UWB chips on verge of success – report
The market for UWB systems and radio chips – which can use a very low energy level for short-range, high-bandwidth communications – experienced a jump in 2019, says the firm. Looking ahead, it sees continued ramping demand for UWB chips due to Apple’s iPhone 11 models, which feature the company’s new U1 ultra-wideband radio chip, along with new automotive standards for remote keyless entry.
These applications, says the firm, represent a major shift in UWB from a relatively unknown technology to a market undergoing exciting growth to high volumes.
“New developments in semiconductor chip designs and process technology, new UWB standards, and the promise of UWB for precision location in real time have created strong interest for finding misplaced keys, secure remote keyless entry to cars and buildings, and locating equipment and production pieces on the factory floor to name just a few of the many applications,” says Christopher Taylor, Director of RF & Wireless Components at Strategy Analytics. “Ultimately, UWB will enable businesses and manufacturers to use data analytics like never before to improve efficiency with accurate location data.”
Among the top nine chip suppliers, says the firm, Apple, NXP Semiconductors, and Qorvo appear best positioned to take advantage of market growth. All have UWB chips in production, strong IP, tag and anchor reference designs, location software, strong sales support, good reputations, and “the customer engagements needed for success.”
For more, see “The Return of UWB: Chip Forecast in Smartphones, Automotive, Industrial & More.”
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