Broadcom unveils new global navigation chip for cars

     Broadcom announced the addition of a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) wireless connectivity chip to its automotive portfolio. While reducing power consumption for in-vehicle applications, the BCM89774 further improves location and positioning capabilities and reduces bill of materials (BOM) costs for automakers. For more news and information about CES, please visit the Broadcom press room.

     Shipments of automotive GPS are expected to double by 2022, creating huge business opportunities for parts suppliers, but also heralds more intense competition for market share. Broadcom's BCM89774 is unique as the only broadband acquisition RF technology provider that provides three-band synchronous reception of all visible GNSS satellite signals, including U.S. GPS, European GAL, Japanese QZSS, Russian GLONASS, Chinese BDS and global SBAS. One of the most accurate solutions available to original equipment manufacturers (Oems). The latest chip also improves the consumer experience by enhancing location accuracy in high-density urban environments and vegetated sheltered areas.

     In addition, by integrating the sensor hub and CPU on a single chip, Broadcom can help automakers significantly reduce power consumption and BOM costs. The BCM89774 is not only optimized for the stringent standards of the automotive industry, but also tested for the environmental stress requirements of the AECQ100 automotive, manufactured in TS16949 certified facilities and with full support for the production Part Approval Process (PPAP).

     Richard Barrett, Director of Broadcom's Automotive Wireless Connectivity Business unit, said: "Broadcom's latest automotive GNSS wireless connectivity chip delivers high-precision, low-power performance while reducing BOM costs, enabling automakers and Tier 1 suppliers to stay ahead of the market. By providing quality products that meet automotive grade requirements, Broadcom is well positioned for growth in this accelerating market."