, and a full high-definition (full HD, 1920 dots x 1080 lines) multi-decoder that decodes both MPEG-2(1) and H.264(2) video compression formats. The new chip, the MB86H70, is aimed for digital TVs receiving high-definition broadcasts that are ramping up in Europe. The chip is an application specific standard product (ASSP)(3), that features a proprietary video processing engine based on an algorithm by Fujitsu Laboratories Limited. By also including a proprietary picture quality adjustment tool that enables easy optimization of parameters by using a mouse, the new LSI enables TV set makers to dramatically improve their design efficiencies with regard to picture quality settings. Furthermore, SoC integration of the video processing engine and multi-decoder allows the usage of common memory, thus enabling use of the chip by simply adding two 16-bit external memories, thereby reducing TV set makers’ costs and development periods for both design and manufacturing. Sample shipment of this new SoC will start from mid-October 2008. The MB86H70 will be exhibited at Fujitsu’s booth (Stand 4.B75) at the International Broadcasting Conference 2008 (IBC 2008), the largest broadcasting and media trade exhibition that is held in Europe, to be held from September 12-16 in Amsterdam.
9 September 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Adds Low Pin Count Series to Line of High-Performance 8-bit Microcontrollers for Consumer Appliances
Tokyo, September 9, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today the addition of three series featuring low pin count (LPC), with 20 pins or less, to its F²MC-8FX family(1) of high-performance 8-bit microcontrollers with embedded flash memory. Sample shipments of the new microcontrollers known as the MB95200H series, MB95210H series, and MB95220H series, will be phased in starting on September 9, 2008. The three series have been added to the existing product line in response to the rapid rise in demand for LPC microcontrollers for use in home appliances and other consumer electronics in the Asian market.
2 September 2008 Japan & Taiwan: Fujitsu Microelectronics and Nanya Technology Sign License Agreement to Settle Patent Dispute
Tokyo & Taipei, September 2, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited and Nanya Technology Corporation today announced that they have signed a patent license agreement containing licensing terms with financial arrangements to resolve patent disputes between the companies.
5 August 2008 Singapore: Fujitsu Releases Interface Board for High-End Printer Features
Singapore, August 5, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd. today introduced a new interface board series for its 2, 3, and 4-inch, 5V thermal printer mechanisms. The new interface boards support high-end features such as high-speed data communications, fast print speeds, USB 2.0 and high speed (460kbps) Serial (RS232-C) connectivity, and OCR extended numeric characters.
5 August 2008 US: Fujitsu Releases Interface Board for High-End Printer Features
Sunnyvale, CA, August 5, 2008 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today introduced a new interface board series for its 2, 3, and 4-inch, 5V thermal printer mechanisms. The new interface boards support high-end features such as high-speed data communications, fast print speeds, USB 2.0 and high speed (460kbps) Serial (RS232-C) connectivity, and OCR extended numeric characters.
4 August 2008 Japan and Taiwan: Fujitsu Global Mobile Platform Inc. Commences Operations
Tokyo and Taipei, Taiwan, August 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Global Mobile Platform Inc. ("FMPI"), a joint venture established based on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) tied between Fujitsu Limited's former LSI business divisions (currently a separate entity, Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited, "FML") and the Institute for Information Industry ("III") of Taiwan, announced today its commencement of operations from today. FMPI will develop reference designs - designs which improve design efficiencies - for WiMAX-related products for Taiwan-based ODM vendors, in addition to providing technical support.
28 July 2008 US: New White Paper from Fujitsu Microelectronics, Cisco, Describes Benefits of Adaptive Beamforming in WiMAX Networks
Sunnyvale, CA, July 28, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a global leader in WiMAX SoC technology and solutions, has co-authored with Cisco a new white paper entitled “Beamforming Boosts the Range and Capacity of WiMAX Networks.” The paper, which describes how adaptive beamforming can magnify the advantages of a WiMAX network, is available at http://us.fujitsu.com/micro/wimax/beamforming
21 July 2008 US: New Microcontroller Drivers from Fujitsu Microelectronics and Elektrobit Deliver Maximum Efficiency for Automotive Software Development
Sunnyvale, California, July 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc (FMA) today announced that Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML), a leading developer of advanced microcontrollers for automotive applications, has joined Elektrobit of Finland to develop new MCU drivers for Fujitsu’s MB91460 series of 32-bit microcontrollers. The new drivers are compatible with AUTOSAR (AUTomotive Open System Architecture) release 2.1, and will offer customers a high degree of code reusability and maximum efficiency for application designs.
16 July 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Microelectronics Launches AUTOSAR 2.1-Compatible Driver for Automotive Onboard Microcontrollers
Tokyo, July 16, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today the development and launch of a new microcontroller driver for its MB91460 Series of high-performance 32-bit automotive microcontrollers, jointly developed with EB, Elektrobit Corporation and compatible with Release 2.1 of AUTOSAR, the open software architecture for automobiles from the AUTOSAR automotive software standards consortium. The new microcontroller driver will be available from Fujitsu Microelectronics and EB from July 18, 2008. When used with Fujitsu Microelectronics’ microcontrollers, this new driver will offer customers a greater degree of code reusability for automotive onboard applications already developed, and greater efficiency when developing automotive software.
15 July 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Launches ARM1176 Prototyping Kit
Langen, July 15, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) announced the launch of an ARM1176 prototyping kit, designed to shorten the development time for customers using its ASIC and COT services to develop SoCs that include the ARM1176JZF-S™, ARM926EJ-S™, or ARM946E-S™ processor cores.

Archived News January - June 2008

30 June 2008 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics Names Shinichi “James” Machida New President, Chief Executive Officer of Fujitsu Microelectronics America
Sunnyvale, CA, June 30, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that Shinichi “James” Machida has been named president and chief executive officer. Machida will be leaving his position as president of Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte. Ltd. (FMAL) in Singapore, and Fujitsu Microelectronics Pacific Asia Ltd. (FMP) in Hong Kong, and will arrive in the U.S. in August. He replaces Kazuyuki Kawauchi, who will return to Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) in Japan in September.
26 June 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Microelectronics Launches Low-Power Consumption 256Mbit FCRAM for Digital Consumer Electronics
Tokyo, June 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) announced today the development of a 256Mbit Consumer FCRAM product for digital consumer electronics, the MB81EDS256545. The new FCRAM product runs on low power consumption and is ideal for system-in-package (SiP) designs, with samples available from today. Key product features include a 64-bit I/O, low power DDR SDRAM interface that enables data transfer capabilities equivalent to two DDR2 SDRAMs with 16-bit I/O, while reducing power consumption by a maximum of approximately 1 watt (1W) (equivalent to approximately 70%), thus contributing to power savings for digital consumer electronics. The new product is ideal for consumer electronics products that require low power consumption, such as digital televisions and camcorders.
19 June 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Millimeter-Band Transmitter Capable of Data Transmission Speeds Exceeding 10 Gbps
Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan, June 19, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Limited announced today, as a world's first, the development of a transmitter operating in the 70-100 GHz band using impulse radio that is capable of transmitting data at speeds of more than 10 gigabits per second. This new development eliminates the need for oscillators and other hardware that had been required for use of earlier millimeter-band transmitters, thus enabling a smaller millimeter-band transmitter. As a substitute for fiber-optic high-speed lines, the new transmitter could be used in wide range of applications geared to help bridge the digital divide, including for platform networks and short-range wireless LANs.
17 June 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops Low-power CMOS Technology For 32nm Generation
Kawasaki and Tokyo, June 17, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the development of low-power CMOS technology for 32nm-generation logic LSIs, which makes it possible to minimize the number of necessary manufacturing processes for LSIs, and without the need to utilize additional new materials. While minimizing rising costs associated with a rise in additional manufacturing processes, the newly developed technology can reduce power-supply voltage without causing a drop in operation speeds, and can lower operational power consumption by approximately 40% compared to technologies for 45nm-generation logic LSIs. It is anticipated that this new technology can be used for wide range of applications, such as for system LSIs for mobile devices which are becoming increasingly multi-functional, and microprocessors that are increasingly adopting multi-core configurations.
17 June 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops Power Gating Technology to Enable Power Savings in System LSIs
Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan, June 17, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited announced today, as an industry first, the development of circuit technology that can rapidly switch a power supply from off to on in less than one microsecond. This makes it possible to extend the "off" period - sleep time - of a chip as a means to reduce leakage current, enabling highly integrated LSI chips to consume less power. Details of this technology will be presented at the 2008 Symposium on VLSI Circuits, to be held from June 18 to June 20 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
16 June 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Microelectronics Launches Mobile WiMAX Chipsets for Mobile Devices
Tokyo, June 16, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) announced today a new mobile WiMAX chipset optimized for mobile WiMAX devices such as smart phones and PDAs. Sample shipment will start in August 2008. The chipset includes a baseband LSI, the MB86K22; an RF LSI, the MB86K52; and a power management LSI, the MB39C316. The three devices are essential elements for competitive WiMAX modules. The chipset was designed so that the size of the WiMAX module will be 12x12mm. The standby current - which has a direct impact on battery life - will not exceed 0.5mA, facilitating the development of attractive mobile WiMAX terminals.
12 June 2008 US: Fujitsu to Feature Newest 10Gbps Ethernet Switch IC at HP Technology Forum and Expo, June 16-19
Sunnyvale, CA, June 12, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading developer of advanced networking semiconductor technology, will showcase its new 26-port 10Gbps Ethernet switch IC at the HP Technology Forum and Expo 2008 at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas June 16-19.
3 June 2008 Singapore: Fujitsu and Jurong Technologies Collaborate to Develop New Range of WiMAX Products
Singapore, June 3, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) and Jurong Technologies industrial Corporation (Jurong Technologies) are pleased to announce that Jurong Technologies, through its subsidiary I-Sirius Pte Ltd, has selected Fujitsu as its WiMAX baseband SoC partner. I-Sirius will use Fujitsu’s Mobile WiMAX baseband SoC, which is fully compliant with IEEE802.16e-2005 standard, to develop WiMAX products such as embedded modules, USB dongles and Express cards.
2 June 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Selects Rohde & Schwarz for WiMAX SoC Test Solution
Langen, June 2, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and Rohde & Schwarz have partnered to provide a highly optimised test solution for the industry. The solution is designed for customers who develop and manufacture WiMAX mobile stations and terminals, PC cards, and media-rich hand-held devices.
27 May 2008 Singapore: Fujitsu Expands Line of Standard, Wide-Aspect Ratio Touch Panels
Singapore, May 27, 2008 – Responding to the market growth of wide-aspect ratio LCDs, Fujitsu Components Asia Limited today announced an expanded line-up of standard, wide-aspect ratio, 4-wire resistive touch panels. The devices fit available wide-aspect ratio LCDs to eliminate custom development costs for OEMs and shorten their product time-to-market.
27 May 2008 Germany: Fujitsu to Exhibit at WiMAX Forum Global Congress 2008
Langen, May 27, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will showcase its range of WiMAX™ solutions on Stand 3.47 at the WiMAX Forum Global Congress, 17-18 June 2008, RAI, Amsterdam.
22 May 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Industry's First Embedded FRAM-LSI that Counteracts Electromagnetic Interference
Tokyo, May 22, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) today announced the launch of the MB88R157, an addition to its existing product line of spread-spectrum clock generators (SSCG), which provide countermeasures against electromagnetic interference (EMI) on high-frequency clock signals. The new LSI also includes embedded FRAM, an industry first, which features fast rewriting speed and can vary its frequency output over a range of 1 MHz to 134 MHz while mounted on a circuit board. In addition, Fujitsu Microelectronic's circuit design technology reduces the product power consumption in continuous operation by up to 40% in comparison to similar products from other companies. As it is easy to rewrite parameters in this new LSI, it is appropriate for a wide range of applications including multi-functional printers, PCs, and mobile phones, as well as for televisions, DVD players, and game consoles.
15 May 2008 US: Fujitsu Expands Line of Standard, Wide-Aspect Ratio Touch Panels
Sunnyvale, CA, May 15, 2008 – Responding to the market growth of wide-aspect ratio LCDs, Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced an expanded line-up of standard, wide-aspect ratio, 4-wire resistive touch panels. The devices fit available wide-aspect ratio LCDs to eliminate custom development costs for OEMs and shorten their product time-to-market.
12 May 2008 Japan: Freescale Semiconductor, Fujitsu Microelectronics and Alpha Systems Develop New Digital Media Server Development Platform
TOKYO and AUSTIN, TX , May 12, 2008 – Freescale Semiconductor, Fujitsu Microelectronics Ltd. and Alpha Systems Inc. have co-developed a digital media server (DMS) development platform that enables real time transcoding of video content. The platform, which conforms to Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) Networked Device Interoperability Guidelines, will be demonstrated May 14 – 16 at the Embedded Systems Expo (ESEC) in Tokyo.
8 May 2008 Japan: Fujitsu to Launch ARM1176 Prototyping Kit
Tokyo, May 8, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) today announced that it will launch an ARM1176 prototyping kit, designed to shorten the development lead time for customers using FML's ASIC and COT services to develop system LSIs that include the ARM1176JZF-S™, ARM926EJ-S™, or ARM946E-S™ processor cores. The new prototyping kit will include an evaluation board loaded with chips for trying out the ARM1176JZF-S processor, a FPGA reference design, and sample programs. FML's prototyping kit will enable customers to debug their logic circuits and develop device drivers before fabrication of their chips, resulting in a faster system-LSI design process. The new kit will be available from July 2008, and will be exhibited at the 11th Embedded Systems Expo, to be held from May 14 to 16, 2008 at Tokyo Big Sight.
7 May 2008 Germany: Fujitsu to Demonstrate New and Exciting Multimedia Devices
Langen, May 7, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is set to exhibit its latest multimedia devices at ANGA Cable in Cologne, 27-29 May 2008.ANGA Cable is Europe's leading Exhibition and Congress for Cable, Broadband & Satellite and last year attracted in excess of 10,000 visitors from 68 countries, with over 1,200 attendees at the Convention.
7 May 2008 Germany: Premier Platform for Dynamic SOI Now Shipping with PRIMERGY Servers
Munich, May 7, 2008 – Extending its innovative FlexFrame Infrastructure to industry-standard PRIMERGY servers, Fujitsu Siemens Computers today delivers ServerView PAN Manager™: a centralized, automated IT platform which enables systems to be dynamically adjusted, guaranteeing that they always deliver optimum performance. The revolutionary IT architecture FlexFrame Infrastructure uses a virtualized, application-independent platform with high availability features designed to support both physical and virtual resources.
30 April 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops Technology for Quick and Accurate Estimation of Rate of Soft Errors in Advanced Semiconductors
Kawasaki, Japan, April 30, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced that, in collaboration with the Hawaii Observatory of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, an inter-university research institute that is part of Japan's National Institute of Natural Sciences, the development of a technique for quick and accurate field measurement of the rate of "soft errors", which are erroneous operations that occur in advanced semiconductors and are caused by neutrons from a type of cosmic ray.
28 April 2008 US: Fujitsu Features New 26-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Switch IC in Interop
Interop Las Vegas, NV, April 28, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its new 26-port 10Gbps Ethernet (10GbE) switch IC at the annual Interop Las Vegas conference, April 28 to May 2.
21 April 2008 US: Fujitsu Introduces the First 802.3ap (KR) Compliant 10GbE Switch IC, Featuring the Industry's Highest Density of 26 Ports and Lowest Power Consumption
Sunnyvale, CA, April 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today extended its global leadership in advanced, single-chip Ethernet switch technology by introducing the 26-port MB86C69RBC. The industry's highest density, lowest power and smallest footprint 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) switch IC, the new L2/L3 capable device features the direct support of 10Gbps serial interface for Ethernet backplane standardized as 802.3ap (KR) on all 26 ports, as well as SFP+ capability.
14 April 2008 US: New Fujitsu Thermal Printer Unit Targets Medium-volume Kiosks
Sunnyvale, CA, April 14, 2008 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today expanded its line of thermal printers for kiosk applications with the addition of a 2-inch printer subassembly. The new model offers OEMs a reliable, high-quality printing solution for medium-volume print output.
9 April 2008 US: Fujitsu to Highlight Interop 2008 Panel on Wireless and Mobility
Sunnyvale, CA, April 9, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) a leading developer of WiMAX SoC technology, will participate in the "Convergence: Technologies and Strategies" panel at Interop 2008 in Las Vegas, April 30. The panel is part of Interop’s Mobility and Wireless track,
31 March 2008 US: Fujitsu Introduces 65-Nanometer 10G SerDes from Prism Circuits
Sunnyvale, CA, March 31, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading global SoC solutions provider, today announced a new collaboration with Prism Circuits, Inc., a leader in serial and parallel interface IP, to develop a single-lane, variable-data-rate SerDes macro. Built using Fujitsu’s 65-nanometer CS200HP process technology, the macro will be available in the third calendar quarter of 2008.
19 March 2008 Germany: Fujitsu and SEGGER Announce embOS Real-Time Operating System for 16FX Microcontroller Series
Langen and Hilden, March 19, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and SEGGER Microcontroller, a leading manufacturer of middleware for embedded systems, have today announced the availability of SEGGER’s real-time operating system, embOS, for FME’s 16FX microcontroller family.
11 March 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces MB91460 MCU Integrating SMSC's MediaLB® Interface
Langen, Germany & Hauppauge, New York, March 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and SMSC (Nasdaq: SMSC) have today announced the implementation of SMSC's Media Local Bus (MediaLB) technology in the latest member of Fujitsu's 32-bit MB91460 microcontroller product series, the MB91F467M. These microcontrollers are designed to support high-performance automotive and industrial applications to ensure fast data processing and distribution. The MediaLB serial bus interface provides seamless connectivity to SMSC's Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST®) Intelligent Network Interface Controller (INIC) family.
6 March 2008 Japan and Germany: Fujitsu and HHI Achieve Optical Amplitude Noise Reduction Using Ultra High-Speed Optical Switch
Kawasaki, Japan and Berlin, March 6, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institut(HHI) today announced the development of an ultra high-speed optical switch that uses nonlinear optical fiber to reduce optical amplitude noise, which degrades the quality of optical signals when they are transmitted. Employing this technology, suppression of optical amplitude noise using a 107 gigabit per second (Gbps) phase modulated ultra high-speed signal was successfully verified. In addition, in a data transmission test across 320 km, it was verified that data quality after transmission could be received with roughly the equivalent of its quality prior to transmission.
3 March 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Achieves Breakthrough with World's First New Carbon Nanotube Composite
Atsugi, Japan, March 3, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the successful formation of a new nano-scale carbon composite featuring a self-organizing structure , by combining carbon nanotubes and graphene which are both nano-scale carbon structures. The newly-discovered composite structure is synthesized at a temperature of 510 °C, cooler than for conventional graphene formed at temperatures too high for electronic device applications, thereby paving the way for the feasible use of graphene as a material suitable for future practical use in electronic devices which are vulnerable to heat. Carbon nanotubes have properties including high thermal conductivity and high current-density tolerance , while graphene is known for its high electron mobility. Carbon nanostructures combining these two materials hold the promise of creating new potential for material research and applications.
26 February 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Full HD Multi-Decoder LSI Supporting Both MPEG-2 and H.264
Tokyo, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the launch of a new full high-definition (HD) multi-standard video decoder LSI for Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) HD broadcasts, that decodes both MPEG-2 and H.264 compression formats in full HD resolution (1920 dots x 1080 lines). Sample shipment of the new LSI, the MB86H60, will start from the end of May 2008.
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Adds FreeRTOS.org Port on Its 16FX and FR MB91460 Series MCUs
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is pleased to announce the availability of a FreeRTOS.orgTM port on its 16FX and FR MB91460 series microcontrollers.
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu and EB Team-up to Provide Complete AUTOSAR Packages for MCUs
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and EB, Elektrobit, are pleased to announce the expansion of their AUTOSAR (AUTomotive Open System Architecture) software solutions for Fujitsu’s MB91460 series automotive microcontrollers with a new AUTOSAR V2.1 package. A package for AUTOSAR V2.0 is already available.
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Announces New Graphics Display Controller for Automotive Applications
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is pleased to announce the expansion of its graphics controllers family with the MB88F332 – a highly integrated single-chip graphics solution for automotive display systems.
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Graphics Controller Enables Hi-tech Dashboard in Futuristic Artega GT Sports Car
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – FME's MB86R01 graphics controller codenamed 'Jade'™ plays a crucial role in enabling a state-of-the-art instrument panel in the futuristic Artega GT sports car
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Shows ‘Live’ Demonstrations Across All Key Markets at Embedded World 2008
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is demonstrating a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions at this week’s Embedded World 2008 exhibition. These span markets from industrial and automotive, to graphics, networking and ASSPs.
26 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu’s Latest 16FX MCUs Integrate CAN & USB MiniHost Functionality Together on One Chip
Langen and Nürnberg, February 26, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces the MB96F338U, the latest member of its 16FX family of powerful 16-bit microcontrollers developed for automotive and industrial applications. This new device integrates a USB full-speed interface plus MiniHost functionality and three CAN interfaces together on one chip - a first for Fujitsu.
13 February 2008 The Netherlands: Fujitsu Releases Low Profile Latching Power Relay
Hoofddorp, February 13, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Europe B.V., today released a low profile latching power relay.The new polarized latching relay is the same size as the JS series relay. The dimensions of the relay are: 29.3 (L) x 10.3 (W) x 12.8 (H) mm maximum.
11 February 2008 Germany: Fujitsu Demonstrates State-of-the-Art WiMAX Solutions at the Mobile World Congress
Langen, February 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is exhibiting its WiMAX devices, demonstrating its WiMAX solutions and unveiling its wave2-compliant baseband SoC on Stand J45 in Hall 1, at this week’s 2008 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
11 February 2008 Spain, and Germany: Fujitsu Expands its Mobile WiMAX™ Options with Infineon's Advanced WiMAX RF Transceiver
Barcelona, and Langen, February 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe's (FME) Mobile WiMAX™ customers now have the option to address the 3.5GHz-licensed band, in addition to the 2.5GHz band, with Infineon’s new WiMAX RF Transceiver SMARTi™ WiMAX. This means that the vast majority of all licensed bands worldwide can be supported with one highly integrated and flexible front-end.
11 February 2008 Spain, and Germany: Fujitsu Joins Alcatel-Lucent’s WiMAX™ Open CPE Program
Barcelona, and Langen, February 11, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced that it has joined Alcatel-Lucent's Open Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) Program, established to ensure that WiMAX™ operators have access to the widest possible variety of terminal devices.
7 February 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Launches World's Smallest RF Module for Mobile WiMAX Devices
Tokyo, February 7, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the launch of the world's smallest radio frequency (RF) module for mobile devices, which supports all of the RF circuitry necessary for Mobile WiMAX, the highly anticipated next-generation broadband wireless technology. The new RF module, MB86K71, co-developed with Fujitsu Laboratories Limited, was designed using 90-nanometer CMOS process technology. Sample shipment is scheduled to start at the end of February 2008.
4 February 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Laboratories Develops World's First CMOS-based Power Amplifier Operating at 77GHz
Kawasaki, February 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Laboratories, Ltd. today announced the development of a millimeter-waveband power amplifier (PA) using standard 90nm CMOS process technology. Targeting millimeter-wave applications, Fujitsu Labs developed a standard CMOS modeling technology and design techniques to minimize high-frequency signal loss, thereby enabling the development of the world's first CMOS-based PA that operates at 77GHz. The technology realizes CMOS radio frequency (CMOS RF) front-end circuitry that includes a PA, thereby enabling integration with baseband circuitry on a single chip, for use in millimeter-wave automotive radar systems.
4 February 2008 US: Fujitsu 40A High-Temp Automotive Relay is Market’s Smallest
Sunnyvale, CA, February 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. has released the market’s smallest 40A, high-temperature-grade automotive printed circuit board relay. Capable of switching heavy loads such as for power outlets, fan motors, electronic power steering and starters, the FBR53-HW relay replaces larger plug-in relays to conserve PCB weight and real estate in Electronic Control Units.
29 January 2008 Germany: Fujitsu to Show ‘Live’ Demonstrations across All Key Markets at Embedded World 2008
Langen, January 29, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will display a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions at Embedded World 2008 (Nürnberg, 26-28th February), spanning markets from industrial and automotive, to graphics, networking and ASSPs.
21 January 2008 Japan: Fujitsu to Realign and Strengthen LSI Business
Tokyo, January 21, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited announced today its decision to pursue the reorganization of its LSI business divisions into a new subsidiary scheduled to be established within March 2008. The decision was approved at a Board of Directors meeting held today, based on careful consideration that Fujitsu had given this matter over a significant period of time. The new subsidiary will enable Fujitsu to accelerate the growth of and intensify its focus on its ASSP business in addition to its ASIC business, while moving forward with business development offering greater speed and flexbility that are characteristic of the LSI industry.
9 January 2008 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First 64KByte High-Capacity FRAM RFID Tag for Aviation Applications
Tokyo, January 9, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the world's first 64 kilobyte (KB) ultra-high frequency (UHF)-band radio frequency identification (RFID) tag with high-capacity FRAM, featuring memory capacity sufficient to store large volumes of aircraft part and maintenance history data, while supporting a number of different radio frequencies to enable traceability worldwide. Fujitsu anticipates that this 64KB UHF-RFID tag will transform global aircraft maintenance operations.
9 January 2008 US: Ingram Micro to Distribute New Fujitsu Biometric Login Products for Novell eDirectory in United States
Sunnyvale, CA, January 9, 2008 – Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the world’s largest technology distributor, has signed an agreement with Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) to distribute the Fujitsu biometric login interface products for Novell® eDirectory™ and Novell Access Manager. The contract covers distribution in the United States and its territories. A similar contract initiating Canadian distribution was signed in August.
4 January 2008 Germany: Fujitsu to Demonstrate State-of-the-Art WiMAX Solutions at the Mobile World Congress
Langen, January 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will be exhibiting its WiMAX devices, demonstrating its WiMAX solutions and unveiling its wave2-compliant baseband SoC on Stand J45 in Hall 1, at the 2008 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next month.
2 January 2008 US: Fujitsu and Sigma Designs Announce Wireless HDAV Technology Collaboration; Demonstrations at CES 2008
Milpitas, CA and Sunnyvale, CA, January 2, 2008 – Sigma Designs (NASDAQ: SIGM), a leading provider of highly integrated systems-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions, and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), an innovative leader providing high-performance, reliable semiconductor products and services, will collaborate to deliver Wireless HDAV™ technology solutions for consumer electronics manufacturers serving the High-Definition (HD), A/V, cable-replacement market. Both companies will demonstrate Wireless HDAV reference designs at International CES in Las Vegas, January 7-9, at the Fujitsu booth #13244 (Central Hall) and at Sigma’s digital living room demonstrations inside the LVCC Hilton Hotel Suite #2989.

Archived News July - December 2007

14 December 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Develops High-Speed, Power-Efficient ReRAM Featuring Limited Fluctuation of Resistance Value
Kawasaki, Japan, December 14, 2007 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a new type of resistive RAM (ReRAM), a type of non-volatile memory, which combines low power consumption with limited fluctuation of resistance value. By changing the structure of the ReRAM by adding titanium (Ti) to nickel oxide (NiO), and by limiting the current flow from the transistor, Fujitsu Labs has successfully reduced the current needed to erase memory to 100 micro-amperes or less. Furthermore, even in high-speed erasure operations requiring only 5 nanoseconds, fluctuation of resistance value which affects the device's quality has been reduced to one-tenth (1/10th) that of conventional ReRAMs. Fujitsu Labs views the new ReRAM as an alternative to flash memory that combines high speed and low power consumption, in a low-cost embedded memory.
12 December 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Highly-Reliable Multi-Layer Interconnect Technology for Logic LSI Devices for 32nm Generation and Beyond
Tokyo, December 12, 2007 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Limited today announced their development of technology that enables high-reliability multi-layer interconnects for logic LSIs for 32nm generation and beyond, by using copper with manganese additives in combination with an ultra-thin film barrier metal. Compared to conventional technology, Fujitsu's new technology effectively reduces line resistance in interconnects, and increases endurance against electro-migration - a cause of LSI degradation over time. This technology will enable Fujitsu to provide highly-integrated high-performance LSIs to customers.
10 December 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Microelectronics Strengthens R&D Capabilities in West China with Chengdu West Star Investment
Singapore, December 10, 2007 – Fujitsu Electronic Devices Group Asia (EDGA) today announced a majority investment in Chengdu West Star Chips Co., Ltd. to boost its R&D capabilities in Chengdu, West China. As part of expansion plans derived from this investment, West Star has relocated to new premises to accommodate the expected expansion of its R&D team by over 300 engineers in the next three years.
4 December 2007 Japan and Taiwan: Fujitsu and Taiwan's Institute for Information Industry to Establish Joint Venture for WiMAX Application Platforms
Tokyo and Taipei, December 4, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and the Institute for Information Industry (III) of Taiwan, a non-governmental organization jointly sponsored by the Taiwan government and prominent private enterprises, today announced their agreement to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU), to establish a new company in Taiwan that will develop application platforms and provide engineering support based on WiMAX technology from Fujitsu and III. Through the joint venture, scheduled to be established in March 2008, it is anticipated that Fujitsu and III will significantly contribute to the development of the WiMAX industry in Taiwan.
4 December 2007 US: Steve Della Rocchetta Joins Fujitsu as Vice President of CLSI Business Unit for its U.S. Semiconductor Operations
Sunnyvale, CA, December 4, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that semiconductor industry veteran Steve Della Rocchetta has joined the company as vice president of the CLSI Business Unit. He is based at FMA’s U.S. headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA, and reports directly to Keith Horn, Chief Operating Officer of Fujitsu Microelectronics America. Della Rocchetta is responsible for day-to-day operations of FMA’s ASIC, COT and COT+ business, sales and account management activities in the Americas.
19 November 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces 10G Ethernet LAN-PHY Mapper for WDM Networks
Langen, November 19, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), a leading supplier of silicon solutions for 10G and 40G optical communications networks, today announces its MB87Q2091 10G Ethernet LAN-PHY mapper targeting Ethernet mapping and transport applications.
14 November 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Launches World's First Embedded-FRAM Device for Digital TV Enabling Simultaneous Use of 4-Channel HDMI Connector Ports
Langen, November 14, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces development of the world's first embedded-FRAM device for digital TVs that enables simultaneous use of four-channel High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) connector ports - for connecting devices such as multiple DVD recorders, camcorders, and video game consoles – and which stores display data, such as resolution, that is read by audio-visual digital entertainment devices when they are used with digital TVs.
12 November 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches World's First Embedded-FRAM LSI for Digital TV that Enables Simultaneous Use of 4-channel HDMI™ Connector Ports
Tokyo, November 12, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced its development of the world's first embedded-FRAM LSI for digital TVs that enables simultaneous use of four-channel High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) connector ports - such as for multiple DVD recorders, camcorders, and video game consoles - and which stores display data, such as resolution, that is read by audio-visual digital entertainment devices when they are used with digital TVs. Sample shipment of the new LSI, MB85RF402, starts from November 12, 2007.
6 November 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Develops IDB-1394-Compliant LSIs Featuring Embedded Multimedia Functions
Singapore, November 6, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the development of two new controller LSIs, the MB88388A and MB88389, which support the IDB-1394 standard for in-vehicle multimedia networks.
5 November 2007 Japan: Fujitsu to Launch IDB-1394-Compliant LSIs Featuring Embedded Multimedia Functions
Tokyo, November 5, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of two new controller LSIs, the MB88388A and MB88389, which support the IDB-1394 standard for in-vehicle multimedia networks. Sample shipping of these new LSIs will begin from December 1, 2007.
5 November 2007 Germany: Fujitsu to Launch IDB-1394-Compliant Devices Featuring Embedded Multimedia Functions
Langen, November 5, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced the development of two new controller devices, the MB88388A and MB88389, which support the IDB-1394(*1) standard for in-vehicle multimedia networks. Sample shipping of these new devices will begin from December 1, 2007.
19 October 2007 Japan and US: Fujitsu and Vivante to Co-Develop Embedded System LSI for Mobile Devices
Tokyo and Sunnyvale, CA, October 19, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and Vivante Corporation today announced an agreement in principle to jointly develop a system LSI for embedded systems, such as mobile phones and other portable devices.
12 October 2007 US: Fujitsu and Navini Show Industry's First Interoperability Demonstration Using Beamformed Mobile WiMAX™
Richardson, TX and Sunnyvale, CA, October 12, 2007 – Navini Networks and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced today the first demonstration of multi-vendor interoperability using Smart WiMAX technology – the conjunction of smart beamforming with Multiple Input/Multiple Output (MIMO) on a Mobile WiMAX (802.16e) network. Smart WiMAX systems will provide an estimated doubling of system capacity, while offering up to twice the coverage of simple WiMAX networks in a fully mobile setting.
26 September 2007 Germany and US: Fujitsu Integrates SMSC's MediaLB™ Interface in Graphics Controller SoC
Langen, Germany & Hauppauge, New York, September 26, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and SMSC announce the successful implementation of SMSC's Media Local Bus (MediaLB™) technology in Fujitsu's latest graphics controller, the MB86R01, known as 'Jade'.
24 September 2007 US: Fujitsu to Highlight Latest WiMAX Fixed and Mobile Device Technologies at Annual WiMAX World in Chicago, September 25-27
Chicago, IL, and Sunnyvale, CA, September 24, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its newest mobile and fixed WiMAX device technologies at the annual WiMAX World Conference September 25-27 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
20 September 2007 US: Fujitsu Launches High-Efficiency Power-Management IC for Ultra-Mobile PCs
Sunnyvale, CA, September 20, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced the development of a one-chip system power management IC for ultra-mobile PCs (UMPCs). The new device, the MB39C308, is designed to supply power to the system, memory, and chipsets in UMPCs. Sample shipments will begin in November 2007.
19 September 2007 Japan and US: Fujitsu and Denali Software Collaborate to Develop DFI Compatible DDR PHY Macro
Tokyo and Palo Alto, U.S., September 19, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and Denali Software, Inc. today announced their co-development of a DDR DRAM physical interface (DDR PHY) product compatible with the recently announced DDR-PHY Interface (DFI) version 1.0 specification. The DDR PHY utilizes the DFI specification which defines a common interface between the conventional proprietary memory controller logic and DDR PHY designs, which reduces design and integration costs for developing DDR DRAM memory systems, and reduces overall time-to-market.
18 September 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches High-Efficiency Power Management LSI for Ultra-Mobile PCs
Tokyo, September 18, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a one-chip system power management LSI for ultra-mobile PCs (UMPCs), to supply power to the system, memory, and chipsets in UMPCs. Sample shipments for the new LSI product, MB39C308, will start from November 2007.
13 September 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Revamps Sales Force Structure of Its Electronic Devices Business
Tokyo, September 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that the sales organizations of Fujitsu Limited's Electronic Devices Business Group and Fujitsu Devices Inc. will be integrated as of October 1, 2007. The combined entity, to be renamed Fujitsu Electronics Inc. (“FEI”), will consolidate the sales forces of Fujitsu's electronic devices products and will aim to become the industry leader of the market in Japan.
11 September 2007 US: Fujitsu Developing ASICs for GPS Receivers with Industry Leader NovAtel
Sunnyvale, CA, September 11, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is developing a new high-performance ASIC with NovAtel Inc. (NASDAQ: NGPS), a leading provider of precision Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) components and subsystems, the company announced today.
10 September 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches Full HD H.264 Transcoder LSI
Singapore, September 10, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the release of a new transcoder chip that can compress full HD (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 video data to H.264 data. The new chip, MB86H52, is capable of compressing MPEG-2 video to less than half the data size while maintaining the same video quality.
27 August 2007 US: Fujitsu Introduces New H.264 Transcoder, Based on Industry-Leading Video Compression Technology
Sunnyvale, CA, August 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today extended its family of high-performance H.264-compliant ICs, announcing a new transcoder designed to compress full high definition (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 video data to H.264 data for high-volume consumer applications.
23 August 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Full HD H.264 Transcoder LSI
Tokyo, August 23, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development and launch of a new transcoder large-scaled integrated (LSI) chip that can convert full HD (1920dot x 1080line) MPEG-2 video data to H.264 data and compress data size to less than one-half that of MPEG-2. Sample shipments of the new chip, the MB86H52, will start from September 1, 2007. This new transcoder makes it possible to extend recording time of recording devices such as hard disk recorders by over 2.5 times, as the chip enables data size compression without compromising video quality. The transcoder can also be embedded in a multitude of equipment requiring reduction of data size, and can realize full HD over narrower bandwidths used for home network, the use of which is anticipated to spread hereafter.
23 August 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Announces New Full HD H.264 Transcoder
Langen, August 23, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces a new transcoder chip that can compress full HD (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 video data to H.264 data. The new chip, MB86H52, is capable of compressing MPEG-2 video to less than half the data size while maintaining the same video quality.
15 August 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu's 32-bit Microcontroller to Integrate Automotive CAN Networks
Singapore, August 15, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the new offerings of its MB91460 Series of high-performance 32-bit microcontrollers for automotive applications with the new MB91F467BA product that can integrate several in-vehicle CAN networks.
7 August 2007 US: Fujitsu and 123ID Introduce Biometric Client and Server Login Kits, Enabling NMAS Authentication for Novell eDirectory
LinuxWorld, San Francisco, and Sunnyvale, CA, August 7, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and 123ID, Inc. today announced a suite of new biometric login kits for Novell® eDirectory™, the directory service that forms the basis for many of the world's major identity-management deployments. The new biometric login enables users to access Novell eDirectory running on Linux, NetWare or Windows. The product numbers are NMAS-UMS-2210, 2220, 2230, 2300, 2310, 4210, 4220, 4300 and 4310.
7 August 2007 US: Ingram Micro to Distribute New Biometric Login Products Developed by Fujitsu for Novell eDirectory
LinuxWorld, San Francisco, and Sunnyvale, CA, August 7, 2007 – Ingram Micro, the world's largest technology distributor, has reached an agreement in principle with Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) to distribute new Fujitsu biometric login interface products for Novell® eDirectory™ and Novell Access Manager. The contract will be effective in Canada, and the parties intend to extend the relationship to the U.S. later this year.
7 August 2007 US: ServerEngines Implements Fujitsu 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Chips for Blade Server Applications
LinuxWorld, San Francisco, and Sunnyvale, California, August 7, 2007 – ServerEngines™ LLC and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that ServerEngines has integrated the Fujitsu MB87Q3140 12-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) switch chip and the Fujitsu MB8AA3020 20-port 10GbE switch chip into its innovative BladeXchange™ 10GbE Blade Fabric solutions.
31 July 2007 US: Fujitsu Introduces 32-bit Microcontroller with Six-Channel CAN Network for Automotive and Industrial Applications
Sunnyvale, California, July 31, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today added to its popular MB91460 series of high-performance 32-bit microcontrollers for automotive applications by introducing the new MB91F467BA MCU. The MB91F467BA is specifically designed for integrating several in-vehicle Control Area Networks (CAN) or for controlling CAN, LIN and FlexRay™ mixed network gateways.
23 July 2007 US: Fujitsu and 123ID, Inc., Introduce Four New Biometric Developers' Kits to Enable Fingerprint Authentication for Windows-based Applications
Sunnyvale, CA and East Grand Forks, MN, July 23, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading supplier of fingerprint sensor IC technology, and 123ID, Inc., an innovator in biometric software design, today introduced new development kits that enable developers to quickly incorporate fingerprint authentication into Windows-based applications used in network authentication, secure fingerprint ID login, password replacement, file encryption, access control, POS, and commercial and government identity-management systems.

Archived News January - June 2007

18 June 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Technology for Low-Power, High-Performance 45nm Logic Chips
Tokyo, June 18, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced their development of a platform technology for 45 nanometer (45nm) generation LSI logic chips, which combines technologies for low power consumption and high-performance interconnect.　Compared to previous 45nm technologies on record, the new platform reduces the leakage current that occurs when current is wasted in wait states to one-fifth that of previous levels and reduces interconnect-induced lag times by approximately 14%. The realization of these new 45nm generation platform technologies will enable Fujitsu to offer its customers LSI logic chips that feature even higher speeds, smaller size and lower power consumption than currently available.
25 May 2007 Japan and US: Jazz and Fujitsu to Collaborate on Providing Complete Solution for 90nm and 65nm RF CMOS Foundry Customers
Tokyo, May 25, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited (Fujitsu), Fujitsu Microelectronics of America, Inc. (FMA), and Jazz Semiconductor (Jazz), a wholly owned subsidiary of Jazz Technologies, Inc. (AMEX: JAZ), announced today that they will work together to manufacture System-on-Chip (SoC) products for RFCMOS devices. Under a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the companies, the collaboration is designed to combine superior RF and mixed signal expertise from Jazz and leading-edge existing 90nm and 65nm manufacturing technology from Fujitsu, enabling both companies to deliver high-performance Customer Owned Tooling (COT) foundry services to SoC customers. The alliance will enable Fujitsu to offer Jazz's high-precision RF models and design kits using Fujitsu's 90nm and 65nm low-leakage, leading-edge LSI manufacturing process. The companies will conduct joint marketing and sales activities, and the products will be manufactured at Fujitsu's 300 mm Mie fab located in Kuwana city, Mie prefecture in Japan.
25 May 2007 US: CorEdge Networks and Fujitsu Demonstrate Industry’s First 10GbE MicroTCA Implementation at the MicroTCA Summit, May 30 to June 1, Baltimore, at Booth #29
Boston, MA, and Sunnyvale, CA, May 25, 2007 – CorEdge Networks and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) have collaborated to develop the industry’s first 10GbE MicroTCA demonstration. It will be shown at the MicroTCA Summit in Baltimore, Maryland, between May 30th and June 1st. The demonstration is housed in CorEdge’s 2U PicoTCA system, a 3.5” x 13” x 8.5” (H x W x D) platform, which integrates a MicroTCA Carrier Hub (MCH), Power Module (PM), and up to four Advanced Mezzanine Cards (AMCs). Video streams are transferred between two of CorEdge’s 10Gbps programmable AMCs through the 10GbE-capable MCH, using Fujitsu’s MB8AA3020 20-port, 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch chip.
24 May 2007 Japan: Notice Regarding Fujitsu Devices Inc. Becoming a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited through an Exchange of Shares
Tokyo, May 24, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited (TSE-1 Code: 6702; hereafter "Fujitsu") and Fujitsu Devices Inc. (TSE-2 Code: 7582; hereafter "FDI"), in accordance with the decisions today by their respective boards of directors, announced that they have signed a share exchange agreement through which FDI will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu by means of an exchange of shares (hereafter "share exchange"). This agreement is outlined below.
23 May 2007 US: Fujitsu Launches Industry's First Single-Chip IC for Full HD H.264 Video Processing with Embedded Memory
Sunnyvale, CA, May 23, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the latest in its family of highly integrated video processing devices that support the H.264 format.
22 May 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces H.264 HDTV CODEC with Integrated System Memory and Very Low Power Consumption
Langen & Cologne, May 22, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces the introduction of a new semiconductor chip capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition H.264 video format and Dolby Digital sound format.
22 May 2007 Germany: Fujitsu’s SmartMPEG-C Digital Television Decoder Offers Advanced Features for PVR Applications
Langen & Cologne, May 22, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe today announces the latest member of its SmartMPEG family, the SmartMPEG-C, an advanced Digital Television Decoder designed to meet the needs of tomorrow’s Set-Top Box and IDTV market.
21 May 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Industry's First One-Chip LSI for Full HD H.264 Video Processing with Embedded Memory
Tokyo, May 21, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced a new large-scaled integrated (LSI) chip that can compress and decompress full High-Definition (HD) video (1,920 dots x 1,080 lines) in the H.264 format in real-time. The new chip, the MB86H51, is the industry's first one-chip LSI for full HD H.264 High Profile video processing with embedded memory. Sample shipments will start from July 1, 2007.
21 May 2007 US: Fujitsu and Gennum Showcase Unprecedented 10Gbps SFP+ Performance
Las Vegas, NV, May 21, 2007 – Highlighting dramatic performance improvements for networking applications, Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. and Gennum Corporation (TSX: GND) are hosting a unique demonstration at this week’s Interop tradeshow in Las Vegas. The demonstration utilizes Fujitsu’s innovative 10-Gigabit per second (Gbps) serial interconnect, Intel Corporation’s small form factor pluggable (SFP+) modules and Gennum’s industry-leading clock and data recovery (CDR) chip. Showcasing a working 10-Gigabit Ethernet switch solution with SFP+, this demonstration underscores the significant signal integrity optimization achieved with the use of CDRs.
21 May 2007 US, Germany, China, and Singapore: Fujitsu Announces Mobile WiMAX SoC Performance and Delivery Schedule
Sunnyvale, Langen, Shanghai, Singapore, May 21, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), Fujitsu Microelectronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (FMC), and Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd. (FMAL) announced today the specifications and delivery schedule for the company's first mobile baseband System-on-Chip (SoC), its next wave of innovation in WiMAX silicon solutions. The Fujitsu MB86K21 802.16e will provide substantial speed and performance improvements over comparable market alternatives, at low power consumption in a very compact form factor. The SoC is targeted to be the first in its class to participate in WiMAX Forum Wave 2 certification. Samples will be available in August 2007.
17 May 2007 US: Fujitsu and Partners Teak Technologies, Gennum, CorEdge and Terranetics to Exhibit Leading 10-Gigabit Ethernet Applications at Interop Las Vegas 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, May 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and four customer partners will showcase the Fujitsu 20-port, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) switch chip, and their GbE solutions used in a variety of applications at Interop Las Vegas, May 20 - 25, 2007, in the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas.
17 May 2007 US: Fujitsu Demonstrates Mobile WiMAX SoC at Broadband Wireless @ Interop Las Vegas
Sunnyvale, CA, May 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will exhibit its first mobile System-on-Chip (SoC) at Broadband Wireless @ Interop Las Vegas. Fujitsu is a platinum sponsor of this industry-leading event, and will exhibit its MB86K21 mobile SoC at Booth 1931 in the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Fujitsu is also invited to speak on two prominent panels during the show.
17 May 2007 US: Fujitsu Releases Latest 10Gbps Ethernet Tech Backgrounder; Addresses Design Challenges and Opportunities
Sunnyvale, CA, May 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) released its latest technical backgrounder, "Benefits of the MB8AA3020 20-Port, 10GbE Switch Chip in the Data Center".
17 May 2007 Singapore: Image-Processing LSI Chip for High-Resolution Digital Cameras Compatible with X3 Sensors
Singapore, May 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the release of its new LSI image-processing chip MB91680A-T, for use with cutting edge Foveon X3 image sensors and 3CCD technology, as a new addition to Fujitsu's Milbeaut™ line of advanced image processing LSI chips for digital cameras, which includes the flagship model MB91680. The new chip enables sharp, high-quality images to be processed in cameras in real time with low power consumption, thereby offering leading-class performance.
15 May 2007 US, Russia: Kedah Electronics Engineering Selects the Fujitsu Fixed WiMAX System-on-Chip for 3.5GHz Wireless Systems in Russia
Sunnyvale, CA, and Moscow, Russia, May 15, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of wireline and wireless systems-on-chip (SoCs) for next-generation networks, will provide its MB87M3550 fixed WiMAX SoCs to Kedah Electronics Engineering, an entrepreneurial Russian company that designs and manufactures telecommunication products and systems. Kedah will use the Fujitsu WiMAX SoCs for its new AsterPlex+ WiMAX Customer Premises Units (CPE) and WiMAX base stations. Kedah plans to ship systems for the 3.5GHz band this year, and expand into 2.5 – 2.7GHz and 5.1 – 6.4GHz thereafter.
15 May 2007 US: New Graphics Controller from Fujitsu Integrates 32-bit CPU and Graphics Engine on Single Chip
Sunnyvale, CA, May 15, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today added to its industry-leading series of graphics display controllers by introducing the first controller with a 32-bit CPU and graphics engine on a single chip. Fujitsu will feature the new SoC at the annual Telematics Update Conference at the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, Michigan, May 22-23, booth 47.
11 May 2007 Germany: Fujitsu's Multimedia Products Deliver Advanced Solutions
Langen, May 11, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will be showcasing its new multimedia devices at the ANGA Cable Trade Fair for Cable, Satellite & Multimedia in Cologne 22-24 May.
30 April 2007 US: Fujitsu to Exhibit 20-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Chip at Server Blade Summit in Anaheim, May 1 – 3
Anaheim, CA, April 30, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will exhibit its 20-port, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) switch chip at the annual Server Blade Summit Conference (http://www.serverbladesummit.com) at the Anaheim Marriott, May 1 – 3, 2007. A company representative will speak on a panel addressing the current trends in 10GbE and server blades.
24 April 2007 Germany and France: TTAutomotive Chooses Fujitsu CPU with Integrated FlexRay Controller for New Modular Development Board
Langen and Toulouse, April 24, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is pleased to announce that TTAutomotive, TTTech's subsidiary for FlexRay™ solutions, has released a new CPU board based on Fujitsu's MB91F465XA with an integrated FlexRay communication controller for its modular TTXPowerlink product family. The combination of Fujitsu's latest FlexRay microcontroller unit and TTXPowerlink's modular concept provides a flexible and effective solution for FlexRay applications in the automotive industry.
18 April 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Starts Volume Production of 2 Mbit FRAM Chips
Tokyo, April 18, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited ("Fujitsu") today announced the availability of its 2 Megabit (Mbit) FRAM memory chips, the largest capacity FRAM in volume production in the world. The two FRAM memory products, MB85R2001 and MB85R2002, have the characteristics of FRAM which is a non-volatile memory that features high-speed data writing, low power consumption, and which can endure a high number of write cycles.
18 April 2007 US: Fujitsu Announces Volume Production of 2Mbit FRAM ICs; New Non-volatile, Low-Power ICs Serve Automotive, Printer,Instrumentation Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, April 18, 2007 – The Fujitsu MB85R2001 and MB85R2002 feature non-volatile memory with high-speed data writing, low power consumption, and the ability to provide a high number of write cycles. They are ideal for automotive navigation systems, multi-function printers, measuring instruments, and other advanced applications that can use non-volatile memory to store various parameters, record equipment operating conditions, and preserve security information.
18 April 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Ships the Industry’s First Commercially Available 5.8GHz WiMAX System-on-Chip for Base Stations and Subscriber Units
Singapore, April 18, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced that Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is now shipping its 5.8GHz WiMAX baseband system-on-chip (SoC) to ODM partners and customers worldwide, including solutions provider Texas Instruments, WiMAX systems provider ORZA Networks and WiMAX customer premises maker Sun Create Electronics Co., Ltd.
17 April 2007 France and UK: Fujitsu Chip Validates Toric's Jitter Suppression Technology
Nice; Maidenhead & London, April 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), a leading supplier of low power, mixed signal integrated circuits (ICs), and Toric Limited, a London-based technology licensing company and the supplier of PhaseFilter™, today announce the results of their collaboration to verify embedded jitter-suppressing macros based on Toric's patented AJC (Anti-Jitter Cell) technology.
10 April 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches LSI Chip for Car Navigation Systems and Digital Dashboards
Tokyo, April 10, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development and release of a new large-scaled integrated (LSI) chip for in-car automotive systems, such as navigation and digital dashboards. The new System-on-Chip (SoC), the MB86R01, integrates various functions on a single chip, such as ARM™ core, 2D and 3D graphic capabilities, in-car networking features, and support for various media interfaces. The chip includes an embedded graphic-display controller from Fujitsu, of which over 12 million units have been shipped, for in-car automotive applications. This will enable low-cost, compact, in-car systems that feature high-resolution graphics, while continuing to leverage existing software resources.
10 April 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Graphics Controller ‘Jade’ Integrates Powerful 32-bit CPU and Graphics Engine on One Chip
Langen, April 10, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has announced the MB86R01 ‘Jade’, the first device in a new family of graphics controllers aimed at high-end embedded automotive graphics applications. Jade is the first Fujitsu System-on-Chip (SoC) to integrate the powerful 32-bit ARM926EJ-S™ CPU core with the company’s successful graphics processor ‘Coral PA’.
2 April 2007 US: Fujitsu Introduces High-Performance 8-bit Flash MCUs for Appliances, Digital Audio-Video Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, April 2, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a pair of 8-bit microcontrollers, the MB95F128 and MB95F168M, for use in household appliances and digital audio/video equipment. The two MCUs are the newest additions to the F2MC-8FX family of 8-bit microcontrollers, which feature low power consumption and high performance.
2 April 2007 US: Fujitsu Introduces New 32-Bit MB91F467B Microcontroller; Adds to High-Performance Family Designed for Automotive and Industrial Markets
Sunnyvale, CA, April 2, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today expanded its family of 32-bit RISC-based MCUs with the new MB91F467B. Designed in close cooperation with major automotive customers worldwide, the MB91F467B inherits the high-performance core of Fujitsu's popular and proven MB91460 family, and incorporates powerful peripheral functions and features to support a wide range of automotive and industrial applications.
2 April 2007 US: New MotorKit from Fujitsu Eases Development of Automotive and Industrial Motor Control Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, April 2, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a new development platform for automotive and industrial motor control applications built around the Fujitsu MB91F267N 32-bit microcontroller.
29 March 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Expands 32-bit Microcontroller Line Up for High-Performance Home Appliances
Singapore, March 29, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the availability of the latest addition to its FR family of 32-bit microcontrollers, the MB91480 series. The new series is designed for high-performance control functions of home appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines and dryers. MB91480 series provide inverter control of two motors with one-chip that enables higher functionality in a smaller space.
28 March 2007 US: Fujitsu Introduces FlexRay-Based MB91F465X Driver-Assistance Controller
Sunnyvale, CA, March 28, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the FlexRay™ controller, the MB91F465XA. Designed for driver-assistance applications, the MB91F465XA is built around a Fujitsu FR 70 32-bit CPU, with an internal clock speed of 100MHz and voltage range of 3.0V to 5.5V. Based on the E-Ray core licensed from Robert Bosch GmbH, the device uses VHDL code certified by TÜV Nord, supports 2-channel and FIFO operations, and supports 218 different identifiers by providing more than 8kBytes of message buffer memory.
28 March 2007 US: The Fujitsu 16-Bit 16FX Series of MCUs Provide Ultra-Low Power Consumption, 32-bit Processing Capability for Automotive, Industrial Markets
Sunnyvale, CA, March 28, 2007 – A new series of next-generation 16-bit microcontrollers announced today by Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) meets the automotive industry’s requirements for high computing power and high integration with very low power consumption, saving battery life and reducing the total system cost.
27 March 2007 Japan: Fujitsu To Release the World's Lowest Drive Voltage (4.0v) DQPSK LN Optical Modulator for 40 Gbps Optical Transmission Systems
Tokyo, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the world's lowest drive voltage DQPSK LN optical modulator for 40 Gbps optical transmission systems. The product, which will make possible the construction of commercial systems with greater reliability, low power consumption and superior transmission quality, will be available June 1, 2007.
27 March 2007 Japan: Fujitsu To Release XFP-type 10 Gbps Optical Transceiver with 40km Transmission Distance and Operable Temperature Range of -40°C to 85°C
Tokyo, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a new 10 Gbps Small Form Factor Pluggable (XFP)-type optical transceiver that is capable of operating over a wide temperature range of –40°C (-40°F ) to 85°C (185°F ), and at distances of up to 40 km. The transceiver, which will make possible smaller optical transmission equipment that can function at higher speeds and in harsher temperature environments, will be available from July 1, 2007.
27 March 2007 US: Fujitsu Expands 32-bit Microcontroller Family Designed for High-Performance Home Appliances
Sunnyvale, CA, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the newest addition to its MB91480 series of 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) for high-performance control of home appliances like refrigerators, washers and dryers.
27 March 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Expands 32-bit Microcontroller Line-up for Motor Control Applications Enabling Control of Two 3-phase Motors with One Chip
Langen, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces the MB91F487; the first member of a new series within its 32-bit FR microcontroller family. The MB91480 series is optimised for industrial and home appliance 3-phase motor control and offers a rich feature mix designed to target applications in these markets.
27 March 2007 US: Fujitsu To Introduce New FlexRay(TM) Controller and 16-bit 16FX MCUs for Automotive Applications at Embedded Systems Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will introduce its newest family of 16-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) and latest FlexRay™ controller, along with additions to its 8-bit and 32-bit families, at the Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose, April 1-5.
9 March 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Launches New Image-Processing LSI Chip for High-Resolution Digital Cameras Compatible with X3 Sensors
Tokyo, March 9, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of its new LSI image-processing chip MB91680A-T, for use with cutting edge Foveon X3 image sensors and 3CCD technology, as a new addition to Fujitsu's Milbeaut™ line of advanced image processing LSI chips for digital cameras, which includes the flagship model MB91680. The new chip enables sharp, high-quality images to be processed in cameras in real time with low power consumption, thereby offering leading-class performance.
13 February 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Announces a New 32-bit Flash Microcontroller with Six CAN Interfaces for Automotive and Industrial Applications
Langen and Nuremberg, February 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is expanding its family of 32-bit RISC-MCUs with the new MB91F467B. Designed in close co-operation with major automotive customers worldwide, the MB91F467B inherits the high-performance core of Fujitsu’s proven MB91460 family, and incorporates powerful peripheral functions and features that support a wide range of automotive and industrial applications.
13 February 2007 US: Fujitsu Develops Industry's First CMOS Integrated Circuit that Recovers Clock and Data at 40-44Gbps
San Francisco, CA, February 13, 2007 – ISSCC 2007, San Francisco, CA, February 13, 2007 - Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. have developed the industry's first CMOS IC that performs clock and data recovery (CDR) at 40 to 44Gbps, enabling the future implementation of 40Gbps optical serializer-deserializer modules.
13 February 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Exhibits at Embedded World 2007
Nuremberg, February 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is displaying a comprehensive portfolio of its products at Embedded World 2007 (Nuremberg, February 13-15), on Stand 312, Hall12, spanning markets from industrial and automotive, to graphics, multimedia and communications.
13 February 2007 Germany: Fujitsu MB87M2181 Ethernet-over-SDH Device Chosen by AimValley for Highly Integrated Micro MSPP System
Langen and Nuremberg, February 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), today announces that AimValley BV of The Netherlands has selected the company’s MB87M2181 Ethernet-over-SDH/SONET device for its BX10 product family. The first product in this family, the BX21, offers Ethernet and PDH over SDH/SONET functionality and is targeted at wireless backhaul networks.
13 February 2007 Germany: Fujitsu New 16FX MCUs Deliver Faster Performance and Lower Power Consumption
Langen and Nuremberg, February 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces its next generation 16-bit microcontrollers. The new 16FX series retains compatibility with the current generation 16LX microcontrollers while providing customers with major performance enhancements including up to five times the computing power, a significant 80% reduction in power consumption (at the same performance) and greater on-chip functionality compared to its predecessor.
13 February 2007 Germany: Fujitsu New Starter Kit Makes 3-phase Motor Control Development Easy
Langen and Nuremberg, February 13, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today debuts its MotorKit-91F267-MC starter kit specifically designed to simplify the development of 3-phase motor control solutions using the company’s MB91F267N 32-bit motor control microcontroller (MCU).
12 February 2007 Spain: Fujitsu To Demonstrate New WiMAX Solutions at the 3GSM World Congress Hall, 2.1 Stand C50
Barcelona, February 12, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is exhibiting its WiMAX devices, demonstrating its WiMAX solutions and unveiling its WiMAX SoC roadmap on Hall 2.1 Stand C50, at the 2007 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona.
7 February 2007 US: CorEdge Networks Introduces New 10Gbps Ethernet Fabric Card Using the Fujitsu 20-Port 10GbE Switch Chip for MicroTCA Carrier Hub Modules
Boston, MA, and Sunnyvale, CA, February 7, 2007 – Continuing its series of MicroTCA industry firsts, CorEdge Networks, Inc. is introducing 10GE fabric switching adaptor, the CEN-FAB-E, as part of its MicroTCA Carrier Hub (MCH) module family, with immediate sampling availability. The CEN-FAB-E enables 10Gbps low latency, non blocking communication on AdvancedMCs, even in a 75 mm MicroTCA environment. The CEN-FAB-E is based on the Fujitsu MB8AAQ3020, 20-port, 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch chip, which was developed expressly for innovative applications such as the MCH. (See August 7, 2006, press release at http://www.fujitsu.com/us/news/pr/fma_20060807.html)
5 February 2007 US: The Fujitsu MBF310 Fingerprint Sweep Sensor™ ICs Designed into New Sentry Fingerprint Safe; Set for Display at RSA Conference Expo
Sunnyvale, CA, February 5, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced today that the Fujitsu MBF310 fingerprint Sweep Sensor™ IC has been designed into the new Fingerprint Safe from Sentry Group. Biometric Solutions LLC designed the Fingerprint Safe using the Fujitsu MBF310 Sweep Sensor ICs and Biometric Solutions’ proprietary matching software to ensure maximum security for use in the home and business locations.
29 January 2007 Japan: Epson and Fujitsu Announce Results of Joint Project to Develop Next-Generation FRAM Technology
Tokyo, January 29, 2007 – Seiko Epson Corporation ("Epson") and Fujitsu Limited ("Fujitsu") today announced the results of their joint project to develop next-generation FRAM technology. Since announcing a joint development agreement in June 2005, Epson and Fujitsu have collaborated on development of next-generation technology for Ferroelectric Random Access Memory (FRAM) non-volatile memory. The joint development project was successfully completed recently and produced the anticipated results.
26 January 2007 US: Fujitsu To Feature Advanced 65-Nanometer Process Technology, 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip at DesignCon 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, January 26, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its high-performance 65-nanometer process technology and 10Gbps Ethernet switch in booth 833 at this year's DesignCon, January 29-31, at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Two leading developers of intellectual property; Transmeta Corporation with its LongRun2 IP; and Tensilica Corporation with its Diamond Standard processor cores, will feature their IPs available from Fujitsu.
24 January 2007 Japan: Mitsukoshi, Shiseido, and Fujitsu Collaborate in "Department Store of the Future" RFID Field Trial in Japan for Cosmetics
Tokyo, January 24, 2007 – Mitsukoshi, Ltd., Shiseido Company, Ltd, and Fujitsu Limited today announced that as part of a project sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan, the companies will jointly implement a "futuristic department store" field trial in Japan from January 26 to February 12 to test the expanded use of RFID tags in department stores. For the first time in Japan, RFID tags will be used in a field trial for cosmetics. The field trial is part of a METI-sponsored project commissioned to the Japan Department Stores Association, known as the 2007 Field Trial for Improving Distribution and Logistics Efficiency through the Use of Electronic Tags.
19 January 2007 Japan: Fujitsu Releases Compact Optical Transceivers Capable of High-Performance GPON Transmission
Tokyo, January 19, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of the world's first optical transceiver technology capable of operating across a temperature range of -40°C (-40°F ) to 85°C (185°F). These devices, which can also receive burst signals widely with varying optical power, are designed for application in Gigabit Passive Optical Networking (GPON) systems that are being deployed primarily in North America to enable high speed broadband access.
17 January 2007 US, Germany, and the Netherlands: Fujitsu and Hopling Technologies to Ship Linux WiMAX Board Packages
Sunnyvale, CA, Langen,and Almere, January 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), and Hopling Technologies announced today that they will ship their jointly-produced Linux-based WiMAX baseband system-on-chip (SoC) reference kits to ODM customers.
17 January 2007 Singapore: Fujitsu Announces 32-bit Microcontroller with 1MB Embedded Flash for Automotive Applications
Singapore, January 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the first flash device of its new MB91460 series, specifically designed for next-generation automotive applications. The MB91F467D is a 0.18µm successor to the MB91F362G dashboard microcontroller (MCU), offering higher speed, more memory and additional features.
17 January 2007 US: Fujitsu Ships the Industry's First Commercially Available 5.8GHz WiMAX System-on-Chip for Base Stations and Subscriber Units
Sunnyvale, CA , January 17, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is now shipping its 5.8GHz WiMAX baseband system-on-chip (SoC) to ODM partners and customers worldwide, including solutions provider Texas Instruments, WiMAX systems provider ORZA Networks and WiMAX customer premises maker Sun Create Electronics Co., Ltd.
15 January 2007 US: Fujitsu to Feature WiMAX SoC Integration with Solectek at WCA International Symposium 2007, January 16-19, San Jose, California
San Jose, CA, January 15, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of robust and highly integrated wireline and wireless system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for next-generation networks, will show innovative fixed wireless systems from its customer Solectek, based on the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC, at booth #110 at WCA International Symposium and Business Expo 2007, January 16 – 19, 2007.
10 January 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Launches Next-generation Microcontroller with Embedded FlexRay™ Interface for Automotive Applications
Langen, January 10, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced the availability of a new 32-bit microcontroller (MCU), the company's first to feature an embedded FlexRay interface. Aimed at automotive OEM, tier one and third-party companies delivering tools and software for automotive applications or test equipment, the MB91F465XA enables implementation of the FlexRay protocol in a single-chip solution without the need for companion devices.
5 January 2007 Germany: Fujitsu Exhibits at Embedded World 2007
Langen, January 5, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will display a comprehensive portfolio of its products at Embedded World 2007 (Nuremberg, February 13-15), spanning markets from industrial and automotive, to graphics, multimedia and communications.
5 January 2007 Germany: Fujitsu to Demonstrate New WiMAX Solutions at the 3GSM World Congress
Langen, January 5, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) will be exhibiting its WiMAX devices, demonstrating its WiMAX solutions and unveiling its WiMAX SoC roadmap on Stand 2.1C50, at the 2007 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona next month.
2 January 2007 US: Fujitsu To Demonstrate Industry's First H.264 Format Video-Processing IC for HD Recording and Playback at CES 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, January 2, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will host a demonstration of Amedia Networks' new gateways, which use Fujitsu's MPEG-2 encoder and decoder technology with Amedia's wireless chip set to transmit bandwidth-intensive HD video wirelessly at distances up to 75 meters at the annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas January 8-11, Sands Hotel, booth 70809.
2 January 2007 US: The Fujitsu MBF200 Fingerprint Touch Sensor IC Integrated with New Mobio Handheld Biometric Device from Cryptolex Trust Systems
Sunnyvale, CA, January 2, 2007 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), an industry leader in fingerprint sensor technology, today announced that its MBF200 single-touch sensor IC has been integrated into Mobio®, a handheld biometric security device developed by Cryptolex Trust Systems, Inc.

Archived News July - December 2006

21 December 2006 US: Amedia Networks Deploying the Fujitsu MPEG Encoder and Decoder Technology in New Wireless A/V Transmitter and Receiver to be Demonstrated at CES 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, December 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA), a leader in MPEG-based entertainment technology, today announced that Amedia Networks, Inc., a provider of next-generation residential media gateways, is using the Fujitsu MPEG encoder and decoder technology in its new wireless audio-video transmitter and receiver systems. The new systems will be demonstrated at the 2007 International CES January 8-11 in Las Vegas, Fujitsu booth number 70809. Fujitsu and Amedia also plan to complete a High Definition (HD) solution by using the new H.264 (High Profile, level 4.0) CODEC device. (See related December 11, 2006, press release announcement.) The Amedia design will also be demonstrated in the Fujitsu booth.
15 December 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu To Release H.264 Format Video-Processing LSI Chip Supporting High-Definition and Low Power Consumption
Singapore, December 15, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the development of a new large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) chip capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video, in H.264(*1)format.
11 December 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Joins Forces with Amedia Networks to Expand Asia Pacific Wireless Multimedia Markets
Singapore, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd today announced that Fujitsu Electronic Devices Group Asia (EDGA) and Amedia Networks, a US-based company have established a collaboration to expand the wireless multimedia market in Asia Pacific regions.
11 December 2006 US: Fujitsu To Introduce New H.264 Format Video-Processing IC for Next-Generation DVD HD Recording and Playback
Sunnyvale, CA, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced the industry's first large-scale IC capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video in H.264 format. The MB80H50, scheduled to be released in March 2007, is based on an H.264 processing algorithm developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Limited. The IC is designed with Fujitsu's high-performance audio and video processing technology and will be manufactured using the company's 90nm process technology.
7 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces World’s Fastest CMOS 14-bit DAC; Versatile New MB86065 Delivers Complete Platform Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, December 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA) today introduced a new 14-bit, 1.3GSa/s digital-to-analog converter (DAC), a single-channel device derived from the successful and award-winning MB86064 dual 14-bit ,1GSa/s DAC developed by Fujitsu in 2003.
5 December 2006 UK: Fujitsu Announces World's Fastest CMOS 14-bit D
Maidenhead, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) announces the MB86065 14-bit 1.3GSa/s digital-to-analogue converter (DAC). This single-channel device is a derivative of the successful, prize winning(1) MB86064 dual 14-bit 1GSa/s DAC.
4 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New Low Power 256Mbit FCRAM™ for Mobile Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, December 4, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM), a pseudo static RAM (pSRAM) with an SRAM interface based on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology. The high-speed operation and low power consumption of the new MB82DDS08314A FCRAM make it an ideal design choice for mobile applications such as cellular phones.
30 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Release H.264 Format Video-Processing LSI Chip Supporting High-Definition and Low Power Consumption
Tokyo, November 30, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a new large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) chip capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video, in H.264 format. The new LSI chip, to be released in March 2007, is based on a H.264 processing algorithm developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and integrates Fujitsu's high-performance audio and video processing technology with its 90nm process technology. This is the industry's first such chip to support H.264 High Profile, Level 4.0 standard used in next-generation DVDs. This LSI enables high-resolution recording, playback, and transmission of high-definition video on audio-visual products such as surveillance cameras, hard disk recorders, and home network equipments.
28 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Develops Optical Element for Thermal Assisted Magnetic Recording
Sunnyvale, CA, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that Fujitsu has developed a multi-layered optical element for thermal assisted magnetic recording. Using this optical element, engineers were able to achieve a sub-hundred nanometer (nm) optical spot size, which is considered an enabling element for the successful deployment of one terabit per square inch recording technology for hard disk drives. This groundbreaking development was presented during the International Symposium on Optical Memory (ISOM) in Japan this past October.
28 November 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Introduces 256Mbit Mobile FCRAM™ Compliant with COSMORAM Rev.4
Singapore, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the availability of a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM). The Mobile FCRAM is a pseudo static RAM (PSRAM) with an SRAM interface on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology, with the advantage of high-speed operation together with low power consumption, making it especially well-suited for mobile applications such as cellular phones.
28 November 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces 256Mbit Mobile FCRAM™ Compliant with COSMORAM Rev.4
Langen, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe GmbH (FME) today announced the availability of a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM). The Mobile FCRAM is a pseudo static RAM (PSRAM) with an SRAM interface on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology. The device has the advantage of high-speed operation together with low power consumption, making it especially well-suited for portable applications such as mobile phones.
30 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Advantest Establish Joint Venture for LSI Prototyping Services: e-Shuttle, Inc.
Tokyo, October 30, 2006 – Tokyo, October 30, 2006 - Fujitsu Limited and Advantest Corporation today announced their agreement to establish on November 1 a new joint venture, e-Shuttle, Inc., to provide prototyping services for leading-edge large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) semiconductors. e-Shuttle will use electron beam direct lithography technology that combines advanced semiconductor process technologies with electron beam exposure systems, to provide new LSI prototyping services for 65nm process technology. The services are scheduled to start in the first half of fiscal 2007 (April - September).
18 October 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Unveils WiMAX Strategy Encompassing Silicon, Systems and Services
Singapore, October 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced that Fujitsu Network Communications and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. have articulated a comprehensive WiMAX strategic vision that includes development of every major component in the WiMAX network, including silicon solutions, electronic devices, radio access network solutions, professional services and backhaul infrastructure solutions. Backed by the Fujitsu global presence and leadership in the development of next generation networks, the Fujitsu WiMAX solution will allow carriers to work with one strategic partner for broadband wireless networks, helping them offer the leading-edge services consumers are demanding for anytime, anywhere voice, video and data communications.
17 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Display New 20-port, 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip, Release ATCA Implementation Backgrounder at ATCA Summit 2006
Santa Clara, CA, October 17, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will exhibit its recently launched 20-port, 10 Gbps Ethernet switch chip, and make available a new technology backgrounder on implementing the switch IC, at the AdvancedTCA Summit in Santa Clara Marriott, Santa Clara, California. Fujitsu will also speak on the basics of ATCA and its implementation in 10 GbE backplane interconnects.
16 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Extends Family of Graphics Display Controllers with New Version for Vehicle Navigation Systems
Detroit, MI, October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the newest member of its industry-leading family of graphics display controllers (GDCs) for vehicle navigation systems. The new GDC, the MB86297, is optimized for high-end vehicle multimedia and virtual dashboard applications.
16 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New High-Performance, 32-bit Microcontrollers with CAN Support for Advanced Automotive Applications
Detroit, MI , October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced three new high-performance, 32-bit microcontrollers for next-generation automotive applications. The new ICs, part of Fujitsu's MB91460 series, include the MB91F464AA and MB91F465KA, which have been designed for automotive body control applications. The third MCU, the MB91F467RA, was designed for on-board entertainment and information systems. All three MCUs incorporate Controller Area Network (CAN) interfaces and are available now.
16 October 2006 US and Germany: Fujitsu To Introduce New FlexRay Controller, Complete System Solution under "FlexRay™ Made Easy" Program
Detroit, MI and Langen , October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe today introduced a new FlexRay controller, the MB91F465X, at a press conference at Convergence 2006 in Detroit.
11 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Introduce New FlexRay™ Controller, Graphics Display Controller and High-speed 32-bit CAN MCUs for Vehicle Applications at Convergence 2006
Sunnnyvale, CA, October 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will introduce a new FlexRay™ controller and the latest member of its industry-leading family of graphics display controllers (GDCs) for vehicle navigation systems at Convergence 2006 in Detroit Oct. 16-20. Fujitsu also will announce a high-speed 32-bit CAN microcontroller for the automotive market. The company will hold a briefing on new products and technologies for the automotive market on Monday, Oct. 16, beginning at 11 a.m. in media room “A.” Fujitsu will be at booth 819.
11 October 2006 US: Glovia Releases Next Generation Enterprise Solution
Sunnnyvale, CA, October 11, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced the general release of the next generation of its extended ERP solution, glovia.com. The new version, glovia.com v9, builds and expands upon the functionality of previous versions of the product and stems from extensive customer input and direction from Fujitsu, who is not only Glovia's parent company but its largest reseller.
10 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Feature World-class 65-Nanometer Process Technology for Advanced Networking, Mobile Applications at 12th Annual FSA Conference
San Jose, CA, October 10, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in advanced technology, will feature its 65-nanometer process technology at the 2006 Fabless Semiconductor Association Suppliers Expo and Conference in San Jose, October 11. Fujitsu will be at booth 410.
9 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Unveils WiMAX Strategy Encompassing Silicon, Systems and Services
Boston, MA, October 9, 2006 – Fujitsu Network Communications and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. today articulated a comprehensive WiMAX strategic vision that includes development of every major component in the WiMAX network, including silicon solutions, electronic devices, radio access network solutions, professional services and backhaul infrastructure solutions. Backed by the Fujitsu global presence and leadership in the development of next generation networks, the Fujitsu WiMAX solution will allow carriers to work with one strategic partner for broadband wireless networks, helping them offer the leading-edge services consumers are demanding for anytime, anywhere voice, video and data communications.
9 October 2006 US: Solectek Chooses the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC for its SkyWay-MAX Multiservice Access Systems
Boston, MA, October 9, 2006 – Solectek Corporation, a leader in the broadband wireless networking industry, and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of robust and highly integrated wireline and wireless system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for next-generation networks, today announced that Solectek Corporation has selected the MB87M3550 Fixed WiMAX SoC from Fujitsu Microelectronics as the standard silicon for integration into its new WiMAX-compliant series of SkyWay-MAX base stations and subscriber units.
28 September 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Purchase Semiconductor Fabs in Japan from Spansion
Tokyo, September 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has signed an agreement today with Spansion Japan Limited to purchase Spansion Japan's semiconductor fabs in Japan known as JV1 and JV2, located in the city of Aizu-Wakamatsu in Fukushima prefecture of northeastern Japan. As an extension of Fujitsu's ongoing business strategy of focusing on logic large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) devices, in addition to production of advanced logic LSI devices at its 300mm fab in Mie, Japan, as part of its strategy to reinforce its standard logic LSI device business Fujitsu will increase production at JV1 and JV2 with a focus on production of flash memory-embedded microcontrollers that anticipated to see market growth. For the immediate future, Fujitsu will continue to manufacture certain flash memory products for Spansion that are currently manufactured at fabs JV1 and JV2 under their foundry arrangement.
20 September 2006 Japan and US: Fujitsu Licenses MoSys IT-SRAM®Technology for its Leading-Edge 65nm Semiconductor Manufacturing Process
Tokyo and Sunnyvale, September 20, 2006 – MoSys, Inc. [NASDAQ: MOSY], the industry's leading provider of high-density system-on-chip (SoC) embedded memory solutions, and Fujitsu Limited [TSE:6702], a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, announced today an agreement under which MoSys' IT-SRAM-®technology is licensed to Fujitsu on its advanced 65 nanometer (nm) production process.
15 September 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Advantest to Establish Joint Venture to Create Semiconductor Prototypes Using Electron Beam Direct Lithography
Tokyo, September 15, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Advantest Corporation today announced plans to establish a joint venture to create prototype semiconductors by using electron beam direct lithography, a technology that combines 65 nanometer (nm) and 45 nm semiconductor process technologies with electron beam exposure devices. The companies are currently discussing the terms of a formal contract, targeting November for this year for establishment of the joint venture.
12 September 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Announces Reorganisation of its European Semiconductor Business
Munich, September 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces reorganisation of its European semiconductor business with the creation of a Business Unit Graphics Solutions. Around 30 specialists, combining hard- and software design, applications and marketing skills will be based in Neuried, near Munich, Germany.
12 September 2006 US: Fujitsu Now Accepting ASIC Designs for Production Using its 65-Nanometer Process Technology for its North American Customers
Sunnyvale, CA, September 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in ASIC and process technology, is now accepting ASIC designs for production using its 65-nanometer CMOS process technology, the company announced today. Fujitsu has been accepting COT customers for 65nm since the beginning of the year.
12 September 2006 US: New 8-bit MCUs from Fujitsu Provide ADC, LCDC, and High-Speed CPU for Consumer Electronics, Appliance Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, September 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is introducing a new set of 8-bit microcontrollers featuring the high-speed operation, high-speed integrated ADC, and integrated LCD controller (LCDC) required in advanced consumer electronics, digital media equipment and home appliances.
11 September 2006 Japan: Quantum Dot Laser Technology from Fujitsu Laboratories, QD Laser, and University of Tokyo Wins Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Awards 2006 Runner-Up Award for Semiconductors
Atsugi, Japan, September 11, 2006 – Atsugi, Japan, September 11, 2006 - Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that quantum dot laser technology from Fujitsu Laboratories Limited, QD Laser, Inc., and the University of Tokyo has won a Runner-Up award for the Semiconductor category of The Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Awards 2006.
6 September 2006 US, Germany, and the Netherlands: Fujitsu and Hopling Technologies to Bring Linux-based WiMAX Board Support Packages to Market
Sunnyvale, CA, Langen, and Almere, September 6, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME), and Hopling Technologies announced today that the three companies have further enhanced their working relationships by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the mutual goal of enabling faster and smoother integration of the WiMAX baseband system-on-chip (SoC) into a Linux-based wireless equipment environment.
29 August 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces Trio of New Macros for ASIC Designs for 90nm and 110nm
Sunnyvale, CA, August 29, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today expanded its portfolio of IP cores for networking, communications and storage system applications, introducing three new macros for custom ASIC designs.
23 August 2006 US: Fujitsu’s New Fingerprint Sensor IC Features USB 2.0 Compatibility, Pre-boot Authentication from Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
Sunnyvale, CA, August 23, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Phoenix Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:PTEC) today announced that Fujitsu has introduced the latest member of its fingerprint sensor IC technology, the Fujitsu MBF320 Sweep Sensor™. The new MBF320 features TrustedCore pre-boot authentication (PBA), fingerprint-matching algorithms and biometric software from Cogent Systems (NASDAQ:COGT), and a USB 2.0 full-speed interface. The combination of the TrustedCore PBA with the MBF320 fingerprint sensor IC adds a vital new layer of security to PCs, notebooks and tablet PCs.
7 August 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces the Industry's First 20-Port, Ethernet Switch IC with 10Gbps Ethernet Serial Interface for Blade Server, Advanced TCA, Micro TCA, and Data Center Switching
Sunnyvale, CA, August 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. (FLA) today introduced the industry's most powerful 20-port, 10Gbps Ethernet (10GbE) switch IC, the MB8AA3020, designed to meet the performance demands of high-density backplane switching for advanced TCA (ATCA) and micro TCA, blade server, and data center applications.
2 August 2006 US: Fujitsu and Tokyo Institute of Technology Announce the Development of New Material for 256Mbit FeRAM Using 65-nanometer Technology
Sunnyvale, CA, August 2, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced that the Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo-Tech), Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd., and Fujitsu Limited have jointly developed a new material for a new generation of non-volatile Ferroelectric Random Access Memory (FeRAM). The material is a modified composition of Bismuth Ferrite (BiFeO3 or BFO), which enables data storage capacity up to five times greater than the materials currently used in FeRAM production.
21 July 2006 US: Fujitsu To Provide Industry’s First Comprehensive Environment for Statistical Timing Analysis for Submicron Designs
Sunnyvale, CA, July 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced that Fujitsu is the first semiconductor supplier to provide a comprehensive environment for statistical timing analysis for ASIC and COT customers. The new environment enables designers to reduce the design-optimization time in layout designs, by allowing them to calculate the circuit delays using statistical analysis of the impact of process variations.
13 July 2006 Brazil: Fujitsu Introduces New Biometric Security Solution for ATMs in Brazil
Sao Paulo, July 13, 2006 – Fujitsu do Brasil Ltda. today announced PalmSecure™, a new biometric security solution featuring a compact, high-performance sensor that scans palm vein patterns to verify user identification in bank ATM transactions. This pioneering palm vein solution is already being tested internally at Banco Bradesco S.A. ("Bradesco"), the largest private bank in Latin America, with general operation scheduled to start soon.
12 July 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Launches New Image-Processing Chips for Compact Digital Cameras with Video
Tokyo, July 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that from August 1 it will begin sales of two new models, MB91683 and MB91686, in its Milbeaut ™ line of advanced image processing large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) chips for digital cameras.

Archived News January - June 2006

28 June 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces Its Mobile WiMAX System-on-Chip Solution and Roadmap
WCA, Washington, D.C., June 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced its Mobile WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC) solution and roadmap at the Annual Wireless Communications Association Conference 2006. This highly integrated one-chip MAC and PHY mixed signal baseband SoC is designed to optimize both performance and power consumption using Fujitsu's 90nm process technology, and is especially well-suited for PC cards and mobile devices.
28 June 2006 US: Fujitsu Network Communications Adds Airspan AS.MAX WiMAX Products to their Broadband Wireless Portfolio
Washington, D.C., June 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Network Communications Inc., a leading supplier of IT and wireline/wireless networking solutions, announced today the availability of a new WiMAX solution for North American service providers. This end-to-end, turnkey solution combines carrier-class WiMAX products from Airspan Networks (NASDAQ:AIRN) and Network Life Cycle Services from Fujitsu to create a unique broadband wireless solution. Fujitsu and Airspan are both founding and current board members of the WiMAX Forum™ (www.wimaxforum.org), and this is the first system-level agreement between two founding board members.
21 June 2006 US: Fujitsu To Unveil Mobile WiMAX SoC at the 2006 WCA, June 27-30
Sunnyvale, CA, June 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will share details of its emerging mobile WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC) program next week at the Wireless Communications Association (WCA) Conference 2006 in Washington, D.C., June 27-30.
13 June 2006 Japan: Fujitsu, NEC Electronics, Renesas, and Toshiba to Aim for Standardization of Semiconductor Process Technology for Next-Generation LSI
Tokyo, June 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited ("Fujitsu"), NEC Electronics Corporation ("NEC Electronics"), Renesas Technology Corp. ("Renesas"), and Toshiba Corporation ("Toshiba") today announced that they have agreed to seek to define a standard process technology that can be applied to the manufacture of advanced system LSIs at the 45-nanometer (nm)* generation and beyond.
13 June 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Lattice Strengthen Partnership
Tokyo, June 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Lattice Semiconductor Corporation today announced that they have signed a distribution agreement in which Fujitsu Devices Inc. will be added as an authorized distributor of Lattice's FPGA/PLD products in Japan.
13 June 2006 US: Fujitsu To Feature Success at 65-Nanometer Process Technology at Fabless Semiconductor Association Forum June 14
Sunnyvale, CA, June 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will deliver a comprehensive review of its 65-nanometer technology, featuring the company’s fully integrated design solution, at the 2006 FSA Semiconductor Forum, June 14, at the Santa Clara Convention Center.
30 May 2006 US: Fujitsu Finalizes Acquisition of Wi-LAN Intellectual Property Division for WiMAX Products, Extending the Scope of Patent Licenses
Sunnyvale, CA, May 30, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Wi-LAN's IP Division. (See related press release from Wi-LAN on March 20, 2006.) This acquisition includes Wi-LAN's entire technology development division, including all 802.16d-like, standards-based MAC and PHY technologies. Fujitsu Microelectronics has also employed a large group of highly skilled engineers from Wi-LAN and formed a new wholly owned subsidiary, Fujitsu Microelectronics Canada Inc., in Calgary, Canada.
2 May 2006 US: Fujitsu Releases New Technology Backgrounder Entitled "Taking Full Advantage of the FlexRay™ Network for Motor Vehicles"
Sunnyvale, CA, May 2, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading developer of advanced electronics technology for automotive applications, today issued a new technology backgrounder describing the FlexRay™ networking standard for motor vehicles and the benefits it will deliver to the automotive industry.
24 April 2006 US: Fujitsu and Partner Customers to Address Opportunities in Broadband Wireless at Broadband Wireless World 2006
Sunnyvale, CA, April 24, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and five customer partners will showcase the Fujitsu fixed WiMAX SoC and their systems with a variety of applications at the Broadband Wireless World 2006, April 27 to 28, in Las Vegas.
12 April 2006 US: Fujitsu Delivers Keynote, Exhibits Reference Boards at Upcoming Broadband Wireless World Forum 2006
Sunnyvale, CA, April 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced today that two leaders from Fujitsu will keynote the Broadband Wireless World Forum 2006, hosted at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. In addition, the company has released a new technology backgrounder detailing the application of its WiMAX reference design board for systems developers creating WiMAX-compliant subscriber units.
11 April 2006 US: Fujitsu and LSI to Host Web Seminar on the Availability, Proven Interoperability and Benefits of Serial Attached SCSI
Sunnyvale, CA, April 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions today announced the company will join with LSI Logic Corporation (NYSE: LSI) to host a free web seminar on April 20 to discuss the performance and value of SAS storage technology. During this event, attendees will also learn about SAS solutions in the marketplace that are compatible with a wide range of certified enclosures.
29 March 2006 US: Fujitsu to Showcase New Microcontrollers, Graphic Display Controllers, Biometrics at Annual Embedded System Conference in San Jose, Booth 1618
Sunnyvale, CA, March 29, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its new product and technologies including its 8-bit and 32-bit microcontrollers, FlexRay™ ASSPs, 1394 evaluation boards, biometric sensor ICs and graphics display controllers at the annual Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose April 3-7.
14 March 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New 8-Bit Microcontrollers for Digital Audio-Visual Systems, Household Appliances
Sunnyvale, CA, March 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of low-power, high-speed microcontrollers for appliances and consumer electronics, today introduced a pair of new 8-bit MCUs for digital audio-video applications, portable radios, and household appliances.
14 March 2006 US: Fujitsu to Demonstrate Innovation at Work at TelecomNEXT 2006 in Las Vegas
Richardson, TX, March 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Network Communications Inc., a leading supplier of IT and wireline/wireless networking solutions, will be demonstrating and discussing "Innovation at Work" at the upcoming TelecomNEXT 2006 conference and exhibition in Las Vegas, Nev. In addition to the Fujitsu booth where all solutions will be discussed (No. 1337), Fujitsu will also participate in a panel discussion in the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) booth (No. 2204). For more information on this exciting new event, please visit http://www.telecom-next.com. Fujitsu will be demonstrating its entire portfolio of solutions in its booth, including:
9 March 2006 Japan and Germany: Fujitsu Launches Worldwide Sales of New Compact, High-Performance Palm Vein Biometric Authentication Device
Tokyo and Hannover, March 9, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the joint development and commercial introduction of a significantly more compact and higher performance model of their original award-winning contactless palm vein biometric authentication device. Targeting a major expansion of its biometric security systems business, Fujitsu will market the new device worldwide under the PalmSecure™ brand beginning today.
8 March 2006 US: Fujitsu Launches Its Next-Generation, Compact, High-Performance Palm Vein Biometric Authentication Device
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced the global launch of its new compact and higher performance PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device. Leveraging the dynamic capabilities of the original model, this second generation product boasts a smaller form factor and a significant increase in the authentication speed, as well as other enhanced features.
1 March 2006 Japan: Yokogawa and Fujitsu to Form Strategic Partnership
Tokyo, March 1, 2006 – Yokogawa Electric Corporation and Fujitsu Limited today announced that the two companies have agreed to form a strategic partnership to jointly develop core system technologies and key components, focusing on high-speed optical-electronic device technologies. The technologies developed through this new partnership will be applied to ultra high-speed optical transmission systems.
28 February 2006 US: Fujitsu to Discuss Market Impact of Wireless Trends at the 2006 Jefferies Wireless Broadband Conference
New York City, NY, February 28, 2006 – Fujitsu is a leading supplier of wireless, wireline and IT networking solutions, and offers flexible WiMAX System on Chip (SoC) and reference designs for WiMAX-certifiable systems. Tomorrow, Fujitsu will discuss their observations of carrier trends in WiMAX and alternative wireless technologies during the 2006 Jefferies Wireless Broadband Conference in New York City. For more information about Jefferies or the 2006 Jefferies Wireless Broadband Conference, please visit www.jefferies.com.
23 February 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New Graphics Display Controller for Vehicle Navigation Systems, Best Suited for North American Automotive Market Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, February 23, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today extended its global leadership in graphics display controllers (GDCs) for automotive applications, introducing a new, cost-efficient version for the mid-range vehicle market in North America.
15 February 2006 Japan: Toshiba, NEC Electronics and Fujitsu Announce Agreement on "COSMORAM Rev. 4" Common Pseudo SRAM Specifications for Mobile Devices
Tokyo, February 15, 2006 – Toshiba Corporation, NEC Electronics Corporation, and Fujitsu Limited today announced that they have reached an agreement on standard interface specifications known as COSMORAM (COmmon Specifications for MObile RAM) Rev. 4, for Pseudo Static Random Access Memory (PSRAM) for use in mobile devices. Based on these specifications, each of the three companies will independently begin production and sales of PSRAM devices, with products scheduled to be available from each company from March 2007.
13 February 2006 Japan: NTT DoCoMo, Renesas, Fujitsu, Mitsubishi Electric and Sharp to Jointly Develop Platform for W-CDMA Handsets
Tokyo, February 13, 2006 – NTT DoCoMo, Inc., Renesas Technology Corp., Fujitsu Limited, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Sharp Corporation today announced that they will jointly develop a comprehensive mobile phone platform combining a single-chip LSI for dual mode handsets supporting HSDPA/W-CDMA and GSM/GPRS/EDGE, and core software such as operating systems. The new mobile phone platform will help accelerate the global adoption of W-CDMA services including FOMA™, and lower the costs of these handsets. The companies expect to have the platform developed around Q2/FY2007 (July-September).
6 February 2006 US: Fujitsu to Highlight New 65-Nanometer Process Technologies, 10 Gigabit Ethernet and the WiMAX SoC at Annual DesignCon 2006, Booth 641
Sunnyvale, CA, February 6, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature its new 65-nanometer process technology at the annual DesignCon in Santa Clara, February 6-9, showing how the company's leading-edge manufacturing technologies enable a new generation of advanced products such as its 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch ICs and WiMAX system-on-chip devices.
16 January 2006 US: Fujitsu To Discuss Carrier WiMAX Migration and Optical Solutions at WCA International Symposium & Business Expo
Richardson, TX, January 16, 2006 – Fujitsu is a leading supplier of IT and wireline/wireless networking solutions, and offers flexible WiMAX System on Chip (SoC) and reference designs for WiMAX-certifiable systems. As a gold sponsor of the 12th annual Wireless Communications Association (WCA) International Symposium and Business Expo being held January 17-20, 2006 in San Jose, Fujitsu will present the benefits of migrating to WiMAX, as well as showcase optical solutions and comprehensive network services in booth #114. For more information about the WCA or their International Symposium and Business Expo, please visit http://www.wcai.com.
12 January 2006 US: Air Broadband Communications to Use the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC for Its New WiMAX Access Control Routers and Base Stations
Sunnyvale, CA, January 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Air Broadband Communications, Inc., an innovative supplier of wireless switches and management systems for Wi-Fi and WiMAX networks, today announced that Air Broadband has selected the Fujitsu WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC) for its new wireless IP switch-router implementations for WiMAX Access Control Routers (ACR) and base stations.
12 January 2006 US: Fujitsu to Demonstrate its Newest WiMAX System at WCA's 12th Annual International Symposium, January 17-19, Booth 110
Sunnyvale, CA, January 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will demonstrate its newest WiMAX reference design system at the 12th annual Wireless Communications Association (WCA) International Symposium, January 17-19, at the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose.
11 January 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Construct New Fab for Logic Chips Employing 65nm Process Technology and 300mm Wafers
Tokyo, January 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will construct a new fab to mass-produce logic semiconductors employing leading-edge 65-nanometer (nm) process technology and 300 millimeter (mm) wafers. The fab will be constructed at Fujitsu's Mie semiconductor plant, in Mie prefecture of central Japan, as the second 300mm fab of the plant and will be referred to as 300mm Fab No.2. In addition to accommodating increasing demand for semiconductors produced using advanced processes through construction of the new fab, by offering high-performance products based on leading-edge technology and providing optimized solutions that maximize its technical expertise, Fujitsu will make every effort to continue to be a trusted business partner to its customers.
11 January 2006 US: Fujitsu Outlines Benefits of 10-Gigabit Ethernet in ATCA Applications, Advanced Enterprise and Network Systems
Sunnyvale, CA, January 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has issued a new technical paper detailing the use of its 10-Gigabit Ethernet switching technology for applications based on the Advanced Mezzanine Cards (AMC) and the underlying Advanced Telecom Computing Architecture (ATCA), such as wireless backhaul, wireless base stations, IPTV, and routers.

Archived News July - December 2005

22 December 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Wins Contract for World's First Library System Using Palm Vein Authentication Technology
Tokyo, December 22, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has been awarded a contract by Naka city in Ibaraki prefecture of Japan, to construct a system utilizing Fujitsu's biometric palm vein authentication technology for the city's new public library scheduled to open in October 2006. The library system is the world's first of its kind.
8 December 2005 US and China: Fujitsu Wins Two Product Awards from 2005 EDN China Innovation Program
Sunnyvale, CA and Shanghai, December 8, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. and Fujitsu Microelectronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. today announced that Fujitsu has been named a 2005 EDN China Innovation Award winner in two major categories, Networking and Communications, and Consumer Electronics.
5 December 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Develops GaN HEMT Technology for Next-generation Mobile Phone Base Station Amplifiers
Kawasaki, December 5, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the development of the world's first gallium nitride (GaN) high electron-mobility transistor (HEMT) with insulated gates capable of practical output levels of 100 watts (W) or higher. By reducing gate leakage current to less than one-one millionth that of conventional levels, the technology paves the way for high-efficiency operation of high power GaN HEMT amplifiers of next-generation mobile phone base stations.
5 December 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Pioneers Use of Carbon Nanotubes for Heatsinks for Semiconductors
Tokyo, December 5, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories, Ltd. today announced that they have succeeded in the world's first development of carbon nanotube-based heatsinks for semiconductor chips. The use of carbon nanotubes as heatsinks for high-frequency high power amplifiers successfully achieves heat dissipation and high amplification simultaneously.
30 November 2005 Germany: Fujitsu Demonstrates World's First Complete Video Streaming Solution over Optical Network and WiMAX
Frankfurt, November 30, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) announced the successful demonstration of a fully functional, IP-based video-on-demand application at the Wireless Broadband Forum in Cambridge, UK. The solution combined FME’s AXEL-F, ETHOS and WiMAX devices to deliver a high-resolution video-stream from a server across optical and wireless networks to an end user.
23 November 2005 Germany: Fujitsu Announces Micro Multi-Service Provisioning Platform Demo and Evaluation System based on the ETHOS
Frankfurt, November 23, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has announced the availability of the ETHOS MB87M2181 Evaluation Platform -- a highly integrated system that allows ODMs and OEMs to rapidly prototype a compact micro Multi-Service Provisioning Platform (micro MSPP) using the highly integrated Fujitsu ETHOS device.
14 November 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Develops High-Quality Video Compression Technology Conforming to H.264 Standard
Kawasaki, Japan, November 14, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the development of core circuitry technology for video compression and decompression that features high-quality video processing and operation with world-class ultra-low power consumption of less than 100 milliwatts. The new technology enables prolonged recording of high-quality video for digital devices that employ flash memory or hard-disk drives (HDDs) for recording, such as digital cameras and video camcorders. Fujitsu's new video compression and decompression technology conforms to the latest H.264 international standard for video compression, which is expected to attract wide attention in the future for next-generation DVDs and terrestrial digital broadcasting for mobile devices.
7 November 2005 US: Fujitsu to Demonstrate WiMAX Reference Design with Video Streaming, Web Browsing at the Global WiMAX Summit in China, Beijing, November 10-11
Sunnyvale, CA, November 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics, a leader in broadband wireless technology development, will demonstrate video streaming, web browsing and file transfer using its new WiMAX Reference Design Kit at the Global WiMAX Summit in China 2005, Beijing, November 10-11, at booth #5.
2 November 2005 Japan and US: Fujitsu to Manufacture Leading-edge 3D Graphics Processors for S3 Graphics
Fremont, California, November 1, 2005 and Tokyo, November 2, 2005 – 3 Graphics and Fujitsu Limited today announced that Fujitsu will be producing the new range of S3 Graphics' high performance graphics processors, which leverage Fujitsu's 90 nanometer (nm) process technology to enable the realization of graphics processors that feature high speeds and industry-leading performance per watt.
2 November 2005 US: The Fujitsu WiMAX System-on-Chip Sets Pace in Broadband Wireless Equipment as Leading Customers Introduce New Indoor Subscriber Station Equipment
Sunnyvale, CA, November 2, 2005 – Fujitsu's pacesetting WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC), which was introduced in April 2005, has emerged as an industry leader in broadband wireless semiconductor technology, following the recent announcements by two leading system developers of indoor, self-install subscriber station equipment.
25 October 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Palm Vein Authentication Technology Wins The Wall Street Journal 2005 Technology Innovation Award for Security in Networks
Kawasaki, Japan, October 25, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories, Ltd. today announced that its palm vein authentication technology has won The Wall Street Journal's 2005 Technology Innovation Award, for Security in Networks. Fujitsu's palm vein authentication technology is a biometric technology that recognizes the unique vein pattern of a person's palm, as a highly secure means of personal identification. This technology is extremely difficult to forge compared to other methods of biometric security, since palm vein patterns are internal to the body. Fujitsu's palm vein authentication technology is also hygienic, as the scanning is contactless, thereby requiring no direct surface contact with the scanning device even when used in public applications. Fujitsu has commercialized this technology, which thus far has been implemented in bank ATMs, for room entry access in hospitals and residential condominiums, and for access to personal records and transcripts at academic institutions.
25 October 2005 US: Fujitsu Features its WiMAX Reference Design Kit at the WiMAX World in Boston, October 26-28, Booth 316
Sunnyvale, CA, October 25, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of robust wireline and wireless solutions that boost next-generation communications networks, will feature its WiMAX reference design kit at the WiMAX World Conference and Exposition 2005 at Boston's Seaport Hotel and World Trade Center, October 26 through 28.
20 October 2005 US: Fujitsu To Discuss “WiMAX Business Models” and Global Perspective at WiMAX World Conference and Exposition
Richardson, TX, October 20, 2005 – Fujitsu is a leading supplier of IT and wireline/wireless networking solutions, and offers flexible WiMAX System on Chip (SoC) and reference designs for WiMAX-certifiable systems. As a platinum sponsor of the second annual WiMAX World Conference and Exposition, which is being held next week in Boston, Fujitsu will be discussing performance-driven WiMAX solutions that leverage the company's experience and expertise in the networking and communications markets. Jim Orr, principal network architect in the wireless market development group at Fujitsu, will be a key participant in a pre-conference seminar, and present the Fujitsu perspective on the global wireless market. For more information about the conference, please visit http://www.wimaxworld.com.
27 September 2005 Japan and US: Staccato Communications and Fujitsu Announce Joint Marketing of Certified Wireless USB and UWB Products and Sales Agreement for Ripcord™ Family of UWB Products
Tokyo and San Diego, CA, September 27, 2005 – Staccato Communications and Fujitsu Limited today announced the signing of an agreement that will enable Fujitsu Limited to distribute and sell Staccato's Ripcord™ family of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) product solutions for Certified Wireless USB. Under the terms of the non-exclusive sales agreement, Fujitsu has the ability to sell the entire family of Ripcord products, including development kits, software drivers, silicon and System-in-Package (SiP) products, through Fujitsu sales channels. Fujitsu has also retained a license to Staccato's MAC (Media Access Controller) technology for inclusion in Fujitsu ASICs and ASSP product lines requiring Certified Wireless USB functionality. This includes Fujitsu Milbeaut™ products, which hold a large share of the worldwide digital still camera market. Both companies will jointly market Ripcord products worldwide.
18 August 2005 Japan: Meiwa Estate Implements Fujitsu Palm Vein Authentication Technology for Condominium Entrance Access Security
13 July 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Film Substrate-based Bendable Color Electronic Paper featuring Image Memory Function
Tokyo, July 13, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd., Fujitsu Frontech Limited, and Fujitsu Limited today announced their joint development of the world's first film substrate-based bendable color electronic paper with an image memory function. The new electronic paper features vivid color images that are unaffected even when the screen is bent, and features an image memory function that enables continuous display of the same image without the need for electricity. The thin and flexible electronic paper uses very low power to change screen images, thereby making it ideal for displaying information or advertisements in public areas as a type of new electronic media that can be handled as easily as paper.
6 July 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Triples Charging Capacity of Fuel Cells for Mobile Phones
Tokyo, July 6, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced its co-development with NTT DoCoMo of a prototype high-capacity micro fuel cell and the prototype development of an external recharger for FOMA handsets. For the prototype micro fuel cell device, the concentration of the methanol fuel used was raised from 30%, the concentration used for the companies' previous fuel cells, to a remarkably higher concentration of over 99%. This enables the prototype device to charge up to three FOMA handset batteries with just 18 cc of methanol.

Archived News January - June 2005

30 June 2005 UK: Fujitsu Announces Global Launch of its Contactless Palm Vein Authentication Technology
London, June 30, 2005 – Fujitsu Europe Limited, one of the world’s leading suppliers of hard disk drives and computer peripherals and a market leader in document management scanners, today announced its new contactless palm vein authentication device to the EMEA market as part of Fujitsu´s global launch. There is increasing demand worldwide from governments to private sectors (including enterprises and individuals) for leading-edge biometrics security technology. Fujitsu will strive to meet these needs and aim to promote its advanced-security palm vein authentication technology with the goal of creating a de-facto standard in high-security markets.
30 June 2005 Singapore: Fujitsu Announces Global Launch of its Contactless Palm Vein Authentication Technology
Singapore, June 30, 2005 – Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Asia Pte. Ltd. today announced its new contactless palm vein authentication device to the ASEAN market as part of Fujitsu's global launch. There is increasing demand worldwide from governments to private sectors (including enterprises and individuals) for leading-edge biometric security technology. Fujitsu will strive to meet these needs and aim to promote its advanced security palm vein authentication technology with the goal of creating a de-facto standard in high-security markets.
30 June 2005 US: Fujitsu Announces Global Launch of Its Contactless Palm Vein Authentication Technology
San Jose, CA, June 30, 2005 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of hard disk drives and computer peripherals and a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced its new contactless palm vein authentication device to the North American market as part of Fujitsu's global launch. There is increasing demand worldwide from governments to private sectors (including enterprises and individuals) for leading-edge biometric security technology. Fujitsu will strive to meet these needs and aim to promote its advanced security palm vein authentication technology with the goal of creating a de-facto standard in high-security markets.
27 June 2005 US: Fujitsu To Feature WiMAX-Compliant Boards from Leading Partners and Customers at Annual WCA in Washington, D.C. June 28-July 1
Washington, D.C., June 27, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature WiMAX-compliant boards for base station and subscriber station applications built using the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC at the annual WCA Symposium at the Marriott Wardman in Washington, D.C., June 28-July 1.
27 June 2005 US: MiTAC Technology Chooses the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC To Design and Manufacture Cost-Efficient WiMAX Customer Premise Equipment
Washington, D.C., June 27, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of robust wireline and wireless solutions that enhance the performance of next-generation communications networks in North America, and MiTAC Technology Corporation (MTC), a leader in the electronics original design manufacturing industry, today announced that MiTAC will use the Fujitsu WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC) to develop and manufacture MiTAC's WiMAX Customer Premise Equipment (CPE). Fujitsu has shipped its WiMAX SoCs, the MB87M3400, to MiTAC to incorporate them into MiTAC's CPEs.
22 June 2005 Japan: Chiba Institute of Technology To Implement World's First Student I.D. System Using Fujitsu Palm Vein Authentication Technology with Smart Cards to Securely Access Student Records
Tokyo, June 22, 2005 – Chiba Institute of Technology, Fujitsu Limited, and Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. today announced that the Chiba Institute of Technology will deploy the world's first student I.D. system that combines contactless palm vein authentication technology from Fujitsu and multi-functional smart cards manufactured by Dai Nippon Printing (DNP), to verify the identity of students and enable them to securely access their academic transcripts and other personal records through information kiosk terminals installed at various set locations on campus. This system will be operating from July 1, 2005.
9 June 2005 Japan and US: Fujitsu and Synplicity Launch Amplify AccelArray Pro Software
Tokyo and Sunnyvale, CA, June 9, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited, Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), and Synplicity, Inc. today announced the availability of Synplicity's new Amplify® AccelArray™ Pro software, a physical synthesis solution uniquely optimized for Fujitsu AccelArray structured ASIC devices.
25 May 2005 US: Fujitsu Announces the Latest Version of 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip
Sunnyvale, CA, May 25, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. (FLA), innovators in advanced networking technology, today introduced the latest version of the single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet switch with advanced security, data-reliability and aggregation features, and leaner power requirements.
11 May 2005 Japan: The University of Tokyo Hospital Deploys Fujitsu's Contactless Palm Vein Authentication Technology for Room Access Security
Tokyo, May 11, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced its development of a room access security system utilizing its contactless palm vein authentication technology, for the room access security of the Department of Planning, Information and Management of the University of Tokyo Hospital. The University of Tokyo Hospital's deployment represents the world's first implementation of Fujitsu's palm vein authentication technology by a university or hospital for room access security.
21 April 2005 US: Fujitsu and SiGe Semiconductor Collaborate to Deliver WiMAX Reference Design for the 3.5GHz Band
Las Vegas, NV, April 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and SiGe Semiconductor, Inc. today announced the availability of a complete reference design that will provide manufacturers with a production-ready blueprint for the development of WiMAX™-capable broadband wireless access systems.
21 April 2005 US: Fujitsu and Wi-LAN Deliver Industry Leadership in WiMAX-Compliant Broadband Wireless Technology
Las Vegas, NV, April 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Wi-LAN Inc. will demonstrate Wi-LAN's Libra MXTM network system, using the Fujitsu WiMAX System-on-Chip (SoC), MB87M3400, in the Fujitsu booth #205 at the seventh annual Broadband Wireless World in Las Vegas, April 21-22. Fujitsu will also introduce its WiMAX SoC at a press conference at the show on April 21. The event will take place in the Genoa Room in Caesar's Palace, from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
21 April 2005 US: Fujitsu Announces New Highly Integrated WiMAX SoC, Assumes Industry Leadership in IEEE 802.16 Technology
Las Vegas, NV, April 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced its highly integrated WiMAX system-on-chip, the MB87M3400, which complies with the IEEE802.16-2004 standard and will enable development of a new generation of WiMAX-compliant broadband wireless access
21 April 2005 US: ZTE Corporation and Fujitsu Collaborate on WiMAX-Compliant Technology
Las Vegas, NV, April 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a world leader in complex system-on-chip development and pioneer in the development of WiMAX broadband wireless access semiconductor technology, and ZTE Corporation, the largest listed telecommunications systems supplier in China, today announced that ZTE is working with Fujitsu to deploy its WiMAX-certifiable equipment based on Fujitsu's highly integrated WiMAX SoC, the MB87M3400.
7 April 2005 US: Fujitsu Microelectronics of America Names Kazuyuki Kawauchi New President, Chief Executive Officer
Sunnyvale, CA, April 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that Kazuyuki Kawauchi has been named president and chief executive officer. Kawauchi assumes his new post effective April 1, the beginning of the company's fiscal year. He replaces Kazuo "Ken" Iida, who becomes an advisor to Fujitsu Microelectronics America and will remain in the United States for a year.
5 April 2005 Japan: Staccato and Fujitsu Jointly Develop Industry's First Wireless USB-Enabled Digital Still Camera Development Platform
Tokyo, April 5, 2005 – Staccato Communications, Inc. and Fujitsu Limited today announced their joint development of a wireless universal serial bus (USB) demonstration system comprised of Staccato's new Ripcord™ UWB Development Kit (SC3100D) and the Fujitsu digital still camera (DSC) development platform. This system will be the first demonstration to show wireless USB connectivity to DSCs, one of the most popular applications of wireless USB.
21 March 2005 US: Fujitsu to Exhibit Advanced 12-Port, 10 Gigabit/Second Ethernet Switch IC at Server Blade Summit in Santa Clara March 22-24
Sunnyvale, CA, March 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will demonstrate its advanced 12-port, 10Gbps Ethernet switch IC with integrated CX4 PHYs at the Fourth Annual Server Blade Summit Conference at the Santa Clara Marriott, March 22-24.
8 March 2005 US: Fujitsu Fingerprint Sensors Selected by ODI for New Embedded Fingerprint Matching Modules
San Francisco, CA, March 8, 2005 – ODI, a leading developer of cost-effective, highly integrated embedded systems, has selected the Fujitsu fingerprint sensors for its compact, embedded fingerprint-matching modules. ODI has developed embedded modules using both the Fujitsu MBF200 capacitive touch sensor and the patented Fujitsu MBF310 capacitive Sweep Sensor™. The new ODI modules provide OEMs and system integrators with complete, easily integrated solutions, enabling them to add the security and convenience of fingerprint biometrics to a broad range of embedded security and controlled access applications.
7 March 2005 US: Fujitsu Announces that ALT Software Will Develop OpenGL Embedded Software Platform for Fujitsu's Coral-P/PA Graphics Controller
San Francisco, CA, March 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and ALT Software Inc. announced today that ALT Software will provide 2D/3D graphics drivers designed to enable FMA's Coral-P/PA graphics display controller to operate on ALT's OpenGL® and OpenGL ES architectures.
7 March 2005 US: Fujitsu Fingerprint Sensors Selected by Shimon Systems for Verification Reference Design Based on TI's DSP Technology
San Francisco, CA, March 7, 2005 – The Fujitsu MBF200 single touch sensor and MBF310 Sweep Sensor™ have been selected for a new fingerprint-verification reference design module developed by Shimon Systems and based on DSP technology from Texas Instruments Incorporated, it was announced today. (See the March 1, 2005 press release from TI and Shimon.).
7 March 2005 US: Fujitsu Introduces Industry's First 32-bit MCU for Network-Enabled Appliances
San Francisco, CA, March 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a new family of microcontrollers developed for network-enabled household appliances, including the industry's first 32-bit MCUs that incorporate a full range of networking security features, on-board ROM and RAM, and support for IPv6, the next-generation Internet protocol.
7 March 2005 US: Fujitsu Introduces New FlexRay® Evaluation Kit; Designed to Enable Design, Verification Prior to Silicon
San Francisco, CA, March 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today released a new FlexRay® Evaluation Kit, an FPGA-based development platform that enables the design and verification of hardware and software applications before production silicon is available.
7 March 2005 US: Fujitsu to Introduce New 32-bit Networking MCU, FlexRay Board at Annual Embedded Systems Conference, March 8-10
San Francisco, CA, March 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will introduce a new family of microcontrollers for network security applications, along with its new FlexRay® Evaluation Kit, an FPGA-based development platform for vehicle systems, at the annual Embedded Systems Conference at San Francisco's Moscone Center March 8 to 10.
24 February 2005 US: Fujitsu, Signature Sponsor at Broadband Wireless World, to Announce New WiMAX-compliant SoC
Sunnyvale, CA, February 24, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is the Signature Sponsor for the seventh annual Broadband Wireless World, the leading broadband wireless industry conference, scheduled for April 21-22 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Keith Horn, FMA's senior vice president of marketing and sales, will present the conference's keynote address, "WiMAX – a Quantum Leap Forward in Broadband Wireless Communications." Horn, who has worked at Fujitsu for more than a decade in marketing and sales positions in the U.S., U.K., and Germany, is responsible for marketing all FMA products and services.
22 February 2005 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces 32-bit RISC Microcontrollers with External Bus and On-chip Flash for Industrial Applications
Nuremberg, February 22, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics has announced a new feature-rich 32-bit RISC microcontroller series designed to operate at 3.3V. The devices incorporate an external bus for memory expansion or the direct connection of Graphic Display Controllers.
22 February 2005 Germany: Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe Announces FlexRay Evaluation Kit
Nuremberg, February 22, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced the release of a FlexRay® Evaluation Kit. This FPGA-based development platform enables the design and verification of hardware and software applications before production silicon is available, enabling customers to get working FlexRay products to market in the fastest possible time.
9 February 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Technology Enabling Prolonged Viewing of Digital Terrestrial Broadcasts on Mobile Phones
Tokyo, February 9, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a low-power analog to-digital (AD) converter that employs a delta-sigma modulator for mobile phones that are capable of receiving digital terrestrial television and radio broadcasts.
7 February 2005: Basic Agreement for the Transfer of Flat Panel Display Manufacturing Equipment Operations
February 7, 2005 – ULVAC, Inc. (Representative Director, President and CEO, Kyuzo Nakamura; headquarters: Chigasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan; hereafter referred to as "ULVAC"), Fujitsu Limited (Representative Director, Hiroaki Kurokawa; headquarters: Minato Ward, Tokyo, Japan; hereafter referred to as "Fujitsu") and its wholly owned subsidiary, Fujitsu VLSI Limited (Representative Director, Hitoshi Takahashi; headquarters: Kasugai City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan; hereafter referred to as "Fujitsu VLSI") have reached basic agreement regarding the transfer of Fujitsu VLSI's manufacturing equipment operations to ULVAC.
7 February 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Multi-core Processor for High-Performance Digital Consumer Products
Tokyo, February 7, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories, Ltd. today announced the development of a single-chip multi-core processor designed for image processing use in high-performance digital consumer products, that is equipped with four FR-V processor cores (FR550) with operation frequencies of 533 megahertz (MHz). Using software only, the new multi-core processor features image processing functionality at speeds of 51.2 GOPS (giga operations per second) and data transfer performance at speeds of 1 gigabyte per second (GB/s), both which are four or more times greater than that of the conventional FR-V processor. This new multi-core processor is suited for wide application, in that by utilizing only software it enables image processing that in the past required customized large-scale integrated circuit chips (LSIs), and offers high performance and flexibility to adapt easily to specification modifications, version upgrades, and added features.
7 February 2005 Japan: Sharp and Fujitsu Announce Agreement on Transfer of Fujitsu's LCD Business
Tokyo, February 7, 2005 – Sharp Corporation and Fujitsu Limited today announced that they have entered into a basic agreement regarding the transfer of Fujitsu's liquid crystal display (LCD) operations to Sharp. The agreement calls for Fujitsu to transfer to Sharp the LCD research and development, manufacturing and sales operations of its consolidated subsidiary, Fujitsu Display Technologies Corporation (FDTC), along with related R&D equipment at Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. As a result of the transfer, Sharp is expected to take on FDTC's personnel and Yonago Plant in Tottori Prefecture, as well as Fujitsu Laboratories' personnel involved in FDTC-related R&D, and related intellectual property rights held by the Fujitsu Group. Sharp and Fujitsu are now discussing details of a definitive agreement, which they expect to complete in March.
3 February 2005 Germany: Fujitsu Announces Hybrid Ethernet and Metro ADM Chip for Gigabit Ethernet and PDH Transport
Frankfurt, February 3, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today rolls out its ETHOS (ETHernet Over SDH/SONET) device, a pioneering product for full-rate Gigabit Ethernet and E1/DS1 access in Metro and Access networks, designed in collaboration with AimCom, a leading-edge design and development company specialising in Next Generation Carrier Class Optical Networking, based in The Netherlands.
2 February 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Announces Agreement with Hitachi on Plasma Display Panel Business
Tokyo, February 2, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has reached a basic agreement with Hitachi, Ltd. regarding Fujitsu's transfer to Hitachi of 30.1% of the issued shares in their joint venture company, Fujitsu Hitachi Plasma Display Limited (FHP), along with related plasma display panel (PDP) intellectual property rights. The companies intend to sign a formal agreement finalizing the arrangements by the end of March, at which time the specified intellectual property rights will be transferred to Hitachi. After providing financial support aimed at eliminating FHP's excessive debt, the companies plan to complete the transfer of shares, following which FHP will become a consolidated subsidiary of Hitachi.
1 February 2005 Japan: Fujitsu to Use Biodegradable Plant-based Materials for All of Its Embossed Carrier Tape Used in Packing for Reel-based Shipment of LSIs
Tokyo, February 1, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will shift completely to the use of biodegradable plant-based materials for the manufacture of embossed carrier tape, used for packing large-scale integrated circuit chips (LSIs) when shipping them on reels (Figure 1, Figure 2). Fujitsu expects an 11% reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by employing biodegradable plant-based materials to produce embossed carrier tape, in place of polystyrene, a material which was conventionally used in the industry
26 January 2005 Japan: Fujitsu Announces FlexRay License Agreement with Bosch
Tokyo, January 26, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the acquisition of a license to use the FlexRay™ (*1) Communication Controller IP-Module from Robert Bosch GmbH. The license will allow Fujitsu to embed precision-designed FlexRay IP into its automotive control MCUs (*2) and quickly bring to market high-quality next-generation products.
26 January 2005 Germany and US: Fujitsu Announces FlexRay License Agreement with Bosch
Frankfurt and Sunnyvale, CA, January 26, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced that Fujitsu acquired a license to use the FlexRay® Communication Controller IP module from Robert Bosch GmbH. The license will allow Fujitsu to embed precision-designed FlexRay IP into its automotive-control MCUs and quickly bring to market high-quality next-generation products.
21 January 2005 Japan and Germany: Fujitsu and HHI Develop World's First Ultra High-Speed Optical Fiber Switch with Power Amplification Features
Tokyo and Berlin, January 21, 2005 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich-Hertz-Institut (HHI) today announced their development of the world's first ultra high-speed optical fiber switch with optical amplification features using nonlinear optical effects of optical fiber, and succeeded in ultra high-speed optical signal processing at 640 gigabits per second (Gbps). The newly developed optical fiber switch features amplification capabilities of 100 times and more over a wide wavelength range, and enables ultra high-speed switching at over 1 terabit per second.
14 January 2005 US: Fujitsu Delivers New Catalog on High-Speed, Direct Thermal Printer Mechanisms
Sunnyvale, CA, January 14, 2005 – A new, comprehensive catalog designed to assist customers in selecting micro line thermal printers is now available from Fujitsu Components America, Inc.
5 January 2005 Japan and U.S.: Fujitsu and Staccato Communications Partner to Offer All-CMOS Single-Chip Wireless USB
Tokyo and San Diego, January 5, 2005 – Fujitsu Limited and Staccato Communications, Inc. today announced a partnership under which they will provide all-CMOS, single-chip wireless universal serial bus (USB) and ultra-wideband (UWB) solutions for the global marketplace.
5 January 2005 US: Fujitsu to Feature Latest WiMAX Technology at WCA's 11th Annual International Symposium and Business Expo
Sunnyvale, CA, January 5, 2005 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in the development of WiMAX broadband wireless access technology, will play a prominent role at the 11th annual International Symposium and Business Expo, January 12-15 at the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose.

Archived News July - December 2004

21 December 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Breakthrough Technology for Low-Cost Production of Gallium-Nitride HEMT
Tokyo, December 21, 2004 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a technology that enables low-cost production of gallium-nitride (GaN)(*1) high electron mobility transistors (HEMT)(*2), a key technology in mobile base station amplifiers for 3G and future generations. This breakthrough technology reduces GaN HEMT production costs to less than one-third that of conventional levels, thereby contributing to the realization of lower-cost GaN HEMT-based amplifiers.
17 November 2004 USA: Fujitsu Launches High-Capacity, Next-Generation Non-Volatile Memory
Sunnyvale, CA, November 17, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced its 1MBit FRAM (Ferroelectric Random Access Memory), the highest-ever capacity FRAM ever developed. The new FRAM also features high-speed read-and-write operations, low power consumption, and high endurance.
15 November 2004 United Kingdom: Fujitsu Issues the Second White Paper on WiMAX: "RF Spectrum Utilization in WiMAX"
Cambridge, November 15, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has issued a new White Paper, "RF Spectrum Utilization in WiMAX," focusing on the WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) standard and its implementation. Fujitsu's first White Paper, "WiMAX Technology and Deployment for Last-Mile Wireless Broadband and Backhaul Applications," was published in August 24, 2004.
9 November 2004 Germany: Freescale Semiconductor and Fujitsu Cooperate to Deliver Hyundai Autonet's NAVI System
Munich, November 9, 2004 – Freescale Semiconductor (NYSE:FSL) and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) are cooperating to deliver highest-performance embedded solutions for in-vehicle navigation, infotainment and driver information systems (DIS), as well as industrial control.
9 November 2004 Germany: Fujitsu Launches High-Capacity Next Generation Non-volatile Memory
Munich, November 9, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe launches its 1MBit FRAM, the highest ever capacity for FRAM non-volatile memory, also featuring high speed read and write operations, low power consumption, and high endurance.
9 November 2004 Germany: Fujitsu Partners with AimCom to Bring World Class Telecommunications Products to Market
Munich, November 9, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has signed an agreement to partner with AimCom, a leading edge design and development company specialising in Next Generation Carrier Class Optical Networking, based in The Netherlands.
9 November 2004 Germany: Fujitsu Presents First MOST ® Car Infotainment Product
Munich, November 9, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is demonstrating on its stand at Electronica, the first complete solution designed using its components for a MOST (Media Oriented System Transport) Multimedia Car Infotainment system.
8 November 2004 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces New 128Mbit Mobile FCRAM Complying with COSMORAM Rev.3
Munich, November 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe today announced the sample availability of a new 128Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM™ device that adopts burst mode operations complying with Common Specifications for Mobile RAM (COSMORAM) Revision 3, for use in mobile phone applications. The device's high-speed performance and large density make it ideal for 3G mobile phone vendors looking to provide advanced applications.
8 November 2004 USA: Fujitsu Introduces New 128Mbit Mobile FCRAMTM for Advanced Cellular Phone Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, November 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced the sample availability of a new 128Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM™) device that adopts burst mode operations complying with Common Specifications for Mobile RAM (COSMORAM) Revision 3, for use in mobile phone applications. The device's high-speed performance and density make it ideal for advanced applications in 3G mobile phones.
8 November 2004 USA: Fujitsu Introduces Revolutionary 10Gb Ethernet Switches in the North American Market
SC2004 Pittsburgh, PA, November 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. (FLA) and PFU Systems, Inc. today announced the introduction of two revolutionary Layer 2 10Gb Ethernet switches in the North American market, the XG800 and XG600. These switches are powered by the MB87Q3070, which is the world's first single-chip, 12-port 10Gb Ethernet switch chip. The MB87Q3070, which was developed by FLA, is a highly integrated VLSI device that significantly lowers the power and space requirements for high-port density 10Gb Ethernet switch implementations. This switch chip makes the XG800 and XG600 the lowest latency and most compact, affordable and power efficient Layer 2 10Gb Ethernet switches in the market. The XG800 and XG600 will be sold in North America by PFU Systems, Inc., the U.S. unit of PFU Ltd., a Fujitsu group company.
25 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Develops World's First Ultra Wide Band Ring Filter; UWB Plane Antenna with World's Highest-Class Characteristics Per Unit Area
Sunnyvale, CA, October 25, 2004 – Fujitsu Component Ltd. [Head Office: 2-3-5 Higashi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Capital: 2,764 Million ¥, President: Tozo Ono ] announced at the IEIEC Society Conference, held in Tokushima, Japan, September 21-24, that it has developed the world's first UWB (Ultra Wide Band) ring filter capable of being pattern-formed onto a printed circuit board (Note 1). It also announced a UWB plane antenna with the world’s highest-class characteristics per unit area (Note 1).
19 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Adds Differential Right-Angle Copper Connector For High-Speed Coplanar and Perpendicular System Expansion
Sunnyvale, CA, October 19, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today expanded the packaging options of its internal microGiGaCN™ (FCN-260) mezzanine connector offering by releasing a high-speed differential signal, right-angle SMT plug connector. With this latest addition, the microGiGaCN series now accommodates co-planar and perpendicular board-to-board connections, in addition to 8mm through and 14mm stacking (mezzanine) applications.
18 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Adds New 32-Bit Microcontrollers to FR60Lite Family
Detriot, MI, October 18, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has added two low-power, single-chip 32-bit microcontrollers to its growing FR60Lite family, adding inverter-control capabilities to offer a flexible level of control for motor-control applications, typically for industrial and home appliances.
18 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Coral PA Graphics Display Controller Leads Geometry-Processing Performance for In-Vehicle Displays
Detroit, MI , October 18, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc (FMA), the industry leader in graphics display controller ICs for vehicle systems, today introduced its latest product, the MB86296 Coral PA, designed to provide automotive-industry OEMs with state-of-the-art capabilities for advanced navigational and video display applications.
18 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Presents FlexRay™ Support Product Plan at Convergence 2004
Detriot, MI, October 18, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe GmbH (FME) today jointly announced Fujitsu's plans to support the FlexRay™ technology at the automotive industry conference, Convergence 2004.
18 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu to Demonstrate New Coral PA Graphics Display Controller, Feature 32-bit FR60Lite Microcontroller and Biometric Sensors, and Introduce FlexRay Plan at Convergence 2004
Detroit, MI, October 18, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), the industry leader in graphics display controller ICs for vehicle systems, will introduce its newest 32-bit Coral PA controller at Convergence 2004 in Detroit October 18-20.
11 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu's New Cat5 Extender Enables Remote KVM Switch Access Up to 200m over Cable
Sunnyvale, CA, October 11, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced the release of its ServisTM Cat5 Extender system that allows a host system's KVM switch to be operated by a remote console with audio support at distances up to 200m away using a Category 5 UTP cable. The modular system provides any size data center with the bandwidth needed to transmit high-quality video and audio over extended distances while simplifying cable management, reducing equipment costs, and allowing system expansion.
4 October 2004 USA: Fujitsu Receives Sun's "Best in Class" Award
Sunnyvale, CA, October 4, 2004 – Citing "exceptional performance in delivering the best customer value and highest product quality," Sun Microsystems Inc., presented Fujitsu Components America, Inc., with a Best in Class award for Sun's fiscal year 2004.
28 September 2004 USA: Fujitsu MBF310 Sweep SensorTM Designed into New JumpDrive® TouchGuardTM USB Flash Drive from Lexar Media
Sunnyvale, CA, September 28, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced today that its MBF310 Sweep SensorTM, powered by algorithms developed by Cogent Systems, has been designed into the JumpDrive® TouchGuardTM, the newest USB portable storage product from Lexar Media.
22 September 2004 USA and Japan: Fujitsu and Synplicity Join Forces to Deliver Customized Amplify Product for Fujitsu AccelArray™ Structured/Platform ASICs
Sunnyvale, CA, September 21, 2004 and Tokyo, September 22, 2004 – Fujitsu Limited, Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Synplicity, Inc., a leading supplier of software for the design and verification of semiconductors, today announced a joint development and marketing agreement to develop a custom physical synthesis product for Fujitsu AccelArray™ structured/platform ASIC devices. Fujitsu and Synplicity will work closely to produce an optimized version of Synplicity's Amplify® physical synthesis software, specifically targeting the AccelArray architecture and enabling greater performance and faster overall timing closure for Fujitsu's devices.
22 September 2004 USA: Fujitsu Continues ASIC Leadership with 90-nanometer CS101 CMOS Standard Cell Series for Mobile, Telecommunications and Networking Markets
Sunnyvale, CA, September 22, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Limited are now developing a total of 13 new high-performance ASICs for a variety of networking, CPU and mobile communications applications using 90-nanometer process technology. Three of the new 90nm ASICs are in production. The new, highly complex designs incorporate between 6 million and more than 25 million logic gates and 20 to 30Mbits of SRAM, in addition to high-speed serial interfaces operating at up to 6.4Gbps.
20 September 2004 USA: Datastrip Selected Fujitsu MBF200 Single-Touch Sensor for its DSVII®-SC Biometric Smart Card Reader
Arlington, VA and Sunnyvale, CA, September 20, 2004 – Datastrip Corporation, a leading provider of software, hardware, and biometric verification devices, has selected the Fujitsu MBF200 single-touch fingerprint sensor for use in its portable biometric smart card reader, the DSVII®-SC.
20 September 2004 USA: Fujitsu Enters New Reseller Agreement with Silex Technology America for Fingerprint Authentication Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, September 20, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and silex technology america, Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of silex technology, Inc., have entered into a new reseller agreement under which FMA’s sales force will market silex fingerprint authentication products throughout North and South America.
20 September 2004 USA: Fujitsu to Demonstrate Fingerprint Sensor ICs at Biometrics Consortium, Sept. 20-22
Arlington, VA, September 20, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will demonstrate its award-winning fingerprint sensor technology at the annual Biometrics Consortium at the Hyatt Hotel, Crystal City, in Arlington, Virginia. The MBF200 single touch fingerprint sensor and the MBF310 Sweep Sensor™ ICs from Fujitsu Microelectronics America will be featured at booth 207 during exhibit hours September 20 through 22.
14 September 2004 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America to Feature Full Set of MCUs, Fingerprint Sensor ICs at Embedded Systems Conference Sept. 13-16
Boston, MA, September 14, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA) will introduce a new microcontroller (MCU) series and demonstrate its complete family of 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit microcontrollers – along with FMA’s innovative fingerprint sensor ICs – at the Embedded Systems Conference Sept. 13-16 at the Hynes Center in Boston.
14 September 2004 USA: New 8-Bit Microcontrollers from Fujitsu Deliver High Performance and Low-Power Consumption for Advanced Consumer Electronics Products
Sunnyvale, CA, September 14, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a series of low-power, high-speed 8-bit microcontrollers for consumer electronics systems and products, delivering instruction cycle time as fast as 100 nanoseconds.
6 September 2004 Japan: Toshiba, NEC Electronics, and Fujitsu Agree on "COSMORAM Rev.3" Common Specifications for PSRAM
Tokyo, September 6, 2004 – Toshiba Corporation, NEC Electronics Corporation, and Fujitsu Limited today announced that they have agreed on standard interface specifications for Pseudo Static Random Access Memory (PSRAM) (*1) with burst mode. Based on the specifications, known as COSMORAM (Common Specifications for Mobile RAM) Rev. 3, each of the three companies will independently begin production and sales of PSRAM devices, with products scheduled to be available from each company starting March 2005.
24 August 2004 USA: Working with Equipment, Infrastructure Vendors on WiMAX-compliant Development
Sunnyvale, CA, August 24, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has begun a comprehensive program to develop an SoC to serve the broadband wireless access market built on the WiMAX (Wireless Microwave Access) standard. FMA is working closely with leading equipment and infrastructure vendors to design the single-chip solution most appropriate for specific deployment in base stations and subscriber stations. FMA is currently targeting an early 2005 launch of a single-chip solution that integrates both PHY and MAC functionality.
6 August 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Technologies Enabling Formation and Multi-layering of High Dielectric Constant Ceramic Film on Resin Circuit Boards
Tokyo, August 6, 2004 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd., in collaboration with the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) of Japan, have jointly developed the world’s first technologies that enable the formation and multi-layering at room temperature of ceramic film with dielectric constant of 400, on resin circuit boards. The new technologies makes it possible to embed passive components such as condensers into printed circuit boards, such as FR4, thereby achieving miniaturization and cost reductions of circuit boards.
4 August 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Ties Global Partnership with Cadence to Create Advanced SoC Design Environments
Tokyo, August 4, 2004 – Fujitsu Limited and Cadence Design Systems, Japan today announced a global partnership agreement under which they will create advanced system-on-chip (SoC) design environments. The design environments resulting from this agreement will further address today's demand for new design methodologies for the development of advanced SoCs.
28 July 2004 USA: Fujitsu Introduces New High-sensitivity GPS/AGPS Chipset for Telematics and Navigation Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, July 28, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a new chipset for the high-sensitivity GPS/AGPS receivers required in communications systems that support telematics and navigation applications for mobile location, tracking and monitoring. The chipset achieves the industry’s highest levels of sensitivity, accuracy and Time-to-First-Fix (TTFF) with low power and a small PCB footprint.
21 July 2004 United Kingdom: Fujitsu Announces a High-sensitivity GPS/AGPS Chipset Aimed at Mobile Handsets and Telematics Applications
London, July 21, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced a 2-chipset solution for high sensitivity GPS/AGPS receivers capable of indoors acquisition. The Fujitsu chipset achieves high performance (sensitivity, accuracy and TTFF) with low power and a small PCB footprint.

Archived News January - June 2004

23 June 2004 Japan: Net-2Com and Fujitsu Develop World's First Wireless IP Handset Enabling Seamless Switching Between Wireless Networks
Tokyo , June 23, 2004 – Net-2Com Corporation and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today jointly announced the development of the world's first wireless IP mobile handset capable of seamless switching between wireless LAN and public wireless networks. The prototype handset features built-in wireless LAN functions and enables free selection of public wireless networks through inserting various CompactFlash® (CF) networking cards, allowing global use. By adopting standard operating systems (OS) for PDAs, this handset supports a wide range of applications including business applications.
7 June 2004 USA: Fujitsu Introduces New 20A Slim Relay for HVAC and Major Appliances
Sunnyvale, CA, June 7, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc., today released a slim, 20A power relay that is targeted primarily to OEMs developing commercial and industrial products.
7 June 2004 USA: Fujitsu to Display New DACs, PLLs and PMICs at Annual IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium
Sunnyvale, CA, June 7, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc (FMA),a leading supplier of analog and mixed signal ICs, will demonstrate its latest Digital-Analog Converters (DACs), Phase Locked Loop (PLL) devices, and Power Management ICs (PMICs) at the annual IEEE MTTS June 8-10 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. FMA also will display its Spread Spectrum Clock Generators (SSCGs) and Radio Frequency ICs (RFICs).
25 May 2004 USA: Fujitsu Announces Production Schedule for Industry's First Conductive Polymer Film Touch Panels
Sunnyvale, CA , May 25, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc., today announced it will begin North American marketing efforts for new resistive touch panels that use an extremely durable conductive polymer film and cost less to produce than conventional resistive touch panels. An industry-first technology developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Component Limited, the custom touch panels will start sampling in early 2005 with production following in Q2 2005.
11 May 2004 USA: Fujitsu Releases X2 Copper Transceiver Module for 10Gbit-CX4 Ethernet Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, May 11, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced the release of a copper electrical transceiver module compliant with the X2 multi-source agreement (MSA) specification Rev. 1.0b. The X2 x-mGC module transmits 10Gb/s Ethernet over 20m of standard InfiniBand copper cable (AWG24) or VSR parallel optics through a single port, offering a cost-effective, standards-compliant product targeted for multiple applications in 10Gb/s enterprise, storage, and telecom markets. Using the imbedded media detect circuit, transmission up to 300 meters over standard multi-mode can also be achieved using Fujitsu's o-MGC optical media converter.
10 May 2004 USA: Fujitsu Delivers Trio of ASICs to Innovative Start-up Greenfield Networks
Sunnyvale, CA, May 10, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has delivered three high-performance ASICs to Greenfield Networks, Inc., the emerging leader in world-class Ethernet switch silicon technology. Greenfield Networks Packetry™ family of Ethernet switching products provides advanced packet processing and traffic management silicon solutions for a broad range of networking applications in enterprise and metro markets.
10 May 2004 USA: Fujitsu to Introduce Industry's First 10Gbps Ethernet Products at Annual Networld+Interop
Las Vegas, NV, May 10, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), Fujitsu Components America, Inc. (FCAI) and Eudyna Devices USA Inc. (EUDU), the new Fujitsu-Sumitomo joint venture (formerly Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc.) will bring the latest 10Gbps networking products and technology to Networld+Interop in Las Vegas May 11-13.
3 May 2004 USA: Fujitsu Brings to Market Copper XENPAK Module for Network/Server Markets
Sunnyvale, CA, May 3, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc., today released a copper XENPAK module (xMGC) that conforms to the new 10GBASE-CX4 specification (IEEE 802.03ak/D4.2) for low-cost 10-Gigabit copper Ethernet. The new module reduces the cost per port by offering a low-cost copper solution that has the flexibility to support VSR parallel optics through a single port.
30 April 2004 USA and Canada: Wi-LAN and Fujitsu Expect to Produce First-to-Market WiMAX Certified System
Sunnyvale, CA and Calgary, April 30, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading global ASIC and semiconductor-solutions provider, and Wi-LAN Inc. (TSX:WIN), a global provider of broadband wireless communications products and technologies, today announced their joint goal to produce the world's first WiMAX Certified* broadband wireless system. System-on-Chip (SoC) engineering samples are planned for the fall of 2004, and the complete system is expected to be available for WiMAX Forum* conformance and interoperability testing in the first half of 2005.
26 April 2004 USA: Fujitsu to Feature Biometric Sensor ICs and Solutions, at Annual CTST in Washington, D.C., April 26-29
Washington, DC, April 26, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will demonstrate its complete family of leading-edge biometric sensor ICs, including fully assembled modules and boards, at the annual CTST Conference April 26-29 in Washington, D.C.
20 April 2004 USA: Fujitsu Expands Its 7-Wire Touch Panel Offering
Sunnyvale, CA, April 20, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced it has expanded its 7-wire resistive touch panel offering with the addition of a 17-inch (diagonal) standard product. The company now offers OEMs and VARs a line of standard 7-wire touch panels ranging in size from 8.4 inches to 17 inches.
5 April 2004 USA: Fujitsu Expands Copper Connector Offering for High-Speed Switching Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, April 5, 2004 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced it has expanded its high-speed copper microGiGaCN™ connector series by adding a vertical board-mount I/O socket. The new socket expands Fujitsu's offering of standard, copper I/O and mid-plane interconnects that comply with InifiBand®, 10G CX4 Ethernet, and 10G Fiber Channel requirements while meeting the needs of other high-speed applications. For distances less than 20m, the microGiGaCN series provides a low-cost alternative to optical fiber.
1 April 2004 USA: Fujitsu Quantum Devices & Sumitomo Electric Industries Consolidate Compound Semiconductors Businesses
San Jose, CA, April 1, 2004 – Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc. announces that its parent company, Fujitsu Quantum Devices Limited (FQD) and the Electron Device Department of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited (SEI-EDD) today consolidated their compound semiconductor device businesses into a joint venture company, Eudyna Devices Inc. Eudyna Devices Inc. will be engaged in everything from development and manufacturing to sales of a wide variety of compound semiconductor devices and will aim to quickly establish the trust of customers as the world’s leader in the field.
24 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu Introduces New 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip Featuring 10GBASE-CX4 Interface Support
Sunnyvale, CA, March 24, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. (FLA) today introduced their second-generation single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet switch, the MB87Q3070, built with the newly developed CX-4 high-speed electrical interface. The switch chip's CX-4 macro allows designers to use copper cabling instead of expensive optical interfaces in the interconnects between the switch chassis, and enables data transfer at distances over one meter in the backplane.
23 March 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First CMOS Selector Chip Operating at 50 Gbps
Tokyo, March 23, 2004 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a selector chip using Fujitsu's CMOS technology capable of record-breaking 50-Gbps throughput. The new technology delivers the benefits of a highly integrated, low-power design in CMOS with the 40-Gbps performance levels required for devices used in high-bandwidth data communications, speeds that previously could only be attained using silicon-germanium chips or other compound semiconductors.
23 March 2004 Japan: Fujitsu to Manufacture Leading-Edge FPGA Products for Lattice Semiconductor
Tokyo, March 23, 2004 – In a press conference today, Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702), a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, and Lattice Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ: LSCC), a leading provider of programmable logic devices, announced an agreement under which Fujitsu Limited will manufacture Lattice Semiconductor's next-generation FPGA (field programmable gate array) products on its leading-edge 130-nanometer (nm) and 90nm CMOS process technologies, as well as a 130nm technology with embedded flash memory being jointly developed by Fujitsu and Lattice.
22 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu Accelerates the Performance of the World's Fastest CMOS 14-bit DAC
Sunnyvale, CA, March 22, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced that the MB86064 dual 14-bit Digital-to-Analog converter (DAC) now features an industry-leading conversion rate of 1GSa/s. The rate has increased from 800MSa/s, and the revised specification retains the MB86064's position as the world's fastest CMOS DAC. (See FMA's related press release dated January 31, 2003.)
19 March 2004 Japan: Fujitsu to Construct New Facility for Mass Production of Logic Chips using 90nm and 65nm Process Technology
Tokyo, March 19, 2004 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has decided to construct a new facility at its Mie semiconductor plant in central Japan to mass-produce logic chips utilizing state-of-the-art 90-nanometer (nm) volume process technology as well as next-generation 65nm technology, and employing large-diameter 300mm wafers.
17 March 2004 Japan: IPFlex and Fujitsu Introduce DAP/DNA®-2, the Dynamically Reconfigurable Processor
Tokyo, March 17, 2004 – IPFlex Inc. and Fujitsu Limited today announced the commercial release of their jointly developed processor, the DAP/DNA®-2 (Digital Application Processor/Distributed Network Architecture), which features a unique ability to dynamically reconfigure its internal circuitry. Employing the newly developed processor enables systems to perform multiple processing tasks with a single-chip solution that previously required several specialized chips.
9 March 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Multi-layer PCB Capable of 5Gbps Transmission and 4000 Pin Mounting
Tokyo, March 9, 2004 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd., Fujitsu Interconnect Technologies Ltd., and Fujitsu Limited today announced the joint development of new manufacturing technologies for large-sized, high-count multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs) that enable support of 5Gigabits per second (5Gbps) high-speed transmission and 4000 pin high-density mounting (0.8mm pitch). Fujitsu's new technologies succeed in improving manufacturing yields and significantly reducing production time for high-count multi-layer PCBs. The technologies were developed for use in such areas as next-generation, high-speed servers and telecommunication base station equipment, which demand fast transmission speeds and high-density mounting.
9 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu’s 10 Gigabit Ethernet Layer-2 Single Chip Switch Will Highlight Server Blade Summit
Sunnyvale, CA, March 9, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will feature the industry's first 12-port, single-chip 10 Gigabit Ethernet Layer-2 switch at the annual Server Blade Summit, March 9-11, at the Wyndham Hotel in San Jose.
8 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics' New Spread Spectrum Clock Generator Reduces EMI at High Frequencies
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2004 – A new series of spread spectrum clock generators (SSCGs) from Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) reduces Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) that results from higher frequency operation and increased IC integration.
8 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics Demonstrates New PLLs, Power Management and Spread Spectrum Clock Generators
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will introduce its newest Phased Lock Loop (PLL) frequency synthesizers and DC/DC converters, along with a new series of Spread Spectrum Clock Generators (SSCGs) at the annual Wireless System Design Conference at the San Diego Convention Center March 8-10.
8 March 2004 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics Introduces New Spread Spectrum Clock Generator (SSCG) Devices
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2004 – A new series of spread spectrum clock generators (SSCGs) from Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) reduces Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) that results from higher frequency operation and increased IC integration.
8 March 2004 USA: New Power-Management Devices for Fast Switching, Miniaturization Requirements by Fujitsu Microelectronics
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced a new set of compact DC/DC converter ICs that provide independent control, soft-starting and fast-switching for communications equipment and consumer products.
8 March 2004 USA: Single-Serial-Input PLL Synthesizers Featuring Low Phase Noise, Supply Current for Mobile Communications
Sunnyvale, CA, March 8, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading supplier of advanced devices for wireless communications applications, today introduced three single-serial-input Phase Locked Loop (PLL) frequency synthesizers featuring very low phase noise.
23 February 2004 USA: Announcement at Optical Fiber Communication Conference 2004
San Jose, CA, February 23, 2004 – Fujitsu Quantum Devices, Ltd.,.Mitsubishi Electric Corp., Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd., Opnext, Inc. and Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., today announced at the Optical Fiber Communication Conference 2004 (OFC 2004) the formation of a Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) to establish compatible sources of 10Gbit/s Transmitter Optical Sub-Assembly (TOSA) and Receiver Optical Sub-Assembly (ROSA) for use in the 10 Gbit/s XFP MSA defined module. This initiative standardizes the common mechanical dimensions, footprint and pin functions of the TOSA/ROSA devices; key compact optical components used in XFP modules.
23 February 2004 USA: Fujitsu Announces a New APD Receiver Optical Sub Assembly
San Jose, CA, February 23, 2004 – Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc. (FCSI) of San Jose, CA announces a new APD Receiver Optical Sub Assembly (ROSA) for 10G Base-ER Ethernet and 10Gb/s SONET / SDH LR2 applications. The APD ROSA is designed for Xenpack, X2 transponder, and XFP transceiver applications. An APD and a TIA are integrated in a small 8 pin package - FRM5N141QW (LC) and FRM5N141QY (SC). Including the receptacle, the package size is W5.7 x H5.7 x L17 mm. The receptacle has a fiber stub to guarantee an optical return loss of 27 dB. A thermistor is also integrated into the package for APD temperature monitoring. The APD ROSA has a high sensitivity of -27 dBm typical and low TIA power consumption of 0.3 W or less.
23 February 2004 USA: Fujitsu Announces a New Modulator Integrated DFB
San Jose, CA, February 23, 2004 – Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc. announces a new Modulator Integrated DFB (MI-DFB*) Laser with an integrated Fabry-Perot etalon for wavelength locking. The FLD5F20CE-Exxxx is for 9.95328 Gb/s Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) applications. The transmission capacity is up to 1600 ps/nm corresponding to 80km. The FLD5F20CE-Exxxx can be tuned to an ITU-T 50GHz spaced channel in the C-band via adjustment of chip temperature with the included TEC. The included wavelength locker allows the output wavelength to be locked to an ITU-T grid channel and to remove any wavelength drift that may arise from the MI-DFB laser over its lifetime or case temperature variations. This device comes in a compact 7 pin package with a GPO connector for modulation voltage. This laser is available at any of the 85 ITU-T channels in the C-band (191.8-196.0 THz).
20 February 2004 USA: Fujitsu Announces a New Driver IC Integrated Modulator
San Jose, CA, February 20, 2004 – Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc. announces a new Driver IC Integrated Modulator Integrated (MI) DFB Laser Diode Module for 80km SONET/SDH applications. The FTM1141GF-C was developed to reduce the size and technical complexity of 10Gb/s Optical Transmitter board designs and includes a driver and MI-DFB laser in one package. This eliminates customer concerns regarding how to handle the RF interfacing between these two components on the board. The FTM1141GF-C has been designed with a differential co-planar electrical interface, which allows for easy interfacing to RF lines on PC boards. The package and pin layout are part of a multi-source agreement. This 1.5um single mode light source operates between 0-75 degC and has optical output power greater than 1dBm.
20 February 2004 USA: Fujitsu Announces New APD/TIA and PIN/TIA Receiver Modules
San Jose, CA, February 20, 2004 – Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor, Inc. (FCSI) of San Jose, CA announces new APD / TIA and PIN / TIA receiver modules with integrated Variable Optical Attenuators (VOA) for 10Gb/s Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) applications. The FRM5N144DS and FRM5J144DS have APD or PIN-PD, TIA and MEMS VOA in an industry standard 16 pin butterfly package. The attenuation range of the VOA is 20 dB or more. The overload characteristics have been improved by integrating VOA because VOA controls optical input power level. As a result of this, the receivers have much wider dynamic range (-24 dBm to +6 dBm for APD / TIA and -18 dBm to +10 dBm for PIN / TIA) than current receivers. And these devices are suitable for 10Gb/s WDM applications for linear operation.
19 February 2004 UK: Fujitsu, OASIS and mycable Present a Multimedia Solution for Car Entertainment Based on MOST® Standard
London, February 19, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe and OASIS SiliconSystems AG, a leader in Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) technology, have formed a collaboration to develop reference designs for Multimedia Car Systems including Fujitsu's MPEG Encoder. The new products are called VideoCompressor 4 MOST and DVDPlayer 4 MOST.
19 February 2004 UK: Fujitsu Introduces New Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Module for Embedded Applications
London, February 19, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe announces a new Bluetooth® surface-mount type wireless technology module (version 1.1 compliant), ideally suited to embedded applications.
19 February 2004 UK: Fujitsu Microelectronics Announces Production Start of 16LX Microcontroller
London, February 19, 2004 – Fujitsu announces a new 16LX microcontroller to complement its portfolio of microcontrollers with Controller Area Network (CAN) interface. This latest product has been designed for automotive body control and comfort applications. In automatic air-conditioning, light control, seat control and sensor systems the product supports driver or passenger comfort and safety features.
19 February 2004 UK: Fujitsu Microelectronics Introduces a Next Generation General Purpose 32-bit RISC Microcontroller
London, February 19, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics announces a new 32-bit RISC microcontroller implemented in 0.25µm CMOS technology and operating at 3.3V. With its flexible configuration, supporting 16-bit/32-bit SDRAMs and numerous other memory interfaces, this new controller is ideal for applications requiring simultaneous implementation of fast data processing and control of peripheral resources.
18 February 2004 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics to Highlight 10-Gigabit Ethernet Technology at OFC 2004
Sunnyvale, CA, February 18, 2004 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in advanced network application-specific semiconductor products for 10Gbps systems, will present the industry's first single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet switch IC at booth 4113 during the annual Optical Fiber Communications Conference (OFC), February 24-26 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
17 February 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Ultra-Low-Power Transceiver Chipset for Next-Generation Optical Transmissions Systems
Kawasaki, February 17, 2004 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a new communications chipset that uses Indium Phosphide-based high-electron mobility transistor (InP-HEMT) technology to enable 50-Gbps operation of a 4:1 multiplexer and 1:4 demultiplexer chipset. Fujitsu's newly developed chipset is the world's first to achieve superior signal quality and operating margins in full-rate clocking scheme, with breakthrough low-power consumption of less than 1 watt (70% lower than conventional technology).
29 January 2004 Japan: Fujitsu Reports FY 2003 Third-Quarter Financial Results
Tokyo, January 29, 2004 – Fujitsu Limited, a leader in customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, today reported consolidated net sales of 1,068.2 billion yen (approximately US$9.9 billion*) for the third quarter of fiscal year 2003 (October 1 - December 31, 2003), a 5.0% increase over the third quarter of fiscal 2002. The company posted higher year-over-year third-quarter sales in each of its main business segments - Software & Services, Platforms, and Electronic Devices. In addition to strong sales of semiconductors and other electronic devices, sales of new server and storage system models contributed to the positive results. Higher sales and the effects of cost cutting initiatives combined to produce an operating profit of 10.1 billion yen (US$94.4 million) for the third quarter, with all three business segments posting an operating profit for the quarter.
29 January 2004 Japan: FDK Announcement of FY2003 3rd Quarter Net Sales
Tokyo, January 29, 2004 – Announcement of FY2003 3rd Quarter Net Sales
26 January 2004 Japan / USA: Fujitsu and MoSys Tie Technology License for 1T-SRAM-Q Embedded Memory
Tokyo, Japan / Sunnyvale, CA, USA, January 26, 2004 – MoSys, Inc. (NASDAQ: MOSY) the industry's leading provider of high density system-on-chip (SoC) embedded memory solutions, and Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702), a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, today announced an agreement under which MoSys' innovative quad density 1T-SRAM-QTM technology is licensed to Fujitsu Limited for use on its 0.13-micron logic process. Fujitsu will use MoSys' 1T-SRAM-Q to provide high-density embedded memory solutions for their SoC designs in consumer applications, including digital cameras and video camcorders. Fujitsu ranks as the largest Japanese ASIC vendor, attributable to its successes in these markets.

Archived News July - December 2003

25 December 2003 Japan: Fujitsu and Sumitomo Electric Establish Joint Venture in Compound Semiconductor Devices
Tokyo, December 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited and Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. today announced that they have reached a basic agreement to create a joint venture that will consolidate the operations of Fujitsu Quantum Devices Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu that is focused on the development, manufacture and sales of compound semiconductors, with the electronic devices business of Sumitomo Electric's compound semiconductor operations. Fujitsu and Sumitomo Electric will each have an equal equity ownership in the joint venture.
22 December 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First Touch Panel Using Conductive Polymer Film
Tokyo, December 22, 2003 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Component Limited today announced the joint development of the world's first resistive touch panel that uses a conductive polymer film, a transparent conductive film that offers durability 10 times that of the conventional ITO film and succeeds in reducing production costs to less than half. Volume production capabilities for this breakthrough technology have been confirmed.
16 December 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America & Cogent Systems Provide Comprehensive Fingerprint Biometric Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, December 16, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in biometric fingerprint sensor hardware, and Cogent Systems Inc., a leading developer of integrated biometric solutions, will collaborate on the development of new biometric security designs for government and commercial applications. The two companies will develop solutions for network security, physical and logical access control, positive ID for identity documents, and mobile/wireless security.
15 December 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Achieves Breakthrough in Ultrafine-Pitch Solder Bumping and Flip-Chip Bonding
Tokyo, December 15, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has developed new technology that enables formation of ultrafine pitch 35 micron (center-to-center distance of bumps) solder bumps, and high-precision flip-chip bonding interconnection. This breakthrough technology increases connection density by approximately 50 times compared to conventional flip chip interconnections and actualizes downsizing of LSIs and LSI packaging.
8 December 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Achieves Breakthrough Output with Gallium Nitride HEMT Amplifier
Kawasaki, December 8, 2003 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced that it has developed a gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) amplifier (Figure 1) which achieves the world's highest power output of 174 watts at 63 volts, while demonstrating unprecedented record drain efficiency of 40%, fulfilling W-CDMA system requirements for base stations. This breakthrough represents a significant step forward in making smaller and more energy efficient base stations for 3G mobile networks, and overcomes the technical hurdle for output needs exceeding 150 watts required for realistic application in 3G mobile systems.
24 November 2003 USA: Fujitsu Adds Ultra-Slim Solid State Relay for Industrial and Appliance Markets
Sunnyvale, CA, November 24, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced it has expanded its relay offering for the industrial control and appliance markets with the addition of an ultra-slim solid-state device.
20 November 2003 USA: Fujitsu Introduces ARM9 Multi-CPU Evaluation Device
Sunnyvale, CA, November 20, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a new ARM9 multi-CPU evaluation device, the MB87Q1100, as part of a platform developed to enable customers to design large, complex systems with very high levels of predictability and efficiency. The MB87Q1100 integrates the ARM926EJ-S and ARM946E-S embedded macrocell cores in Fujitsu's next-generation System-on-Chip (SoC) platform.
20 November 2003 USA: Fujitsu Licenses Verification Technology to Cadence
Sunnyvale, CA, November 20, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited, a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, today announced it has licensed three verification technology patents to Cadence Design Systems, Inc. The agreement provides Cadence® with extended technologies related to equivalence checking for system-on-chip design verification.
18 November 2003 UK: Fujitsu Introduces Fingerprint Module Stack - An "All in One" Embedded System Solution
London, November 18, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announced an all-in-one embedded fingerprint system solution MDFP200. This new module stack allows customers to shorten their development cycles and achieve faster time-to-market. Target applications are access control & management systems and various personal identification systems.
12 November 2003 Japan: Fujitsu's Plasma Tube Technologies Herald Advent of 100-Inch-Plus Flat-Screen Displays
Kawasaki, November 12, 2003 – Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the development of a revolutionary new plasma tube technology to produce narrow glass tubes, measuring one meter in length and one-millimeter in diameter, that emit light using the same phosphor structure as in a conventional PDP (plasma display panel). In addition, the company has developed a technology that sandwiches an array of these plasma tubes between two electrode plates to make up a display panel. Fujitsu succeeded in producing a prototype panel using 128 plasma tubes (for a screen size of 128 mm x 1 m) that display moving images in color.
7 November 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Announces ARM9 Multi-CPU Evaluation Device Implementing Next-Generation SoC Platform
Frankfurt, November 7, 2003 – Fujitsu has announced the development of an ARM9 multi-CPU evaluation device, the MB87Q1100, which implements the next - generation SoC (System-on-Chip) platform, integrating ARM926EJ-S and ARM946E-S embedded macrocell cores.
31 October 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Establishes New Semiconductor Subsidiary in Shanghai
Tokyo, October 31, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the establishment of a new subsidiary in Shanghai, Fujitsu Microelectronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., as part of the company's ongoing strategy to strengthen its profile in China's semiconductor market. The new subsidiary, which will serve as a center for the design, development, and sales of semiconductors in the region, began operations on October 30.
29 October 2003 Japan: Announcement of the Revised Achievements Forecast
Tokyo, October 29, 2003 – FDK CORPORATION announced today, based on the latest achievements, the predicted achievement in the settlement-of-accounts, which was announced on April 25, 2003, are revised as follows:
28 October 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops the FR80, Highest-Performance CPU Core for 32-bit RISC MCUs
Tokyo, October 28, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the FR80, the most powerful processor core to date for its FR family of 32-bit RISC microcontrollers that are primarily used in digital home appliances.
21 October 2003 USA: Fujitsu Interconnect Technologies Introduces Third-Generation Technology for Printed Circuit Boards
Sunnyvale, CA, October 21, 2003 – Fujitsu Interconnect Technologies Limited (FICT) today introduced products based on its next-generation Multi-Via 3 (MV3) technology, which reduces manufacturing costs and makes it easier to design multi-layer Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).
16 October 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America to Demonstrate Innovative Single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet Switch IC
Sunnyvale, CA, October 16, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America Inc. (FMA) will demonstrate its innovative single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet switch at booth 624 during the annual Network Processors West Conference at Parkside Hall in San Jose October 21-23.
9 October 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe Wins Component Product of the Year Award
Frankfurt, October 9, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe has won the Component Product of the Year award for its dual 14-bit 800MSa/s digital to analogue converter (MB86064), the world's fastest CMOS DAC
6 October 2003 Japan: FDK Launches Non-Isolated Point-of-Load DC-DC Converters "W series"
Tokyo, October 6, 2003 – FDK CORPORATION launches non-isolated point-of-load DC-DC converters "W series", which comprise 72 models in November this year, With electric power efficiency up to 95% at the maximum as a high-efficiency POL (Point of Load) power supply that respond to decentralization of electric equipment.
6 October 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe and Accemic Announce First Single-Chip Monitor Debugger
Frankfurt, October 6, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) and Accemic have announced the availability of the first single-chip monitor debugger for Fujitsu's FR 32-bit microcontroller Series.
30 September 2003 Japan / USA: Fujitsu and Synopsys Launch SoC Design Consulting Service
Tokyo, Japan / Mountain View, CA, USA, September 30, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited, Japan's largest ASIC vendor, and Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), the world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced a new design consulting service to help system-on-chip (SoC) designers improve the quality of designs, and thereby reduce design cycles. The companies' joint SoC design consulting service brings together Synopsys' consulting expertise in logic and physical synthesis with Fujitsu's expertise in leading-edge physical design technologies. This combination provides integrated support for customers' design processes, from the SoC specification through logic and physical synthesis to the physical design implementation stage. The service is currently available in Japan and will gradually be expanded to other markets throughout the world.
25 September 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Rolls Out First 10Gbps SERDES Macro for Networking Designs
Frankfurt, September 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has recently introduced its new 10Gbps serial transceiver macro, the HS9GX, for ASIC-based networking and communications applications.
24 September 2003 USA: Pulse-LINK Selects Fujitsu Microelectronics America to Co-develop CMOS SoC ASIC
San Diego and Sunnyvale, CA, September 24, 2003 – Pulse~LINK, Inc. and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today signed an agreement to jointly develop a digital baseband processor using Fujitsu’s 0.11-micron CMOS SoC ASIC solutions. This ASIC will be used in the Pulse~LINK system designed specifically for the world’s first Ultra Wideband Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
9 September 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America Delivers a Series of High-Performance ASICs to Foundry Networks
Sunnyvale, CA, September 9, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has delivered three generations of ASICs to Foundry Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq:FDRY), the industry’s leading networking supplier, for several families of networking products. The ASICs are the result of the ongoing collaboration between the two organizations.
9 September 2003 USA: New 32-Bit FR60Lite RISC Microcontrollers Deliver Low Power Operation, Fast A/D Converters
Sunnyvale, CA, September 9, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced a set of 32-bit controllers from its FR60Lite Series that deliver excellent performance for digital consumer products, and feature power requirements as low as one milliamp per MHz. This new series of 32-bit microcontrollers is built using Fujitsu’s latest wafer technology, and is designed to provide a cost-efficient upgrade path for users of 16-bit MCUs who want 32-bit performance.
9 September 2003 USA: New FRAM ICs for Security, Microcontroller, Radio Frequency ID Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, September 9, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced to the North American markets two new ferroelectric RAM (FRAM) products developed for security, computing and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) applications.
3 September 2003 USA: Fujitsu Demonstrates New 10Gbps Ethernet Switch IC at Gigabit Ethernet Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, September 3, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will present demonstrations of its industry’s first single-chip 10Gbps Ethernet switch IC at the annual Gigabit Ethernet Conference (GEC), September 8-10, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This year’s GEC is held as a part of National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference (NFOEC).
27 August 2003 Japan: Fujitsu to Consolidate its Japan-Based Semiconductor Assembly and Testing Operations
Tokyo, August 27, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will consolidate its four semiconductor back-end assembly and testing subsidiaries in Japan into one newly-established company with four facilities. The new company, Fujitsu Integrated Microtechnology Limited, will focus on the back-end assembly and testing of logic chips, integrating the unique product lines and technological strengths of each of the four units into one highly competitive organization with improved efficiencies.
25 August 2003 Singapore: Fujitsu Expands High-Speed Connector Series to Support Serial- Attached SCSI & ATA, and 10G Fiber Channel
Singapore, August 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited has expanded its microGiGaCNTM high-speed, differential connector line by adding an I/O plug with thumbscrews, which is the standard I/O configuration for Serial Attached SCSI 4-lane, Serial ATA-2 4-lane and 10G Fiber Channel technology. Fujitsu’s microGiGaCN series now offers a full-range of industry-standard, high-speed copper interconnects for various high-speed transport technologies.
25 August 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America Introduces New 128Mbit Burst Mode Mobile FCRAM
Sunnyvale, CA, August 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has introduced a new 128Mbit mobile FCRAM device based on the company's Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAMTM) architecture.
21 August 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Introduces 128Mbit Mobile FCRAM with Burst Mode Operation
Tokyo, August 21, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the availability of a new 128Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAMTM device for mobile phone applications. The new Mobile FCRAM, the MB82DBR08163, adopts burst mode operations compliant with the Common Specifications for Mobile RAM. The device's high-speed performance and large density make it ideal for 3G cellular phone vendors looking to provide advanced applications.
19 August 2003 USA: ScanSnap!™ Streamlines Operations and Data Archiving among Small Businesses in the Accounting Industry
San Jose, CA, August 19, 2003 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. (FCPA), a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that the new Fujitsu ScanSnap!™ scanner is making significant headway among small businesses within the paper-intensive accounting industry by enabling simplified and streamlined tax preparation and filing operations. Users have already realized monetary savings due to ScanSnap!'s one-step centralized approach to paper-to-digital conversion of hardcopy documents, resulting in increased employee productivity and maximizing use of expensive office space.
8 August 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces New PLLs with Industry's Smallest Package - Low Power for High Frequency Applications
Frankfurt, August 8, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe has announced the MB15F7xUV series, a new family of sub-miniature dual PLL frequency synthesisers designed for the high frequency mobile communications market.
5 August 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics' Dual PLL Frequency Synthesizer Features Very Low Power and Current, for WAP
Sunnyvale, CA, August 5, 2003 – A new series of ultra-small Dual PLL frequency synthesizers, featuring power supply current as low as 2.5 milliamps (mA) at 2.7V, is available now from Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA).
5 August 2003 USA: Sybase and Fujitsu Software Corporation Forge New Strategic Partnership
Orlando, FL and San Jose, CA, August 5, 2003 – Sybase, Inc. (NYSE: SY), a leading enterprise infrastructure and integration company, and Fujitsu Software Corporation (Fujitsu), a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, today announced they signed a Memorandum of Understanding to form a new partnership. Fujitsu will market Sybase’s Content Capture technology and offer it as a component of Fujitsu Interstage Portalworks, and Sybase will integrate Fujitsu’s Interstage XWand Developer XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) solution with PowerDesigner, Sybase’s all-in-one modeling and design tool and co-market the combined solution.
29 July 2003 USA: Fujitsu Releases Matched-Impedance Loop Back Module for High-Speed Systems
Sunnyvale, CA, July 29, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today released a matched-impedance loop-back module for testing systems operating at 500Mbps to 3.2Gbps per channel. The new module is an expansion of Fujitsu’s high-speed, microGiGaCNTM differential connector series.
28 July 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Develops 90nm CMOS Technology for Digital Consumer and Mobile Applications
Frankfurt, July 28, 2003 – Fujitsu recently announced that is has developed and begun accepting orders for the CS101 Series of system-on-chips (SoCs) employing its state-of-the-art 90nm CMOS technology.
22 July 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics' New MBF310 Fingerprint Sensor Ideal for New Generation of Mobile Phones
Sunnyvale, CA, July 22, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced its new MBF310 capacitive-based fingerprint Sweep SensorTM. With its advanced Auto-Finger Detection (AFD) circuit and on-board FIFO memory, the compact design optimizes power consumption and CPU efficiency, making it ideal for the next generation of mobile phones.
10 July 2003 Singapore: Fujitsu and Motorola Make Fingerprint Recognition Technology Possible for Handhelds
Singapore, July 10, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd, one of the leading suppliers of Biometric Fingerprint Sensors and Motorola Semiconductors Hong Kong Ltd, one of the world leaders in micro-processors, today announced a co-operation in the development of an Advanced PDA Reference Solution supporting Biometric Fingerprint Authentication.
3 July 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Introduces New Built-In OSDC and USB Host 32-bit RISC Microcontroller
Tokyo, July 3, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has jointly developed with subsidiary Fujitsu VLSI Limited, a new 32-bit RISC microcontroller that controls character displays for television screens/monitors, including cathode ray tubes (CRTs), liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and plasma display panels (PDPs). The new MCU, the MB91F312, is embedded with both a high-resolution onscreen display controller (OSDC) and a universal serial bus (USB) host interface, enabling customers to deliver high-resolution, high-performance home theater systems.
1 July 2003 Japan: FDK Launches Multi-layer Power Inductor for Compact Electronic Apparatus
Tokyo, July 1, 2003 – FDK CORPORATION has released 4 models of multi-layer power inductor "MIP series" for compact electronic apparatus, such as cellular phone, digital camera, and PDA, etc. The series has a significant effect in reducing direct-current resistance and has a thickness of 1.0mm.

Archived News January - June 2003

26 June 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Releases AccelArray™ Structured ASIC Devices
Tokyo, June 26, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of the AccelArray™ structured ASIC devices that deliver faster, less costly development times through the use of standardized interconnect layers for basic system circuitry and key IP macros embedded in the base master of the architecture. AccelArray ASICs are built on Fujitsu's advanced 0.11-micron process to achieve performance on par with standard cell ASICs in 0.11-micron technology.
25 June 2003 USA: Fujitsu Introduces Industry's First Single-Chip 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip
Sunnyvale, CA, June 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc. (FLA) today introduced the industry’s first 10Gbps Ethernet switch chip, MB87Q3050, developed for layer 2 functions in high-performance server designs. The new 10Gbps switch chip enables system designers to develop compact and less costly switches, using high-performance, multi-ported memory that handles simultaneous read and write operation to and from all twelve 10Gbps ports, providing a total bandwidth capacity of 240Gbps.
12 June 2003 Japan: Fujitsu and Advanced Media Collaborate to Develop System Chips Employing Distributed Speech Recognition Technology
Tokyo, June 12, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited and Advanced Media, Inc. today announced that they have embedded Advanced Media's AmiVoice distributed speech recognition (AmiVoice DSR) software technology for the Japanese language in a system-on-chip solution using Fujitsu's LSI Technology and FAITH™ chip-design methodology.
9 June 2003 USA: Next-Generation Plug-N-Run G3 System-on-Modules on Intel Pentium M Processor and Intel 855GM Chipset
Chicago, IL, June 9, 2003 – PFU Systems, Inc., a Fujitsu Company, leader in applied information technology and System-on-Module (SoM) components for OEM embedded applications, announced today support for the newly announced Intel® Pentium® M processor and Intel® 855GM chipset in its third-generation Plug-N-Run™ System-on-Modules for embedded solutions. The new modules enable OEM designers to quickly develop Pentium M processor embedded systems with fully qualified and tested, off-the-shelf components; thereby minimizing development time, cost and risk.
3 June 2003 USA: PFU Systems Announces NomadFIRE™ -- Single Board Solution for Embedded Imaging Applications
Chicago, IL, June 3, 2003 – PFU Systems, Inc., a Fujitsu Company and leader in OEM System-On-Module (SOM) components for embedded systems announced today the NomadFIRE™, a self-contained, ultra-compact system board, complete with all host computer interfaces and FireWire (IEEE 1394a) connections for high speed, real time image capture in embedded applications.
2 June 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Unveils World's First Multi-Chip Package with Burst Mode Functionality
Tokyo, June 2, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a new memory product for next-generation mobile phones and other high-performance mobile applications, the MB84SR6H5K5K1, a multi-chip package (MCP) combining Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM) and burst mode flash memory. Fujitsu is shipping samples of the new chip package starting today.
2 June 2003 Japan: The Release of High-performance General Purpose Physics Random Number Generator "RPG100"
Tokyo, June 2, 2003 – FDK has released the physical random number generator "RPG100" for data encryption in advanced security system. Moreover, licensing of technology of the product has started by licensing agreement.
29 May 2003 Japan: Notice Regarding Restoration of the Iwate Factory
Tokyo, May 29, 2003 – As a result of the strong earthquake in the Tohoku (northeastern) region of Japan on May 26, damage was sustained to piping and other infrastructure at Fujitsu's Iwate front-end semiconductor fabrication facility, and production operations have been suspended. There were no injuries to employees.
28 May 2003 USA: Fujitsu Offers Copper Cable Assemblies for High-Speed Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, May 28, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc., the developer of the high-speed MicroGiGaCNTM interconnect series, today announced availability of high-bandwidth copper cable assemblies that meet the InfiniBandTM electrical and mechanical specifications.
20 May 2003 USA: Fujitsu Releases Circularly Polarized Resistive Touch Panels for Sunlight Readability
Sunnyvale, CA, May 20, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today expanded its touch panel offering by releasing a line of custom, circularly polarized touch panels that greatly enhance display readability in direct sunlight conditions. The touch panels eliminate over 60% of reflected ambient light while maintaining 79% luminance transmissivity.
19 May 2003 USA: Fujitsu Components and Apollo Display Technologies Offer Smart Kits for LCD and Touch-Panel Integration
Sunnyvale, CA, May 19, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc., a touch panel manufacturer, and Apollo Displays, a manufacturer and value-added distributor of display products, today announced they have joined forces and introduced a new line of touch-integrated display kits for fine-pixel LCDs. The kits are designed to save time and money by simplifying the integration of a LCD with a touch panel for various applications.
14 May 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First 12-Port, 10 Gbps Ethernet Switch on a Single Chip
Tokyo, May 14, 2003 – Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Inc., working with Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. and Fujitsu Limited, has succeeded in developing the world's first single chip implementation of a 12-port, 10 gigabits per second (Gbps) Ethernet switch.
14 May 2003 Japan / Germany: Fujitsu Introduces Two New Enhanced Mobile FCRAM Burst Mode Devices
Tokyo, Japan / Frankfurt, Germany, May 14, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe GmbH (FME) have announced two new Mobile FCRAM devices based on the company’s Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM™) architecture. The new Mobile FCRAMs, “MB82DBS02163C” and “MB82DBS04163B”, are the first to adopt Burst Mode for both the Read and Write operations, with compliance to “Common Specification for Mobile RAM (COSMORAM)”, as recently announced by Fujitsu Limited, NEC Electronics Corporation and Toshiba Corporation.
12 May 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe Launches General-Purpose 8-Bit MCUs with LIN-Compatible UART Interface
Frankfurt, May 12, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today introduced two cost-effective 8-bit microcontrollers for automotive body-control module subsystems. The MB89210 series of F2MC controllers includes Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) capabilities that support the Local Interconnect Network (LIN). LIN, along with the Controller Area Network (CAN), has emerged as a de facto, low-cost communications standard for in-vehicle networks.
6 May 2003 Germany: Fujitsu's AccelArray Technology Delivers Improved Time-to-Market, Reduced Development Cost for Storage
Frankfurt, May 6, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today introduced the AccelArray™ technology, developed to meet customer requirements for low cost and minimal design cycles using Fujitsu's proven design and process technology leadership. AccelArray shortens the design and fabrication cycle times of a typical standard cell ASIC by as much as 70 percent, and reduces total ASIC development cost for 0.11-micron products by as much as 80 percent.
6 May 2003 USA: Fujitsu Components and Comodo Demonstrate the Future of Secure Input at WINHEC 2003
Sunnyvale, CA, May 6, 2003 – Fujitsu Components, Ltd., manufacturer of quality electronic components, and Comodo, the Internet security specialists, have today announced a demonstration of SIDEN Trust Chip, among the first 'Secure Input Devices Ever Developed' as defined by the new NGSCB, at WinHEC 2003, May 6-8 2003.
2 May 2003 USA: Fujitsu's Sweep Sensor, MBF300 Biometric Sensor IC Wins 2002 EDN Magazine Innovation Award
Sunnyvale, CA, May 2, 2003 – EDN Magazine announced that Fujitsu’s MBF300, Sweep Sensor™ IC won the 2002 “Innovation of the Year” award in the peripherals category. The announcement was made at EDN’s annual award dinner April 22 in San Francisco.
2 May 2003 USA: PFU Systems Announces NomadFIRE™ -- Single Board Solution for Embedded Imaging Applications
Santa Clara, CA, May 2, 2003 – PFU Systems, Inc., a Fujitsu Company and leader in OEM System-On-Module (SOM) components for embedded systems announced today the NomadFIRE™, a self-contained, ultra-compact system board, complete with all host computer interfaces and FireWire (IEEE 1394a) connections for high speed, real time image capture in embedded applications.
29 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Begins Manufacturing Lead-Free Relays
Sunnyvale, CA, April 29, 2003 – To address world-wide environmental concerns, Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today announced that it will switch to lead-free relays and begin shipments in June 2003. The company’s other product lines (connectors, resistive touch panels, thermal printers, KVM switches, and keyboards) will be converted to lead-free materials by March 2004.
23 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Introduces 32-Bit MCU with Embedded Flash, Dual CAN Buses and Variety of Peripherals
Sunnyvale, CA, April 23, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America Inc. (FMA) today introduced a 32-bit microcontroller for automotive and industrial applications, built with the Control Access Network (CAN) interface, 768 Kilobytes of embedded flash memory and a wide range of peripherals. The new MCU is ideal for dashboard display, data gateway with central-control capability and other in-vehicle applications.
23 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Launches MB89210 Series of General-Purpose 8-Bit MCUs with LIN-Compatible UART Interface
Sunnyvale, CA, April 23, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced two cost-effective 8-bit microcontrollers for automotive body-control module subsystems.
23 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics’ New IP-Phone Chip, Built around Customized VoiceDSP™
Sunnyvale, CA, April 23, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America Inc. (FMA) today introduced a highly integrated IP-Phone VoIP chip designed for Internet telephony and Multimedia Terminal Adapter (MTA) applications for the small office, home office and other cost-sensitive applications. Typical target customers for the IP-Phone chip are suppliers of equipment to the telephone carriers.
23 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu to Demonstrate New Microcontrollers, IP-Phone, Graphics Controllers and Biometric Sensor ICs
San Francisco, CA, April 23, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America’s (FMA) new IP-Phone chip and new microcontrollers for automotive, industrial and consumer appliances, together with the company’s biometric sensor ICs and graphics display controller products, will be featured in FMA’s booth at the Embedded Systems Conference in San Francisco April 23-25.
23 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu’s New AccelArray Technology Delivers Improved Time-to-Market, Lower Power Dissipation
Sunnyvale, CA, April 23, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the AccelArray™ technology, developed to meet customer requirements for low cost and minimal design cycles using Fujitsu’s proven design and process technology leadership. AccelArray shortens the design and fabrication cycle times of a typical standard cell ASIC by as much as 70 percent, and reduces total ASIC development cost for 0.11-micron products by as much as 80 percent.
22 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Delivers Compact Printer Mechanism Series with 200mm-per-second Output
Sunnyvale, CA, April 22, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today introduced a new series of compact thermal printer mechanisms with 200mm-per-second print output speeds. The company also added a high-speed serial and USB interface board to the series in addition to its standard serial and parallel offerings.
21 April 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Spread-Spectrum Clock Generator
Tokyo, April 21, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that, in cooperation with Fujitsu VLSI Limited, it has developed a new spread-spectrum clock generator (SSCG) system chip that achieves the world's lowest power requirement and electromagnetic interference (EMI) levels. The new design is being released as the MB88150 Series, with four models available in sample quantities starting today.
15 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Introduces the Industry’s First 16-Bit CAN MCU with Embedded Dual-Operation Flash Memory
Sunnyvale, CA, April 15, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the industry’s first 16-bit microcontrollers with dual-operation flash memory.
15 April 2003 Thailand: TELentice Turns Bangkok Skytrain Stations into a Multimedia Information Hub
Thailand, April 15, 2003 – One of the major challenges facing Thailand’s sky-train operator today is to turn its stations into an information hub that can deliver dynamic, decision-influencing messages at the right time to the right groups among the almost 470,000 passengers who use the system daily.
14 April 2003 USA: Fujitsu Releases System Packet Interface Level-4 I/O Macro for High-End Networking Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, April 14, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), an industry leader in advanced macros and IPs for high-end network development, today introduced its SPI-4 (System Packet Interface Level-4) I/O macro, providing point-to-point connectivity between physical layer and link layer devices in network designs.
10 April 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Unveils New Flash Memory Products
Tokyo, April 10, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of two new low-voltage (1.8V) flash-memory products that respond to mobile communications devices' growing needs for greater storage capacity, high-speed operation and lower power consumption. The MBMN29BS12DH is a NOR-type 128-Mbit product with burst mode functionality for use in mobile devices. The MBM29SL800TE and MBM29SL800BE are NOR-type 8-Mbit products employing Super Chip Size Package (Super-CSPTM) packaging technology for use in wireless communications modules, such as Bluetooth, and for ultra-compact mobile devices.
8 April 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Releases New 32-bit RISC Microcontroller, the MB91302
Tokyo, April 8, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has jointly developed with Fujitsu VLSI Limited the MB91302, a new 32-bit high-performance RISC microcontroller that implements direct memory access for high-speed data transfer. The new microcontroller, which is especially well suited for DVD players, digital cameras, printers, video games, and other applications that require high-speed throughput, is available starting today.
8 April 2003 USA: New 16-Bit Microcontrollers Ideal for User-Interface Control Systems
Sunnyvale, CA, April 8, 2003 – A new ultra-compact series of 16-bit flash microcontrollers from Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) delivers excellent value for user-interface control systems in handheld appliances and as smart remote controllers or home appliances.
7 April 2003 USA: Bell Microproducts and Fujitsu Microelectronics America Announce New Distribution Agreement
San Jose and Sunnyvale, CA, April 7, 2003 – Bell Microproducts, Inc. (Nasdaq: BELM), a leading value-added provider of high technology products and solutions serving the industrial and commercial markets, today announced a non-exclusive distribution agreement with Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), under which Bell Microproducts will distribute FMA’s LCD and plasma products throughout North and South Americas. The Fujitsu display product family includes a wide range of XGA, W-XGA, SXGA and UXGA LCDs ranging in size from 15 inches to 23.1 inches, and 32- and 42-inch high-definition color plasma modules.
7 April 2003 Japan: Development of World's Smallest Macro & Optical Zoom Lens Unit
Tokyo, April 7, 2003 – FDK CORPORATION and MACNICA, INC developed the world's smallest lens unit, "FMZ10" with 2 x optical zoom function and macro (close-up) photography function for the micro cameras carried in cellular phone and PDA, etc.
7 April 2003 USA: PFU Systems Extends Plug-N-Run Functionality with Plug-N-Run G2 Introduction
Santa Clara, CA, April 7, 2003 – PFU Systems, Inc., a Fujitsu Company, a leader in applied information technology and Systems-On-Module (SOM) components of OEM embedded applications, announced today the Plug-N-Play G2, extending the Plug-N-Run SOM family of products with embedded Ethernet and Sound. The PnR G2 builds on the same architecture as the PnR, keeping electrical and mechanical backward compatibility with PnR.
2 April 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Releases 16-bit Microcontroller for LCD Panel Drivers
Tokyo, April 2, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited, in collaboration with Fujitsu Devices Inc., today announced the release of four new microcontrollers for liquid crystal display panel drivers that can support up a maximum of 192 segments. Designed for use in audio-visual equipment and digital consumer electronics as part of Fujitsu's MB90800 Series, the new products are available starting today.
1 April 2003 Japan: AMD and Fujitsu Announce New Flash Memory Company
Tokyo, April 1, 2003 – AMD (NYSE: AMD) and Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702, "Fujitsu") today announced they have executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a new Flash memory semiconductor company headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. A Japan headquarters will be located in Tokyo. The new company, to be called FASL LLC, will be based on the integration of AMD and Fujitsu's Flash memory businesses, including their existing joint manufacturing venture, Fujitsu AMD Semiconductor Limited. The new company is expected to begin operations in the third quarter of this year.
27 March 2003 Germany: Fujitsu's FR Microcontroller Series Finds Support from SEGGER
Frankfurt, March 27, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe today announced a partnership with SEGGER Microcontroller Systeme GmbH, one of the leading embedded software manufacturers, with the release of embOS (RTOS) to support Fujitsu's FR and 16LX series microcontrollers and Softune environment. This new agreement is set to bring additional benefits to customers operating in the embedded market.
25 March 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Releases New FR60Lite 32-bit RISC Microcontrollers
Tokyo, March 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has jointly developed with Fujitsu VLSI Limited two new models in the FR60Lite Series of 32-bit high-performance RISC microcontrollers. The two new models, which are part of the MB91260 series and include the fastest analog-to-digital (A/D) converters in the industry, are available starting today.
20 March 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America to Deliver a Major Presentation on the 802.16a Standard
Sunnyvale, CA, March 20, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), an industry leader in system-on-chip (SoC) technology for the wireless network market, will provide a presentation on the 802.16a standard at the annual Broadband Wireless World Conference at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose.
18 March 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Releases the MB90330 Series of 16-bit USB Microcontrollers
Tokyo, March 18, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of four new products in its MB90330 Series of 16-bit microcontrollers, which include a set of USB macros, including simple host features. The Series was developed together with Fujitsu Devices Inc., and enables direct Universal Serial Bus (USB) communication?without a host PC?between audio-visual equipment and other peripherals.
5 March 2003 USA: Design News Magazine Names Fujitsu's MBF300 Sweep Sensor 2002 Product of the Year
San Jose, CA, March 5, 2003 – Design News Magazine, a Reed Business Publication delivering information on the latest tools, components and materials used in mechanical and electromechanical design, has named the MBF300 Sweep Sensor™ from Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) its 2002 Product of the Year. The award was announced at the 2003 Design News Engineering Achievement Awards Banquet on March 4th at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. The announcement is also featured in the March 3rd edition of Design News.
3 March 2003 USA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America to Move its Headquarters to Corporate Campus in Sunnyvale March 17
San Jose, CA, March 3, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will move its corporate headquarters to 1250 East Arques Avenue, Sunnyvale, from 3545 North First Street, San Jose, on March 17, 2003.
27 February 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops High Capacity, High Speed Chip with Embedded FRAM for RFID Tags
Tokyo, February 27, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the MB89R116, an FRAM-embedded chip for radio frequency identification (RFID) tags that can, at high speeds, read/write data 100 times greater than bar-codes and 30 times greater than tags using EEPROM. The new chip, which is available starting today, is designed for precision tracking of product quality as products move through distribution channels, and can be used for a wide variety of products.
26 February 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Launches MB89210 Series of General-Purpose Microcontrollers
Tokyo, February 26, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that, jointly with Fujitsu Devices Inc., it has developed two new products for automotive control systems in the MB89210 series of F2MC 8-bit microcontrollers. Fujitsu will begin taking orders for the new microcontrollers as of today.
25 February 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Develops World's First CMOS Interface Technology for 10Gbps Parallel Transmissions
Tokyo, February 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Laboratories and Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the world's first CMOS parallel-interface device for use in standard logic LSI devices to enable high-speed, multi-channel transmissions at speeds of up to 10Gbps. Use of the new technology will enable servers, storage devices and communications equipment to handle even larger amounts of data at higher speeds while consuming less power. It is expected to lead to a dramatic increase in the speed and performance of network systems.
25 February 2003 USA: Fujitsu to Demonstrate New Bluetooth Reference Platform, 14-Bit 800Msa/s DACs, and PLL Synthesizers
San Jose, CA, February 25, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading supplier of advanced devices for wireless communications applications, will demonstrate a new “hands-free” Bluetooth™-based reference platform, along with a new 14-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) and PLL synthesizers at the annual Wireless Design Conference at San Jose Convention Center, February 25 to 27 in booth 1028.
24 February 2003 USA: Fujitsu Announces New Members to Coral GDC Family
Dallas, TX, February 24, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics has announced the new graphic display controller devices from its latest "Coral" family, which offer major enhancements to the highly successful "Cremson" family of GDCs. The new devices: MB86294 and MB86295 ("Coral B" and "Coral P") are fabricated in 0.18 micron technology and are also optimised for vehicle navigation and in-car multimedia applications.
19 February 2003 USA: Fujitsu to Provide Two Major Presentations at Wireless Systems Design Conference and Expo
San Jose, CA, February 19, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), an industry leader in system-on-chip (SoC) technology for the wireless network market, will provide two comprehensive presentations at the annual Wireless Systems Design Conference and Expo at the San Jose Convention Center on February 26th.
18 February 2003 UK: Fujitsu Announces New Members to Coral GDC Family
London, February 18, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics has developed a new addition to its 32-bit CAN microcontroller family, the MB91F376G high-end MCU offering 768KB of embedded Flash. Core compatible with all other Fujitsu CAN microcontrollers of the MB91360 family, this new device is particularly suitable for use in a wide variety of automotive and industrial applications.
18 February 2003 UK: Fujitsu Launches New Generation of 16LX CAN Microcontrollers
London, February 18, 2003 – Building on broad market acceptance for its superior CAN microcontrollers, Fujitsu has now released a new extension to its 16LX CAN Microcontroller family. The MB90340 series is backed by ten years of experience in the automotive market and features single and dual CAN devices with LIN interfaces and extensive enhanced features
18 February 2003 UK: Fujitsu Microelectronics Announces New Sub-Miniature Bluetooth Modules
London, February 18, 2003 – As part of its goal to provide complete solutions and support to meet all the very demanding requirements of Bluetooth™ module customers, Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe has introduced the MBH7BT09 and MBH7BT02A Bluetooth specification version 1.1 compliant modules.
18 February 2003 UK: Fujitsu Strengthens 32-bit CAN Microcontrollers with New Family Member
London, February 18, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics has developed a new addition to its 32-bit CAN microcontroller family, the MB91F376G high-end MCU offering 768KB of embedded Flash. Core compatible with all other Fujitsu CAN microcontrollers of the MB91360 family, this new device is particularly suitable for use in a wide variety of automotive and industrial applications.
18 February 2003 USA: Miniature 6A Power Relay Has High Sensitivity and High Insulation
Dallas, TX, February 18, 2003 – Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today added to its power relay line a miniature 6A-class device with high-sensitivity properties for industrial and programmable logic controller applications.
17 February 2003 Japan: Fujitsu, NEC and Toshiba Agree on Common Specifications for "Burst Mode" Pseudo SRAM User Interface
Tokyo, February 17, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited, NEC Electronics Corporation and Toshiba Corporation announced today that they have reached an agreement on common specifications for Pseudo Static Random Access Memory (PSRAM) devices that feature burst mode function enabling fast access operation. Each of the three companies will independently manufacture and market PSRAM products based on the common specifications, which are to be called Common Specifications for Mobile RAM (COSMORAM), with product introduction expected to begin in the first half of fiscal 2003.
10 February 2003 Germany: Fujitsu Develops Ultra Compact SAW Duplexers for PCS Mobile Communication Systems
Munich, February 10, 2003 – The leading European computer company Fujitsu Siemens Computers is intensify its long-standing partnership with Network Appliance (NetApp). The full range of NetApp products, which includes FAS/Filer, NearStore Appliances and the NetCache products, will be offered in Eastern Europe exclusively by Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Neither NetApp itself or other partners will be active in this area.
31 January 2003 Belgium: Fujitsu Consulting Positions itself as Public Services Partner in Anti-Fraud Struggle
Brussels, January 31, 2003 – Based on data warehousing, data mining and data processing, the solution developed by Fujitsu Consulting already turned out to be highly successful in the context of a large project on tax evasion detection, performed by the Quebec's Revenue Department.
30 January 2003 Japan: 3 Antenna Models for Wireless LAN Are Developed
Tokyo, January 30, 2003 – FDK developed 3 models of antenna for Wireless LAN(WLAN) correspondence apparatus, such as a personal computer, and a PC card, a home-server, and since FDK planned the product lineup which can respond to the telecommunications standard and apparatus of WLAN.
30 January 2003 UK: Fujitsu Announces World's Fastest CMOS DAC
Maidenhead, January 30, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces the MB86064 Dual 14-bit 800MSa/s Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC). This is the first Application Specific Standard Product (ASSP) based on its Next Generation DAC technology.
28 January 2003 USA: Fujitsu Develops All-Plastic Ferrule for Optical Connectors
Sunnyvale, CA, January 28, 2003 – Fujitsu Component Ltd. (Head Office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Capital: 2764 Million Yen; President: Tozo Ono] and Fujitsu Laboratory Ltd. [Head Office: Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki City; Capital: 5 Billion Yen; President: Michio Fujisaki] have jointly developed a process for mass-producing inexpensive, all-plastic ferrules with high strength, high durability and optical characteristics equivalent to traditional Zirconia ferrules.
21 January 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Unveils 40Gbps LN Optical Modulator with 1.8V Drive Voltage
Tokyo, January 21, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the introduction of a new 40Gbps LN optical modulator with 1.8V drive voltage - lowest of its kind in the world.
21 January 2003 USA: KVM Switch Provides USB Link; Allows Audio and Peripheral Sharing
Sunnyvale, CA, January 21, 2003 – Targeting the small office/home office market, Fujitsu Components America, Inc. today released a 2-port KVM switch with dual functionality for PC control and peripheral sharing. The device conserves desktop space, reduces power consumption, and minimizes equipment requirements.
20 January 2003 Japan: FSMLabs Supports the Fujitsu FR-V Processor Family with RTLinux/Pro
Tokyo, January 20, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited and FSMLabs, Inc. today announced that they have been verifying FSMLabs' RTLinux/Pro on evaluation boards with Fujitsu's FR-V family of processors and have validated exceptional levels of real-time processing performance required for multi-media equipment. FSMLabs Japan Ltd., the Japan office of FSMLabs, will start selling this system "RTLinux/Pro for FR-V" from February 1st.
14 January 2003 Japan: Fujitsu Launches its MB90890 Series of 16-Bit CAN Microcontrollers
Tokyo, January 14, 2003 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of two products in its new MB90890 series of 16-bit microcontrollers that support the Controller Area Network (CAN) interface, the standard protocol for automotive network applications. These are the first products to use Fujitsu's newly developed F2MC-16LX 16-bit microcontroller architecture, the world's first with dual-operation flash memory. The two products are available starting today.
14 January 2003 USA: Fujitsu Delivers Seven New High Performance ASICs to Texas-Based Chiaro Networks for New Enstara Platform
San Jose, CA / Richardson, TX, January 14, 2003 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) has completed a set of seven powerful ASICs for ChiaroTM Networks that formed the engine for the industry’s first infrastructure class Routing Platform, the two companies announced today. The EnstaraTM routing system is currently being deployed in high-performance networks.
14 January 2003 USA: Fujitsu’s MicroGiGaCN Connector among EDN Magazine’s Top 100 Products of 2002
Sunnyvale, CA, January 14, 2003 – From the thousands of new electronic devices submitted to EDN Magazine, Fujitsu’s matched-impedance MicroGiGaCN mezzanine connector ranked as one of the Top 100 products introduced in 2002.

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27 February 2002 CA: Fujitsu Microelectronics America and Sanmina-SCI Establish Strategic Relationship
San Jose,, February 27, 2002 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Sanmina-SCI Corporation (NASDAQ: SANM), a leading supplier of integrated design and electronics manufacturing solutions (EMS), have established an alliance to co-market products using Fujitsu’s industry-leading fingerprint sensor technology. According to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) announced today, the two companies are developing solutions that employ Fujitsu’s biometric fingerprint sensor ICs into multiple applications.

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