Frontier Silicon, the premiere provider of digital radio and connected audio solutions declared today that its technology is in over 80% of the digital radio models that are on show at IFA 2011 supporting the launch in Germany of the new nationwide DAB / DAB+ service that is happening across the exhibition.
Frontier Silicon technology can be discovered within a good range of branded handheld, table-top and clock radios as well as within micro HiFi, MP3 docking systems and a range of other audio products. Brands such as Twin, Grundig, Philips, PURE, REVO, Roberts, Sony and Tivoli are just some of the premiere audio makers at IFA 2011 that use Frontier Silicon technology in their products which feature DAB / DAB+.
As of August 1st 2011 there have been a total of 9 new commercial radio services plus 3 public service channels online from twenty-seven new DAB / DAB+ transmitters giving coverage to 50 million folks in Germany. Exclusive digital content includes one or two different music formats from list of radio stations such as Absolut Radio, NRJ, LoungeFM, Bob and Klassik Radio plus live coverage of Bundesliga soccer from 90elf.
Since the turn on of the new transmitters, Frontier Silicon has worked closely with the broadcaster to guarantee the smooth transition to the new broadcasts with products using Frontier Silicon technology.
“As one of the premiere electronics brands in Germany, Philips is moving towards a successful launch of DAB / DAB+ here,” recounted Andre Lang-Herfurth, Promoting Director Home Audio Western Europe Philips Patron Lifestyle . “We have been cooperating closely with the broadcasters and key solution providers such as Frontier Silicon to bring our digital radio line up to the market in alignment with the launching of the services.”
“As the premiere provider of DAB / DAB+ products PURE is really pumped up about the opportunity that is developing with the launch of these new services in Germany.” announced Paul Smith, General Manager PURE. “Our long term partnership with Frontier Silicon on digital radio is one of the explanations that we can offer such a broad spread of products to the German market from day one.”
“The launch of the new German DAB / DAB+ services at IFA 2011 with the backing of a robust and exclusive content offering from the broadcasters is one of the most significant events in the world of digital radio for some time.” claimed Anthony Sethill, CEO Frontier Silicon. “We are now anticipating extending our long term cooperation with our shoppers as they launch their broad spread of products to the German market.”
About Frontier Silicon Limited
Frontier Silicon is the world’s leading provider of integrated circuits and modules for digital audio products. Established in 2001 as a privately backed fabless semiconductor company, Frontier Silicon has over 120 staff. The company is based in London, England, with design centres in Cambridge and Shannon. Frontier Silicon also has branch offices and support representation in France, Germany, Hong Kong, China and Japan. Products include complete solutions for digital audio systems including DAB, Web radio and connected audio from silicon through software to production-ready platform designs.
Customers include Bang & Olufsen, Bose, Bush, Cyrus, Denon, Twin, Gear4, Goodmans, Grundig, harman / kardon, Hitachi, JVC, Magic Box, Ministry of Sound, NAD, Onkyo, Panasonic, Philips, Pinell, Front runner, PURE, Revo, Roberts, Sanyo, Sharp, SIRIUS XM, Sony, TEAC, Tivoli Audio, Vita Audio and Yamaha.
Frontier Silicon is a trademark or registered trademark of Frontier Silicon Limited.
About Royal Philips Electronics
Royal Philips Electronics of Holland PHG -4.57% (aex:PHI) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving peoples lives through punctual discoveries. As a world leader in healthcare, approach to life and lighting, Philips integrates technologies and design into people-centric solutions, based totally on fundamental consumer revelations and the brand guarantee of “sense and simplicity”. Located in Holland, Philips employs 119,000 workers in more than 60 states around the planet as reported tagza.com.
With sales of EUR 25.4 bln in 2010, the company is an industry leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as way of life products for private contentment and pleasure with strong leading positions in flat TV, male shaving and grooming, lightweight entertainment and oral health care. Stories from Philips is located at www.philips.com / newscenter.
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