Suitable for wearables and IoT devices requiring ultra-low power.

Above Semiconductor announced that it has successfully developed next-generation Bluetooth Smart and MCUs into System-on-Chip (SoC) and is preparing for full-scale mass production.

Above Semiconductor's BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) series consists of three products: A31R112, A31R114, and A31R118, which incorporate Bluetooth Smart, an MCU, and memory. In particular, the instantaneous maximum current consumption during receive and transmit modes is 7mA, and the standby power consumption is 900nA, boasting low power efficiency that is comparable to that of global MCU makers.

Recently, it has become possible to provide competitive characteristics for IoT and wearable devices that require ultra-low power. Seven related patents have already been registered domestically and internationally, including in Korea, the United States, and China, and 13 more are currently pending.

Above Semiconductor's products are characterized by not only simply implementing MCU and Bluetooth functions, but also incorporating a LPWAN (Low Power Wide Area Network) stack and supporting protocol control. Based on these technological advantages, strategic alliances are possible with terminal manufacturers and mobile carrier customers who are looking to expand LPWAN.
In addition, by integrating and equipping the Voice ADC and the IR learning circuit, which was developed in-house and has proven competitive in the market, it is possible to implement voice-based AI and deep learning. As a result, it is evaluated as a product with excellent cost-effectiveness among similar products, and accordingly, it is expected to be applied to smart home hub terminals and AI speakers.

Above Semiconductor has already started marketing activities targeting domestic and international customers producing IoT and wearable devices, and due to positive evaluations, it is known that some companies are considering adopting Above Semiconductor's BLE series.

Above Semiconductor stated that it will continue this trend to establish itself as a major player in the domestic IoT and wearable markets, and at the same time, through active marketing activities in overseas markets such as China, Europe, the United States, and Japan, BLE MCUs will play a pivotal role in Above Semiconductor's growth as a growth engine when the IoT era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution blossoms.