Dialog Semiconductor Pioneers Integration of ARM Processor in Power Management ICS

Jalal Bagherli, CEO at Dialog said: 'By embedding an efficient 32-bit processor core into a PMIC we push the boundaries of system power design and bring sophisticated digital control to the world of smartphone design.'

Tudor Brown, President of ARM said: 'Through partnering with Dialog we have opened a brand new application area for ARM processors in a smartphone or tablet design. Dialog is at the forefront of highly integrated power management systems. I am convinced that the availability of sophisticated ARM processor-based PMICs will make a real impact on the user experience delivered by then generation devices.'

Dialog PMICs enable manufacturers to quickly and easily bring power-optimised smartphones and tablets to market. The highly integrated and configurable single chip devices deliver extended battery life, a reduced bill of materials and increased system reliability.

Note to editors: Dialog Semiconductor creates highly integrated, mixed-signal integrated circuits optimised for personal portable, low energy short-range wireless, lighting, display and automotive applications. The company provides flexible and dynamic support, world-class technology and the assurance of dealing with an established business partner.

With its in a class by itself focus and expertise in energy efficient system power management, and now with the recent addition of low energy short range wireless and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) innovation to the portfolio, Dialog brings decades of experience to the rapid development of ICs for personal portable applications including smartphones, tablet PCs, digital cordless phones and gaming applications.

The performance in terms of extended battery lifetime

Dialog's power management processor companion chips are essential for enhancing both the performance in terms of extended battery lifetime and the consumers' multimedia experience. With world-class manufacturing partners, Dialog operates a fabless business model.

Dialog Semiconductor plc is headquartered nearly Stuttgart with a global sales, R&D and marketing organisation. In 2011, it had in broad outline $527 million in revenue and was one of the fastest growing European public semiconductor companies. It currently has roughly 650 employees. The company is listed on the Frankfurt stock exchange and is a member of the German TecDax index.