LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Actions
Semiconductor® Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACTS) today introduced a new
quad-core system-on-a-chip (SoC) to provide primary processing,
connectivity, enhanced battery life and other capabilities in
computer tablets and set top boxes (STB). The new processor is most
ideal for mid-tier, high volume Android® tablet manufacturer
designs. It will be available in the USA, Asia,
Europe and other locations in
November 2014.
The new Actions Semiconductor SoC is the ATM7059 and it is based
on a 28nm LP process and fourth generation technology design. It is
a 1.6GHz ARM® Cortex® A-9-based CPU with an Imagination
Technologies™ PowerVR™ SGX Series5XT graphics processing unit
(GPU). Other key applications include smart monitors, ultrabooks,
digital signage, and other cloud-connected devices.
Video and Audio Capabilities
Key video capabilities include H.264 decoding with ultra HD 4K
video playback. It also supports other mainstream formats, such as
1080P at 60fps capture. Video encoding is H.264 full 1080P HD at
60fps capture. The SoC allows for a primary LCD display and
external 1080P display with support for HDMI 1.4. It also supports
high-quality wireless Miracast and DLNA. The display engine
provides scaling, alpha blending, and dithering and supports up to
a 24 bit LCD controller using an LVDS/MIPI interface. Supported
screen sizes are from 7-18 inches. A rear and front-facing camera
can be supported, from 1.3-8MP and 0.3-2MP, respectively.
Operating System, Memory, Ports and Supported Sensors
Supported operating systems include Android KitKat 4.4.4
(2014Q4) and Android 5.0 Lollipop (2015Q1). Memory support, from
512MB to 2GB, includes: 8/16-bit DDR3/DDR3L, 16/32-bit LPDDR2 and
LPDDR3. Internal storage support is rated at 4-64GB and includes
support for primitive NAND Flash and eMMC 4.5. It also provides
support for one USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 connection ports with
support for host and device mode.
In addition, the ATM7059 has a high level of integration for
peripherals such as, SPI, UART, TWI, SPID, TS, 10/100Base Ethernet
MAC, and more. Sensors can also be supported, such as for 3-axis
gyro, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, ambient light sensors,
and more.
Battery, Wi-Fi and Other Radio Capabilities
Supported batteries cover a range from 3,000mAh to 8000mAh.
Quick charging with an indicator, DC5V support, and USB charging
are integrated. For Internet and other connectivity, the ATM7059
provides dual-band Wi-Fi support for a / b / g / n. GPS, GLONASS
and Beidou. Bluetooth standards capabilities are 2.1+EDR, 3.0 and
4.1.
Pricing and Availability
Actions Semiconductor's ATM7059 is in the process of obtaining
certifications from Google GMS, CE, FCC, EMC, and more. The device
will be available for mass shipping worldwide by the end of
November throughout Asia, the
USA, Europe and more. Pricing is based on mass
quantities purchased and varies by amounts.
About Actions Semiconductor
Actions Semiconductor is one of China's leading fabless semiconductor
companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and
mobile Internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable
consumer electronics. The company's products include SoCs,
firmware, software, solution development kits, as well as detailed
specifications of other required components. Actions Semiconductor
also provides total product and technology solutions. This allows
customers to quickly launch portable consumer electronics to market
in a cost effective way. The Company is headquartered in Zhuhai,
China, with offices in
Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Taipei. For
more information, please visit the Actions Semiconductor website at
http://www.actions-semi.com.
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