MediaTek, one of the world’s largest fabless integrated circuit (IC) design companies, has teamed up with its subsidiary Airoha Technology to introduce the industry’s most comprehensive Wi-Fi 7 and 10G-PON platform solution. This cutting-edge technology, designed for broadband service providers worldwide, is set to revolutionise the connectivity landscape with its unparalleled performance and efficiency.
Airoha Technology (AIROHA), with over 20 years of global experience in fixed broadband IC design, has played a pivotal role in developing this solution, which promises to deliver exceptional broadband performance for consumers while reducing operational costs for service providers. As broadband networks worldwide prepare for future demands, this advanced platform aims to help operators meet the growing need for faster, more reliable, and energy-efficient internet services.
Over the past three years, MediaTek and AIROHA have achieved significant milestones, securing design wins in over 30 projects globally. Tier 1 broadband service providers in Europe, in particular, are preparing to commercialise these solutions for end-users starting in early 2025. These projects, featuring MediaTek and AIROHA’s Wi-Fi 7 with 10G-PON technology, are currently undergoing final tests and are expected to pave the way for a new era in broadband services.
Alongside its collaboration with major service providers, MediaTek and AIROHA have partnered with several global original design manufacturers (ODMs) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). This collaboration aims to deliver reliable, fully integrated broadband solutions to smaller and mid-sized operators, allowing them to rapidly launch their services and enhance their market competitiveness.
The Wi-Fi 7 and 10G-PON solutions offer extensive support for a wide range of mainstream software operating systems and development environments, including prplOS, RDK-B, OpenWrt, and OpenSync. This flexibility enables service providers to customise software and differentiate their products, ensuring they can meet the specific needs of their users.
One of the platform’s standout features is its intelligent Adaptive Voltage Scaling (AVS) technology, designed to address the rising cost of electricity faced by consumers. This energy-saving technology dynamically reduces system power consumption, helping service providers meet their sustainability goals by lowering carbon emissions. According to MediaTek, their solution has been recognised by European service providers as having the lowest power consumption and the highest energy efficiency in its class.
In addition to the advanced chip design, the platform includes a comprehensive software and hardware package that simplifies design complexity, reduces maintenance, and enhances customer support. This unified approach significantly lowers operational costs for service providers and accelerates the rollout of new services across different regions. The solution’s scalability is particularly crucial for operators expanding their presence in multiple markets, allowing them to deploy the same technology across continents seamlessly.
The MediaTek Group has established long-term partnerships with numerous clients, some lasting over two decades. This strong track record has enabled the company to continually enhance its technologies, providing a competitive edge to its clients in the evolving broadband landscape.
MediaTek and AIROHA will showcase their Wi-Fi 7 and 10G-PON platform at Network X 2024, from 8th to 10th October at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. For more information or to arrange a meeting, visit their website at airoha.com.