IAR becomes first independent tool vendor to support ARM Cortex-A5 core

IAR Systems has announced support for the ARM Cortex-A5 core within IAR Embedded Workbench – the first independent tool vendor to support the technology.

The processor is suitable for applications ranging from low cost handsets, feature phones and smart mobile devices, to embedded, consumer and industrial devices. "IAR Systems is highly committed to support ARM's current and future technology", said Fredrik Medin, marketing director, IAR Systems. "Our early support of Cortex-A5 is another example of our ability to provide developers with powerful and reliable tools, and to be in the forefront of ARM Cortex developments". IAR Embedded Workbench is one of the most widely used tool chains for ARM and provides support for wide range of ARM devices.