Today at the 2014 International CES,Conexant Systems Inc., an audio and imaging innovation leader, announced that its embedded imaging software supports Broadcom Corporation's world-class embedded WiFi networking solution, the BCM43143. The embedded solution allows printer OEMs to seamlessly use the BCM43143 in designs that use Conexant's imaging SoCs. The new solution integrates Broadcom's drivers with Conexant's imaging system SoC and embedded software to bring low cost, low power and support for the latest WiFi standards to multi-function and single-function printers (MFP, SFP).

Wireless printing is quickly crossing into the territory of 'need' rather than 'want' for consumers and enterprises alike. Today, the majority of MFPs and SFPs support WiFi, which is the key to connecting mobile computing devices to the Internet and other peripherals - such as printers - to make wireless printing possible.

"Conexant's long history, diverse customer base and track record of winning new designs were just a few of the reasons that led to us to this collaboration," noted Jeff Baer, Broadcom director of Business Development, Wireless Connectivity. "Our joint effort combines Broadcom's industry leading innovation in wireless connectivity to create a world-class solution that addresses the growing need for reliable wireless printing."

According to Bill Garvis, general manager for Conexant's Imaging System Group, "In keeping with the spirit of our ImagingSmartTM line of solutions, which are designed from start to finish with our customers in mind, our collaboration with Broadcom enables our joint customers to bring a very high level of value to their end products."

Mobile printing and networking apps including Apple Air Print and Google Cloud Print will also benefit from the collaboration by enabling reliable high performance WiFi networking when and where users need it.

Experience Smart: Conexant at CES

At 2014 International CES, Conexant is presenting an enhanced user experience at its 'Experience SmartTM' suite. From voice interactive applications that go mobile - to cloud imaging for printing - to video processors that deliver quality, Conexant combines its significant IP portfolio in DSP and mixed signal technology with innovative embedded software to produce highly innovative software and silicon solutions. These solutions are designed to enrich and expand audio and imaging capabilities. At the show, Conexant will be demonstrating a range of ImagingSmart solutions. Please visit Conexant's Experience Smart Facebook page for all of the details.

About Conexant

Conexant Systems, Inc., an audio and imaging innovation leader, combines its significant IP portfolio in DSP and mixed signal technology with embedded software to deliver highly innovative software and silicon solutions to enrich and expand audio and imaging capabilities. Both enterprise and consumer markets are addressed by Conexant's AudioSmartTM and ImagingSmartTM solutions. Products with the company's technology built-in include PCs, tablet computers, smart phones, TVs, headsets, printers, video monitors, game consoles and a variety of other devices. Founded in 1999, Conexant is a privately-held fabless semiconductor company headquartered in Irvine, Calif. with offices worldwide and design centers in the U.S. and Asia. To learn more, please visit www.conexant.com, follow them on LinkedIn and like them on Facebook.

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