Micron Introduces LPDDR2 Memory for Mobile Applications
By Dean • Feb 13th, 2009 • Category: Mobile Computing Accessory NewsMicron Technology has unveiled a new and unique memory technology for mobile computing applications. The company has developed the low power DDR2 memory technology jointly with the Nanya Technology Corporation. The low power DDR2 or LPDDR2 is aimed at enhancing the battery life by consuming much less power. It will also incredibly enhance the computing speed and optimise the performance of traditional handsets, smartphones and popular mobile internet devices (MIDs).
Most of the mobile devices run on LPDDR1 technology as of now. The LPDDR1 operates at 1.8 volts. Today, the mobile computing device makers are offering nearly every sophisticated technology available in a diminutive handheld form factor. This makes the device more power hungry and it demands more powerful resources to offer good operational speed. Thus, the development of the LPDDR2 memory was a necessity instead of being a luxury benchmark. LPDDR2 memories operate at 1.2 volts and reduce the device’s power consumption by 50 percent from ordinary DDR2 memory like the GEIL Black Dragon 4GB DDR2 kit. It can support data transfer speeds up to 1066Mb per second. The LPDDR2 will enable true multi-tasking in mobile computing devices too.
Eric Spanneut, director of mobile memory marketing for Micron commented, “There are two primary design aspects that mobile handset designers look for in memory – fast speeds to boost operating capability and low power to maintain battery life. We’re able to exceed designers’ expectations with our portfolio of high-performance mobile LPDDR2 memory solutions, providing the lowest power option available, as well as blazing fast data transfer speeds.”
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