Intel has already started shipping to device manufacturers their first LTE modem chip that also supports 3G and 2G networks. To clear things up, this new chip is not Intel's first LTE modem. However, this Intel XMM7160 chip not only supports 15 global LTE bands but also 5-band HSPA+ and 4-band EDGE. With the XMM7160, Intel is hoping that it will put them back in the game. Got the official statement from Intel Corporation today and it turns out bigger than we originally expected and involves around 5,000 to 6,000 employees worldwide, including 1,800 in the Philippines. Copy of the full disclosure below: Chuck Mulloy Intel Corporation Santa Clara, California, Jan. 21, 2009 – Intel Corporation today disclosed plans to restructure some of its manufacturing operations and align its manufacturing capacity to current market conditions. However, not all employees will leave Intel; some may be offered positions at other facilities. Read more in our articles including "Intel ships first LTE modem for smartphones and tablets" and "Intel closes Malaysia, Philippines, Oregon & California Operations".
Intel has already started shipping to device manufacturers their first LTE modem chip that also supports 3G and 2G networks. To clear things up, this new chip is not Intel's first LTE modem.
However, this Intel XMM7160 chip not only supports 15 global LTE bands but also 5-band HSPA+ and 4-band EDGE. With the XMM7160, Intel is hoping that it will put them back in the game. Got the official statement from Intel Corporation today and it turns out bigger than we originally expected and involves around 5,000 to 6,000 employees worldwide, including 1,800 in the Philippines.
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