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AUSTIN, Texas & TAIPEI, Taiwan -- The development and availability of miniPCI modules is the next step needed in delivering Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology to the consumer market. This step was met today by Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NYSE:FSL) and GlobalSun Technology who collaborated on an Ultra-Wideband-enabled miniPCI module.

This module is designed to allow users to leverage the wireless benefits of UWB for various video and data streaming applications, including flat panel displays and media servers, and enables rapid transfer of data using a portable hard drive. The module is expected to be sold by GlobalSun to leading consumer electronic manufacturers for immediate integration into wireless applications.

"We have worked with Freescale over the past year on Ultra-Wideband, having successfully demonstrated a variety of UWB-enabled applications around the world," said Frank Kuo, product marketing director of GlobalSun. "This miniPCI module marks the next step in our relationship as we move towards commercialization with Freescale's UWB products. Freescale's UWB approach meets our data rate, low power consumption and cost requirements, while meeting the U.S. regulatory requirements for UWB operation."

The miniPCI module uses Freescale's XS110, which recently received Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification for commercial use, enabling commercial deployment of the technology.

"Integrating UWB into a miniPCI module showcases GlobalSun's innovation and leadership in WLAN/WPAN products," said Franz Fink, senior vice president and general manager of Freescale's wireless group. "We believe GlobalSun's module offers an unprecedented solution for home connectivity and WLAN applications and will rapidly enable consumer electronics manufacturers to begin delivering UWB-enabled products."

The XS110 utilizes the DS-UWB approach, which is currently a leading candidate for the IEEE(R) 802.15.3 standard for high-speed wireless personal area networks (WPANs). Using DS-UWB, the chipset achieves over 110 megabits per second (Mbps) data rates and consumes minimal power, making it ideal for multimedia applications requiring the wireless distribution of audio and video. Initial consumer applications are expected to include large screen displays (plasma, LCD), digital video recorders and set-top boxes. Mobile applications, such as portable hard drives and digital cameras, are expected to follow in 2005.

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