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Synaptics Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) regularly issues news and updates that highlight its activities in Edge AI, semiconductor technology, and corporate governance. Company press releases cover topics such as financial results, product launches, technology demonstrations, strategic collaborations, investor conference participation, and changes to the Board of Directors and equity plans.
Recent announcements include quarterly and annual financial results, where Synaptics reports revenue trends, Core IoT product performance, and the launch of new Astra multimodal GenAI processors designed for intelligent IoT Edge applications. These earnings releases are typically accompanied by conference call details and supplemental materials for investors.
Synaptics also uses news releases to introduce new products and platforms, such as the Astra SL2600 series of Edge AI processors built on the Synaptics Torq Edge AI platform, and to describe demonstrations of AI-native processing, sensing, and connectivity at industry events like CES and IBC. These updates show how the company’s Astra, Veros, and multimodal sensing technologies are applied in smart home, industrial automation, robotics, personal devices, and video streaming equipment.
Other news items describe strategic engagements and partnerships, including collaborations to advance touch and fingerprint technologies across mobile and PC platforms, as well as corporate developments like Board appointments and share repurchase authorizations disclosed through SEC filings and press releases. Investors following SYNA news can track how Synaptics presents its progress in Edge AI, product roadmaps, ecosystem relationships, and capital allocation decisions over time.
This news page aggregates these public announcements so readers can review Synaptics’ latest press releases and historical updates in one place, with a focus on information the company has chosen to share about its technology, markets, financial reporting, and governance.
Synaptics (SYNA) has launched its first Wi-Fi 7 systems-on-chips (SoCs) family for IoT applications, expanding its Veros wireless portfolio. The new family includes the SYN4390 and SYN4384 chips, delivering up to 5.8 Gbps peak speed and supporting bandwidths up to 320 MHz.
These triple-combo SoCs integrate Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 6.0 and Zigbee/Thread, supporting Matter protocol. The chips feature multi-link operation (MLO) technology, enabling simultaneous data transmission across multiple frequency bands for enhanced performance in gaming, AR/VR, security monitoring, and entertainment applications.
According to ABI Research, Wi-Fi 7 chipset shipments are projected to reach over 2 billion units by 2029, with a CAGR of 56% between 2024-2029. The SYN4390 is currently available for sale, while the SYN4384 is available in quantities for evaluation.
Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) has scheduled its third quarter fiscal 2025 financial results announcement for Thursday, May 8, 2025, after market close. The company will host an earnings conference call for analysts and investors at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on the same day.
Interested participants must pre-register for the call through the Synaptics Q3 FY2025 Earnings Call Registration link. They will receive dial-in information and a unique passcode upon registration. Participants are advised to join the call ten minutes before the scheduled time. The conference call will be available via live and archived webcast through the Investor Relations section of Synaptics' website.
Synaptics (SYNA) has unveiled its new S3930 series touch controllers specifically designed for foldable OLED mobile device displays. The technology addresses key challenges in the rapidly growing foldable display market, which has a 42% CAGR.
The S3930 series features multi-frequency-region parallel sensing (MFRPS) technology to reduce sensing bursts and improve noise filtering. It incorporates an E7 MCU core from Si-Five and Synaptics' proprietary Hydra vector co-processor for enhanced performance in noise removal and mistouch mitigation.
With the industry's smallest footprint package at 5.1 × 6.8 mm, the controller enables thinner, lighter devices with consistent touch performance in bending scenarios. The S3930 series is currently sampling, with mass production planned for July 2025.
Synaptics (SYNA) has unveiled its new SYN461x family of ultra-low-power Triple Combo connectivity SoCs, targeting a $3.2 billion market opportunity. The system-on-chip solutions combine Wi-Fi 2.4/5/6 GHz, Bluetooth 6.0/BLE, and IEEE 802.15.4 (Zigbee/Thread) capabilities.
The Matter-compliant SoCs are specifically designed for embedded Edge AI IoT applications, featuring advanced Bluetooth capabilities including Channel Sounding and LE Audio with Auracast. Key applications include wearables, smart watches, audio devices, home appliances, security cameras, and factory automation.
Technical highlights include: connectivity up to 50 Mbps, integrated Tx/Rx switch, LNAs, and PAs for reduced system costs, low-pin-count WLBGA package option for 25% reduction in board costs, integrated processor for host offloading, and Secure Boot functionality. The SYN461x family is currently available for purchase.
Synaptics (SYNA) has expanded its Astra AI-Native platform with the new SR-Series high-performance adaptive microcontroller units (MCUs) for Edge AI computing. The series features three power tiers: performance (100 GOPS), efficiency, and ultra-low-power always-on, built on Arm® architecture.
The SR-Series includes three MCUs (SR110, SR105, and SR102), featuring Arm Cortex-M55 cores running at 400 MHz. Key specifications include:
- Up to 4 MB system memory
- Streaming vision and audio processing
- MIPI-CSI camera input
- Advanced security features including AES-256
These MCUs are designed for multimodal consumer, enterprise, and industrial IoT applications, enabling integration into devices like battery-operated security cameras, sensors, appliances, and digital signage. The series is supported by the Astra Machina Micro development kit and open-source SDK.
Synaptics (SYNA) is set to showcase groundbreaking innovations in Edge AI and wireless connectivity at Embedded World 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany. The company will unveil new families of microcontroller units (MCUs) and wireless systems-on-chips (SoCs) designed for ultra-low-power IoT devices.
The new solutions combine contextually-aware AI, multimodal processing, and reliable wireless connectivity at competitive costs. Target applications include smartwatches, wearables, consumer audio, appliances, security cameras, asset trackers, and factory automation systems.
At booth #4A-259, Synaptics will demonstrate several innovations with partners including: contextually aware AI with Leedarson and Fraunhofer Institute, AI hubs with Arcadyan, industrial vision systems with Arcturus, and AI-enabled Wi-Fi sensing. The company will also showcase automotive dashboard display technology featuring their SB7900 SmartBridge™ processor.
Synaptics (SYNA) announced it will grant restricted stock unit (RSU) awards to 104 new employees who joined following the recently completed asset purchase transaction with Broadcom. The transaction, which closed on January 30, 2025, includes a licensing agreement for Broadcom's advanced wireless technologies including Wi-Fi 8, ultra-wideband, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, and GPS/GNSS products for IoT and Android ecosystem.
The company will grant 1,006,506 RSUs under its 2025 Inducement Equity Plan, approved by the compensation committee. These RSUs are being granted as substitution for Broadcom equity awards and as inducement for employment. The vesting schedule includes 50% on the first anniversary and the remaining 50% vesting quarterly until the second anniversary, subject to continued employment.
Synaptics (SYNA) reported its Q2 fiscal 2025 financial results with revenue of $267.2 million. The company achieved GAAP gross margin of 45.7% and non-GAAP gross margin of 53.6%. GAAP diluted earnings per share reached $0.05, while non-GAAP diluted EPS was $0.92.
Key highlights include signing a new agreement with Broadcom to accelerate Edge AI strategy and the repurchase of approximately one million shares for $74.5 million. The company reported GAAP net income of $1.8 million and non-GAAP net income of $36.6 million.
Core IoT products demonstrated strong performance with 63% year-over-year growth. Management noted stable to improving trends in most end markets, though Q3 is expected to see seasonal decline. The company maintains a strong balance sheet and positive cash flow.
Synaptics (SYNA) announced that CEO Michael Hurlston is stepping down effective immediately to join Lumentum Holdings as CEO. CFO Ken Rizvi has been appointed Interim CEO, while Board Chairman Nelson Chan will serve as Executive Chairman during the transition. The company has initiated a search for a permanent CEO, considering both internal and external candidates.
Additionally, Synaptics released preliminary fiscal Q2 2025 financial results, expecting revenue of $267 million. The company anticipates gross margins to align with previous guidance midpoint, operating expenses slightly above midpoint, and EPS above the midpoint of guidance provided on November 7, 2024. The company will report detailed Q2 fiscal 2025 results on February 6, 2025.
Synaptics (SYNA) has signed a definitive licensing agreement with Broadcom, advancing its Edge AI strategy. The agreement includes Wi-Fi 8, ultra-wideband (UWB), Wi-Fi 7, advanced Bluetooth, and next-generation GPS/GNSS technologies for IoT and Android ecosystem applications.
The strategic benefits include solidifying Synaptics' leadership in end-to-end AI IoT connectivity, securing its Veros wireless product roadmap for 5+ years, and expanding into new markets including AR/VR platforms, Android smartphones, and consumer audio. The deal is expected to generate $40+ million in annualized sales and be immediately accretive to non-GAAP EPS.
The all-cash transaction is set to close on January 30, 2025, with further details to be discussed during the fiscal Q2 2025 investor conference call on February 6th, 2025.