Texas Instruments for Android

Texas Instruments further expands support for the Open Handset Alliance and open source community; TI's Bluetooth and WLAN technologies available in open source enable customers and developers to create complete, innovative Android-based devices.

M2 PRESSWIRE-22 October 2008-Texas Instruments Incorporated: Texas Instruments further expands support for the Open Handset Alliance and open source community; TI's Bluetooth and WLAN technologies available in open source enable customers and developers to create complete, innovative Android-based devices(C)1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD

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DALLAS AND SAN DIEGO, CALIF -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today announced that its Bluetooth and WLAN technology software drivers are available for use in Open Handset Alliance's Android platform. Open access to these technologies simplifies the design process for handset manufacturers and software developers, providing the resources to architect cutting-edge Android-based devices. TI, a long-time supporter of the open source software community, is the first company to provide open source Bluetooth and WLAN software drivers for the Android platform, and is among the first to open WLAN drivers for the mobile industry.

"TI continues to increase its contributions to the open source community, removing barriers and sparking development of a new breed of mobile devices," said Haviv Ilan, general manager, TI's Wireless Business Unit. "Contributing our Bluetooth and WLAN driver source codes to Open Handset Alliance's Android platform is another step in this initiative."

TI previously announced support for the Android platform with its OMAP 3 applications processors, and is now providing the critical connectivity elements for its BlueLink Bluetooth and WiLink WLAN technologies. Preintegrating the codes into the Android platform, places a comprehensive set of tools directly into the hands of developers and handset manufacturers easing the innovation process, while reducing time to market. Additionally, TI leverages the Apache and BSD-style licenses in support of the Android platform. With these licenses, a broader number of companies will be able to adopt the Android platform and build on top of it without having to expose proprietary technologies. This is a competitive advantage that increases flexibility and encourages further adoption of open source software.

A solid history of supporting open source communities TI remains committed to supporting open platforms and standards. The company joined Open Handset Alliance as a founding member in 2007, supporting Android development with its OMAP, Bluetooth and WLAN technologies. In addition to Open Handset Alliance, TI participates in a number of consortiums that further promote open source development, including the BlueZ community that provides support for the core Bluetooth layers and protocols.

About the Open Handset Alliance

A multinational alliance of technology and mobile industry leaders, the Open Handset Alliance is committed to fostering innovation on mobile devices and bringing consumers innovative new mobile experiences. The first product of that commitment is the development of Android, a truly open and comprehensive platform for mobile devices. Through Android, developers, wireless operators, and handset manufacturers will be better positioned to bring innovative new products to market faster and at a much lower cost. The end result will be an unprecedented mobile platform that will enable wireless operators and manufacturers to give their customers better, more personal, and more flexible mobile experiences.

For profiles of the founding members of the Alliance and further info, visit www.openhandsetalliance.com.

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments (NYSE: TXN) helps customers solve problems and develop new electronics that make the world smarter, healthier, safer, greener and more fun. A global semiconductor company, TI innovates through manufacturing, design and sales operations in more than 25 countries.

Trademarks OMAP, WiLink and BlueLink are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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