SAN DIEGO, Calif.-Qualcomm Inc. said it has joined the Wi-Fi Alliance, saying it aims to be directly involved with ensuring wireless local area network technology is compatible with the company’s Mobile Station Modem chipsets.
“Qualcomm is pleased to take the important step of joining the Wi-Fi Alliance to help ensure the interoperability of WLAN technologies with CDMA2000, W-CDMA, and other wireless standards supported by our solutions,” said Ed Tiedemann, senior vice president of engineering for Qualcomm. “We look forward to working closely together on the interoperability of 802.11 a, b, and g standards-as well as the expected 802.11n standard-with cellular networks, helping ensure seamless compatibility across our product portfolio and driving the convergence of mobile capabilities.”
Qualcomm, one of the largest makers of cellular chipsets, recently announced that it will integrate WLAN modules into select MSM chipsets to offer connectivity to IP networks, and will feature compatibility with 802.11b and 802.11g protocols on CDMA2000 and W-CDMA networks. The company holds many patents on cellular technology for both CDMA and W-CDMA systems.
“In becoming a member of the Wi-Fi Alliance, Qualcomm joins more than 200 companies from around the globe who are committed to delivering interoperable Wi-Fi solutions and ensuring a positive user experience through our Wi-Fi Certified programs,” said Frank Hanzlik, managing director of the Wi-Fi Alliance. “We are pleased to have them become a part of the organization.”
