Morelink Launches Next-Generation 5G Repeater Solutions in Partnership with MaxLinear
Morelink Technology has launched a new 5G Repeater platform powered by MaxLinear's (NASDAQ: MXL) MxL1600 RF transceivers. The new platform supports multiple operators' frequencies simultaneously and provides a foundation for AI repeaters development.
The solution features MaxLinear's MxL1600 RF transceivers, which deliver up to 50% better power efficiency compared to competitors, support all RAN air interface standards from 2G to 5G, and offer wideband RF performance up to 400MHz.
According to the Ericsson Mobility Report (2024), 5G coverage is expected to reach 75-80% of the global population by 2028, up from 60% in 2024. Rural coverage is projected to increase from 15-20% in 2023 to 30-35% by 2028. Samples of the MxL1600 devices and evaluation boards are currently available.
Morelink Technology ha lanciato una nuova piattaforma di ripetitori 5G alimentata dai trasmettitori RF MxL1600 di MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL). La nuova piattaforma supporta simultaneamente le frequenze di più operatori e fornisce una base per lo sviluppo di ripetitori AI.
La soluzione presenta i trasmettitori RF MxL1600 di MaxLinear, che offrono un'efficienza energetica fino al 50% migliore rispetto ai concorrenti, supportano tutti gli standard dell'interfaccia aerea RAN da 2G a 5G e offrono prestazioni RF a banda larga fino a 400MHz.
Secondo il Rapporto sulla Mobilità Ericsson (2024), si prevede che la copertura 5G raggiunga il 75-80% della popolazione globale entro il 2028, rispetto al 60% nel 2024. Si prevede che la copertura rurale aumenti dal 15-20% nel 2023 al 30-35% entro il 2028. I campioni dei dispositivi MxL1600 e delle schede di valutazione sono attualmente disponibili.
Morelink Technology ha lanzado una nueva plataforma de repetidores 5G impulsada por los transceptores RF MxL1600 de MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL). La nueva plataforma soporta simultáneamente las frecuencias de múltiples operadores y proporciona una base para el desarrollo de repetidores AI.
La solución cuenta con los transceptores RF MxL1600 de MaxLinear, que ofrecen hasta un 50% más de eficiencia energética en comparación con los competidores, soportan todos los estándares de interfaz aérea RAN desde 2G hasta 5G y brindan un rendimiento RF de banda ancha de hasta 400MHz.
Según el Informe de Movilidad de Ericsson (2024), se espera que la cobertura 5G alcance entre el 75% y el 80% de la población mundial para 2028, frente al 60% en 2024. Se proyecta que la cobertura rural aumente del 15-20% en 2023 al 30-35% para 2028. Las muestras de los dispositivos MxL1600 y las placas de evaluación están actualmente disponibles.
모어링크 테크놀로지는 MaxLinear(NASDAQ: MXL)의 MxL1600 RF 트랜시버로 구동되는 새로운 5G 리피터 플랫폼을 출시했습니다. 이 새로운 플랫폼은 여러 운영자의 주파수를 동시에 지원하며 AI 리피터 개발을 위한 기초를 제공합니다.
이 솔루션은 MaxLinear의 MxL1600 RF 트랜시버를 특징으로 하며, 경쟁업체에 비해 최대 50% 더 나은 전력 효율성을 제공하고, 2G에서 5G까지 모든 RAN 공기 인터페이스 표준을 지원하며, 최대 400MHz의 광대역 RF 성능을 제공합니다.
에릭슨 모빌리티 보고서 (2024)에 따르면, 5G 커버리지는 2028년까지 전 세계 인구의 75-80%에 도달할 것으로 예상되며, 2024년의 60%에서 증가합니다. 농촌 지역의 커버리지는 2023년의 15-20%에서 2028년까지 30-35%로 증가할 것으로 예상됩니다. 현재 MxL1600 장치 및 평가 보드 샘플이 제공되고 있습니다.
Morelink Technology a lancé une nouvelle plateforme de répéteurs 5G alimentée par les transceivers RF MxL1600 de MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL). La nouvelle plateforme prend en charge simultanément les fréquences de plusieurs opérateurs et fournit une base pour le développement de répéteurs AI.
La solution comporte les transceivers RF MxL1600 de MaxLinear, qui offrent jusqu'à 50 % d'efficacité énergétique en plus par rapport à la concurrence, prennent en charge tous les standards d'interface aérienne RAN de 2G à 5G et offrent des performances RF large bande allant jusqu'à 400 MHz.
Selon le Rapport sur la mobilité d'Ericsson (2024), la couverture 5G devrait atteindre 75-80 % de la population mondiale d'ici 2028, contre 60 % en 2024. La couverture rurale devrait passer de 15-20 % en 2023 à 30-35 % d'ici 2028. Des échantillons des dispositifs MxL1600 et des cartes d'évaluation sont actuellement disponibles.
Morelink Technology hat eine neue 5G-Repeater-Plattform eingeführt, die von den RF-Transceivern MxL1600 von MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL) betrieben wird. Die neue Plattform unterstützt gleichzeitig die Frequenzen mehrerer Betreiber und bietet eine Grundlage für die Entwicklung von KI-Repeatern.
Die Lösung umfasst MaxLinears MxL1600 RF-Transceiver, die im Vergleich zu Wettbewerbern eine bis zu 50% bessere Energieeffizienz bieten, alle RAN-Luftschnittstellenstandards von 2G bis 5G unterstützen und eine Breitband-RF-Leistung von bis zu 400MHz bieten.
Laut dem Ericsson Mobility Report (2024) wird erwartet, dass die 5G-Abdeckung bis 2028 75-80% der Weltbevölkerung erreichen wird, gegenüber 60% im Jahr 2024. Die ländliche Abdeckung wird voraussichtlich von 15-20% im Jahr 2023 auf 30-35% bis 2028 steigen. Muster der MxL1600-Geräte und Evaluierungsboards sind derzeit verfügbar.
- MxL1600 RF transceivers achieve 50% better power efficiency than competitors
- Technology supports all RAN standards from 2G to 5G including MC-GSM
- Wideband RF performance reaches up to 400MHz
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Insights
This strategic partnership marks a significant advancement in MaxLinear's 5G infrastructure business, positioning the company at the forefront of the rapidly expanding 5G repeater market. The MxL1600's technical superiority, particularly its 50% reduction in power consumption, addresses a critical pain point in 5G deployment - operating costs and energy efficiency.
The timing is particularly strategic, as the market is entering a important growth phase. With global 5G coverage expected to expand from 60% to 75-80% by 2028, and rural coverage projected to double from 15-20% to 30-35%, MaxLinear is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this growth market. The repeater segment is especially important for cost-effective coverage expansion in both urban and rural areas.
The partnership with Morelink carries several strategic advantages: First, it validates MaxLinear's technology leadership in RF solutions, potentially attracting other OEMs. Second, the early market entry with a superior product creates barriers to entry for competitors. Third, the support for multiple cellular standards (2G to 5G) ensures broader market applicability and longer product lifecycle.
From a business perspective, this positions MaxLinear to benefit from both the initial infrastructure buildout and the ongoing expansion of 5G networks. The company's focus on energy efficiency aligns perfectly with operators' priorities to reduce operating expenses, potentially commanding premium pricing and higher margins. The availability of evaluation boards suggests readiness for immediate market engagement, which could translate to revenue recognition in the near term.
- Selects MxL1600 RF Transceivers to power its new 5G Repeater platform
Morelink Partners with MaxLinear for Next-Generation 5G Repeaters (Graphic: Business Wire)
As a company known for pushing the boundaries of wireless technology, Morelink continues to shape the future of 5G coverage with its innovative, high-performance, and energy-efficient solutions.
The newly launched 5G Repeater series is a revolutionary line of NSA smart repeaters that support the simultaneous operation of multiple operators' frequencies, ensuring seamless coverage and providing a solid foundation for the development of AI repeaters. Morelink 5G Repeaters offer class-leading flexibility in an ultra-compact size and low power consumption footprint enabled by MaxLinear’s MxL1600 RF transceivers.
Based on MaxLinear’s innovative RF architecture and energy efficient CMOS design, the MxL1600 transceiver family delivers advanced capability for 5G wideband repeater applications, including:
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Ultra-low power consumption that is up to
50% better than competitive offerings - Support for all RAN air interface standards from 2G to 5G including MC-GSM
- Wideband RF performance up to 400MHz
“Our close collaboration with MaxLinear dramatically accelerated our new 5G repeater development,” said Dr. YT Lee, CEO at Morelink. “The flexibility and advanced performance of the MxL1600 transceivers have empowered us to build a highly competitive RF platform. The close collaboration with MaxLinear’s technical teams has also significantly shortened our time to market, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers.”
As highlighted in the Ericsson Mobility Report (2024), the global demand for 5G coverage is rapidly expanding. By 2028, it is projected that 75
Puneet Sethi, Vice President of MaxLinear’s Wireless Infrastructure Business Unit, added, “As the demand for innovative 5G coverage solutions grows, companies like Morelink are facing the challenge of delivering products that support broader bandwidths while reducing power consumption and system costs. Morelink has risen to the occasion, releasing one of the first 5G repeaters that meets these challenges with exceptional results. We are proud to partner with them and support their ongoing innovation.”
Availability and Future Engagements
Samples of the MxL1600 devices, along with evaluation boards, are now available. For additional technical specifications, please visit www.maxlinear.com.
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Market Information
According to the Ericsson Mobility Report (2024), global 5G coverage is rapidly expanding, with 75
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