MediaTek announces triple-SIM technology for Android smartphones

MediaTekDual-SIM handsets may not be very common in North America but they are quite popular with frequent travellers as well as those who need to keep separate work and business phones. They have also proven more popular in emerging markets such as China. MediaTek has now pushed the envelope further with its announcement of what it bills as the “world’s first triple-SIM technology for 3G Android smartphones.”

Much like dual-sim technology, MediaTek’s new triple-SIM technology will allow a single device to work with three SIM cards simultaneously. Each one will be able to receive calls, transmit data, send SMS messages and remain in standby mode concurrently without consuming excessive battery life.

“In many emerging markets, multi-SIM support has become an absolute requirement. By creating a comprehensive total solution packed with premium features and advanced technologies, MediaTek is not only catering to end-user needs, but also attracting the attention of the world’s tier-one device makers, says Jeffrey Ju, GM of MediaTek’s Smartphone Business Unit. “With our long line of exciting new products in the works, we expect to bring many more affordable-premium mobile device solutions to emerging markets and others in the near future.”

MediaTek’s triple-SIM solution also comes with a built-in user interface that manufacturers can build into their devices to allow users to control the multi-SIM function, turning it on and off as needed.

LG is already onboard to use the new technology but there is no word yet on triple-SIM handsets will hit global markets. Being limited to 3G Android devices at least for now, we are not likely to see many triple-SIM devices in North America in the near future.

MediaTek also just announced it is working on true octa-core SoC for mobile devices.

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MediaTek Powers World’s First Triple-SIM 3G Smartphones

TAIWAN, Hsinchu – July 25, 2013 – MediaTek Inc., a leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions, today announced the world’s first triple-SIM technology for 3G Android smartphones. The cutting-edge solution, which comes in response to widespread demand for multi-SIM devices in emerging markets, was recently commercialized in Brazil by Optimus L4II smartphone from LG Electronics.Building on the success of its popular dual-SIM predecessor, 3G Triple-SIM technology allows for three SIM cards to be used simultaneously. Each can receive calls, transmit data, send SMS messages and remain in standby mode concurrently without consuming excessive battery life.

A key feature of the 3G Triple-SIM solution is its high level of stability, which prevents the occurrence of dropped or poor-quality calls, and reaffirms MediaTek’s reputation as the leading producer of multi-SIM chipset technologies.

“MediaTek has long provided state-of-art solutions for multi-SIM mobile devices. 3G triple-SIM is yet another example of that, says Brian Kwon, Head of Product Planning Group from LG Electronics. “Thanks to its groundbreaking technology, our new smartphones will significantly expand the connectivity options of our customers, and in so doing allow them to take advantage of multiple tariff plans.”

Beyond its pioneering technology, the 3G Triple-SIM technology also serves as a turnkey solution for manufacturers through its built-in user interface, which enables end-users to directly adjust or turn off the multi-SIM function if and when desired.

“In many emerging markets, multi-SIM support has become an absolute requirement. By creating a comprehensive total solution packed with premium features and advanced technologies, MediaTek is not only catering to end-user needs, but also attracting the attention of the world’s tier-one device makers, says Jeffrey Ju, GM of MediaTek’s Smartphone Business Unit. “With our long line of exciting new products in the works, we expect to bring many more affordable-premium mobile device solutions to emerging markets and others in the near future.”

About MediaTek Inc.

MediaTek Inc. is a leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions. The company is a market leader and pioneer in cutting-edge SOC system solutions for wireless communications, high-definition TV, optical storage, and DVD and Blu-ray products. Founded in 1997 and listed on Taiwan Stock Exchange under the “2454” code, MediaTek is headquartered in Taiwan and has sales or research subsidiaries in Mainland China, Singapore, India, United States, Japan, Korea, Denmark, England, Sweden and Dubai. For more information, visit MediaTek’s website at www.mediatek.com.

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