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NFC Ready for Mainstream Adoption with New Combo Chip

 By: Mohamed Awad Posted: Dec. 11, 2012

The concept of mobile payments – as well as the technology that makes it possible – has been around for a while now. But just like the early days of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies, Near Field Communications technology has been slow to attract widespread adoption.

That’s starting to change. In recent months, analysts have started feeling bullish again around NFC’s potential – but not just because of mobile payments. They’re especially interested on an emerging ecosystem of use cases that …

Broadcom’s Triple Threat: “Turnkey” Platforms Lower Smartphone Costs

 By: Michael Civiello Posted: Dec. 03, 2012

Consumers are demanding more from their phones and they want it all in an affordable package.

With each iteration of mobile phone technology, they’re seeking out devices that do more and do it faster.  No longer are they content with phones that simply download files or share photos and music.  Instead, the expectation has grown to encompass an interactive mobile experience, including emailing, shooting video, running apps of all types, and sharing it all with friends. That’s on top of …

The Internet of Things: Smarter Homes and Better Health Powered by Wireless Technologies

 By: Henry Rael Posted: May. 31, 2012

When the Internet was young, static Web pages were viewed on a desktop computer, via a dial-up modem connection. Today, the Internet is so much more. It’s Google and Facebook, watching videos on YouTube and streaming music over Pandora. It’s laptop computers, tablet PCs and smartphones and connectivity that’s always there – either via always-on Wi-Fi at home or mobile broadband connections standard in many mobile devices.

And yet, the real power of the Internet has yet to be realized.…

Broadcom Bluetooth Visionary Rob Hulvey Inducted Into Bluetooth Hall of Fame

 By: Emily Weisburg Posted: May. 03, 2012

Bluetooth technology is found in some of the hottest products on the market today. It not only enables mono headsets for hands-free phone calls and wireless keyboards and mice but also can be found in the latest car audio systems, video game controllers and 3D TV.

Rob Hulvey, Associate Technical Director for Broadcom’s Mobile and Wireless Group, was recognized last week for his contributions to the development of Bluetooth technology by being named to the 2012 Bluetooth Hall of Fame…

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