Synaptics Extends Veros™ IoT Connectivity Leadership with Dual-Core Bluetooth® 5.4 and IEEE 802.15.4 System on Chip
Synaptics has launched the SYN20708, a new dual-core system on chip (SoC) extending its Veros IoT connectivity family. This Matter-compliant SoC supports concurrent operation of Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee, and Thread protocols on both cores.
The chip features dual-antenna maximum ratio combining for enhanced range, supports Bluetooth 5.4 certification with compatibility for Bluetooth 6.0, and includes Channel Sounding. It's designed for applications requiring low latency, superior range, and low power consumption, targeting markets like home hubs, soundbars, automotive infotainment systems, and healthcare devices.
Synaptics ha lanciato il SYN20708, un nuovo sistema su chip (SoC) dual-core che amplia la sua famiglia di connettività Veros IoT. Questo SoC compatibile con Matter supporta il funzionamento simultaneo dei protocolli Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee e Thread su entrambi i core.
Il chip presenta una combinazione a massima proporzione con doppia antenna per un raggio d'azione migliorato, supporta la certificazione Bluetooth 5.4 con compatibilità per Bluetooth 6.0 e include il Channel Sounding. È progettato per applicazioni che richiedono bassa latenza, alta copertura e basso consumo energetico, mirando a mercati come hub domestici, soundbar, sistemi di infotainment automobilistici e dispositivi per la salute.
Synaptics ha lanzado el SYN20708, un nuevo sistema en un chip (SoC) de doble núcleo que amplía su familia de conectividad Veros IoT. Este SoC compatible con Matter admite la operación concurrente de los protocolos Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee y Thread en ambos núcleos.
El chip presenta combinación de máxima proporción con doble antena para un mayor alcance, admite certificación Bluetooth 5.4 con compatibilidad para Bluetooth 6.0 e incluye Channel Sounding. Está diseñado para aplicaciones que requieren baja latencia, rango superior y bajo consumo de energía, apuntando a mercados como hubs para el hogar, barras de sonido, sistemas de infoentretenimiento automotriz y dispositivos de salud.
시냅틱스는 SYN20708을 출시하였습니다. 이 듀얼코어 시스템 온 칩(SoC)은 Veros IoT 연결 패밀리를 확장합니다. 이 매터(Matter) 호환 SoC는 블루투스 클래식, 블루투스 저전력(BLE), 지그비, 스레드 프로토콜의 동시 운영을 지원합니다.
이 칩은 범위를 향상시키기 위한 이중 안테나 최대 비율 복합화를 특징으로 하며, 블루투스 5.4 인증을 지원하고 블루투스 6.0과의 호환성을 가지며, 채널 사운딩을 포함하고 있습니다. 이 칩은 낮은 지연 시간, 뛰어난 범위, 낮은 전력 소비를 요구하는 응용 프로그램을 위해 설계되었으며, 가정용 허브, 사운드바, 자동차 인포테인먼트 시스템 및 의료 기기와 같은 시장을 타겟으로 하고 있습니다.
Synaptics a lancé le SYN20708, un nouveau système sur puce (SoC) à double cœur qui étend sa famille de connectivité Veros IoT. Ce SoC compatible avec Matter prend en charge le fonctionnement simultané des protocoles Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee et Thread sur les deux cœurs.
La puce dispose d'une combinaison à rapport maximal avec double antenne pour une portée améliorée, prend en charge la certification Bluetooth 5.4 avec compatibilité pour Bluetooth 6.0 et inclut le Channel Sounding. Elle est conçue pour des applications nécessitant une faible latence, une portée supérieure et une faible consommation d'énergie, ciblant des marchés tels que les hubs domestiques, les barres de son, les systèmes d'infodivertissement automobiles et les dispositifs de santé.
Synaptics hat den SYN20708, ein neues dual-core System-on-Chip (SoC), auf den Markt gebracht, das die Veros IoT-Konnektivitätsfamilie erweitert. Dieses Matter-konforme SoC unterstützt den gleichzeitigen Betrieb der Protokolle Bluetooth Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee und Thread auf beiden Kernen.
Der Chip verfügt über eine doppelte Antenne mit maximaler Verhältniskombination für erweiterten Bereich, unterstützt die Bluetooth 5.4-Zertifizierung mit Kompatibilität zu Bluetooth 6.0 und umfasst Channel Sounding. Er ist für Anwendungen konzipiert, die geringe Latenz, überlegene Reichweite und niedrigen Stromverbrauch erfordern, und richtet sich an Märkte wie Smart Home-Hubs, Soundbars, Automobil-Infotainmentsysteme und Gesundheitsgeräte.
- Advanced dual-core architecture supporting multiple wireless protocols simultaneously
- Enhanced range capability through dual-antenna technology (>2x range)
- Forward-compatible with upcoming Bluetooth 6.0 standard
- Versatile application potential across multiple high-growth markets
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Insights
The SYN20708 represents a significant technical advancement in IoT connectivity solutions, particularly noteworthy for its dual-core architecture and multi-protocol support. The inclusion of Bluetooth 5.4 certification with 6.0 compliance readiness positions this chip ahead of current market offerings. The dual-antenna system with MRC and TxBF capabilities effectively doubles the range, which is a important differentiator for IoT applications where distance and signal reliability are paramount.
The chip's ability to handle multiple protocols concurrently on both cores is technically impressive, reducing system complexity and potentially lowering BOM costs for OEMs. The proprietary CoEX technology for 2.4 GHz band coexistence addresses a critical pain point in crowded wireless environments. While this product shows technical promise, market impact will depend on adoption rates in key verticals like automotive infotainment and smart home hubs.
While this product launch demonstrates Synaptics' continued innovation in IoT connectivity, its immediate market impact appears The IoT semiconductor space is highly competitive, with established players like Nordic Semiconductor and Silicon Labs offering similar solutions. The SYN20708's differentiators, including dual-core architecture and multi-protocol support, are evolutionary rather than revolutionary improvements.
The target markets - home hubs, automotive infotainment and healthcare systems - are growing but face near-term headwinds from macro economic conditions affecting consumer spending and automotive production. Without pricing details or specific design wins announced, it's difficult to project meaningful revenue impact in the short term. This appears to be more of a strategic positioning move to maintain competitiveness rather than a significant catalyst for stock movement.
The SYN20708 supports Bluetooth Classic, BLE, Zigbee, and Thread concurrently to deliver simultaneous connectivity to multiple endpoints in heterogeneous network environments
SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synaptics® Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) today extended its industry-leading VerosTM IoT connectivity family with the SYN20708 dual-core system on chip (SoC) for Bluetooth® 5.4 and IEEE 802.15.4. The Matter-compliant SoC supports Bluetooth (BT) Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee®, and Thread protocols concurrently on both cores to allow simultaneous connections to multiple endpoints in heterogeneous network environments. The SYN20708 explicitly targets use cases that demand low latency, superior range, low power, and seamless interoperability with low system cost and minimal design complexity. Specific applications include dedicated home hubs, soundbars, automotive infotainment systems, control panels, and other consumer, automotive, healthcare, and industrial systems.
“With wireless IoT networks and nodes proliferating rapidly, we believe the SYN20708 provides device makers with a high-performance BT/BLE and 802.15.4 dual-core connectivity solution that delivers now on the need for flexible and robust connectivity,” said Vineet Ganju, VP of Wireless Marketing at Synaptics. “The SoC comes with Veros’ renowned software and ease of integration, allowing customers to innovate swiftly while meeting the most demanding latency and range requirements.”
Technical highlights
The highly integrated SYN20708 is based on a modular software architecture that streamlines the development of devices compatible with multiple heterogeneous wireless connections and protocols.
Key features of the SoC include:
- Support for dual-antenna maximum ratio combining (MRC) and transmit beamforming (TxBF) for >2x range
- Support for BT Classic Audio and LE Audio
- Bluetooth 5.4 certification and compliance with Bluetooth 6.0, including Channel Sounding
- Support for IEEE 802.15.4 (OpenThread and ZBOSS) up to Version 2
- Support for BLE Long Range, angle of departure (AoD), and angle of arrival (AoA)
- Open-source BLE stack to support full MCU mode
- Synaptics’ proprietary CoEXTM technology for enhanced coexistence in the 2.4 GHz band
Availability
The SYN20708 is available now. Learn more:
- Get product brief and images
- Contact your local sales representative
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