Keysight Technologies develops design, emulation and test solutions used across the electronics product lifecycle. News about KEYS commonly covers measurement software, validation systems and services for communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor and general electronics customers.
Recurring updates include product launches for PCIe 7.0 validation, automotive Ethernet receiver compliance, 5G and 6G network testing, non-terrestrial network integration, new energy vehicle charging validation and virtual manufacturing tools such as Keysight Assembly. Company news also includes collaboration announcements, strategic investments, updates from Spirent as part of Keysight, and scheduled financial-results releases.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced enhanced support for 5G protocol conformance testing, specifically for location-based services (LBS), required by the Global Certification Forum and PTCRB. This enhancement includes the S8704A Protocol Conformance Toolset and the UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform, enabling over 120 vendors to validate their 5G devices. LBS will facilitate various applications, including healthcare and transportation, relying on precise user positioning. Keysight's advancements aim at expediting product market entry while aligning with 3GPP specifications.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) participated in the PCI Express 5.0 Preliminary Compliance Workshop from February 22-26, 2021, enhancing its position in the data center and cloud computing markets. The event, hosted by PCI-SIG, focused on ensuring interoperability among PCIe 5.0 devices. Keysight’s advanced solutions, including the Infinium UXR oscilloscope, facilitate this effort by enabling reliable testing for the latest PCIe specifications. With a significant revenue of $4.2B in FY 2020, Keysight aims to drive innovation in high-speed digital interfaces critical for 5G and AI technologies.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced a collaboration with MediaTek to establish 5G connectivity based on 3GPP Release 16 specifications. MediaTek utilized Keysight's 5G platform to validate their M80 5G modem, combining mmWave and sub-6GHz technologies. This development is significant as it enhances coverage, capacity, latency, and power efficiency for 5G deployments. Keysight's tools support compliance verification for 5G specifications, benefiting operators and the evolving 5G ecosystem.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced that NEC Corporation has chosen its cloud-native 5G core network test solution, LoadCore, to validate its 5GC platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the development of 5G services, ensuring high performance and reliability. LoadCore enables NEC to conduct capacity tests and model diverse user behaviors, supporting data throughput speeds of up to 100 Gbps. Keysight’s tools are critical for NEC in delivering advanced 5G solutions globally, reinforcing Keysight's position in the telecommunications industry.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has partnered with MediaTek to validate its new M80 5G modem using Keysight's comprehensive 5G testing solutions. This modem integrates mmWave and sub-6 GHz technologies, enabling ultra-fast data speeds crucial for 5G deployment in urban settings. Keysight's solutions verify performance against 3GPP standards, enhancing the modem's signaling and RF capabilities. Keysight's 5G test portfolio ensures a streamlined verification process, accelerating the introduction of MediaTek's innovative modem into the market.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has partnered with Chongqing Vehicle Testing Research Institute in China to enhance electric vehicle battery testing capabilities. This collaboration aims to improve battery verification processes essential for developing energy-efficient electric vehicles. Keysight will provide equipment for testing battery cells, modules, and systems, ensuring they meet energy storage requirements. As the demand for electric vehicles rises, effective testing becomes crucial for safety and performance, aligning with industry standards.
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Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) announced that its M8040A 64 Gbaud High-performance bit error ratio tester has received PCI-SIG approval for compliance testing of PCI Express 4.0 at speeds of 16 and 8 GT/s. This positions Keysight as the only vendor with two BERT systems approved for PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 3.0 testing. The M8040A also supports testing for PCIe 5.0 and enables development for PCIe 6.0. The PCI-SIG highlighted Keysight's commitment to compliance testing and innovation in high-speed technologies.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has launched the Smart Bench Essentials (SBE), a suite of lab bench products that integrate four critical instruments: a power supply, function generator, multimeter, and oscilloscope. Designed for both general test labs and university settings, these products enhance connectivity and facilitate remote learning, particularly in the post-COVID era. Complemented by PathWave BenchVue software, they enable efficient instrument management and data analysis, improving overall lab productivity.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has partnered with Aview to create a millimeter wave radar laboratory in Suzhou, China, aimed at advancing autonomous driving technologies. This collaboration will leverage Keysight's advanced testing solutions and Aview's automated systems for radar and image sensing components. The laboratory's focus will be on effective testing of millimeter wave radar to minimize errors and enhance reliability. This initiative is expected to accelerate the introduction of innovative automotive products and enhance the development of the autonomous driving market.