LG takes ARM11 license for next generation tvs
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By using ARM11 MPCore multicore processors, LG says it will be able to provide flexible and cost effective processing in next generation digital tvs. It adds the move will allow it to target a range of platforms with the same architecture by implementing single or multiple symmetric multiprocessing cores.
Meanwhile, ARM's Mali-200 and Mali-400 MP graphics processors will support 1080p resolutions, not only bringing high definition graphics to tv programmes, but also improving the browsing experience on DTV user interfaces.
"By licensing ARM technologies, LG Electronics will be able to offer a future proofed premium quality digital tv experience for today's connected home," said Seung-Jong Choi, research fellow of Digital TV Lab, LG Electronics. "The connected home relies on technology that is fully functional and that guarantees a high quality, energy efficient multimedia experience. With Web 2.0 requirements moving into a connected and high definition home, LG Electronics has selected the ARM architecture to guarantee longevity for our own technology."
Mike Inglis, general manager of ARM's processor division, added: "The combination of ARM cpu and Mali graphics processors clearly represents a compelling package for DTV and connected home technology manufacturers, who will be able to provide their customers with integrated, high quality internet connected devices that are proven to be energy efficient."
