IUNIKA licenses MIPS' coherent multiprocessing systems for computing and mobile computing devices

SUNNYVALE, USA: MIPS Technologies Inc. announced that IUNIKA S.A. has selected both of its Coherent Processing System (CPS) IP cores for development of its next-generation mobile computing devices, including eco-friendly e-books, laptops and netbooks.

The license includes both the multi-threaded, multiprocessing MIPS32 1004Kf CPS and the new superscalar MIPS32 1074Kf CPS.

IUNIKA’s products are developed with unique and patented technologies that are focused on areas of potential growth for consumer electronics—environmental protection and education. In its next-generation family of mobile computing platforms, IUNIKA will leverage its patented parental control technology that is implemented in hardware, as well as its patented multi-platform software technology that offers end users the flexibility to run software originally designed for other processor architectures.

Angel Blazquez, CEO, IUNIKA, said: “MIPS Technologies is offering us two paths to multicore performance in our next generation products, with the 1004K and 1074K CPS. These IP cores provide IUNIKA’s hardware and software development teams with unmatched options for achieving ideal combinations of performance, power consumption and cost.

“The cores will enable us to create a compelling lineup of computing products superior in value, eco-friendliness and utility for educational purposes than any of our competitors. Our devices will benefit from the technical advantages of the MIPS architecture, as well as the broad ecosystem of support built around it.”

Art Swift, vice president of marketing, MIPS, added: “Innovative companies are increasingly looking to MIPS Technologies for mobile device development because of the advantages we can provide in terms of performance, power consumption and cost. Companies are also looking for a way to differentiate their devices in the market, and MIPS offers that opportunity. We are pleased that an innovative company like IUNIKA has chosen MIPS, and we look forward to working closely with them as they develop products that hold promise to help both the environment and education.”

According to a recent report from research firm In-Stat, mobile computing continues to see surging demand resulting from sleeker designs, new form factors, and pent-up business demand. The company predicts that mobile computing devices, including tablets, mini-notes (netbooks & smartbooks) and notebook PCs will grow at a 19.1 percent CAGR through 2014 and account for over 400 million units.