Motorola and Intel team up over WiMAX

Motorola and Intel have announced plans to work together to advance the use of mobile WiMAX technology, based on the proposed IEEE 802.16e standard for both fixed and wireless broadband applications.

WiMAX is the emerging wireless technology that offers high-throughput broadband connections over long distances, bringing the potential for wireless networks that cover cities and towns.

Working within the WiMAX Forum they will also jointly advance WiMAX standards, and work together on interoperability testing of Motorola mobile devices, network equipment, and customer premises equipment with Intel products.

“We believe 802.16e is going to be the way to go for both fixed and nomadic applications,” said Dan Coombes, chief technology officer of Motorola Networks, in a statement.

“With its robust specifications and ability to support high-value services like voice over IP and mobility, 802.11e is an ideal choice for many applications.”

“Teaming with Intel to work on 802.16e standards and interoperability matters will complement our strategy of using 802.16e with our MOTOwi4 WiMAX solutions,” Coombes stated.

The MOTOwi4 portfolio includes fixed and mobile broadband solutions designed to meet the different needs of wireless, wireline, and cable operators for lower cost delivery of data-rich multimedia applications and services. The portfolio extends beyond access point solutions to encompass mobile devices, customer premises equipment, PC cards, in-vehicle public safety devices and services.

WiMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access.