Synaptics and Murata Partner for Next-Generation Automotive Wireless Connectivity
Synaptics and Murata Manufacturing have announced a strategic partnership to develop next-generation wireless connectivity modules for automotive suppliers and OEMs. The collaboration combines Synaptics' Veros™ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo systems with Murata's expertise in RF module design.
The partnership focuses on creating turnkey solutions featuring Synaptics' integrated RF front-ends, optimized for high-temperature automotive applications. Key products include the SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E and SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7 automotive solutions, which are pin-to-pin compatible and software upgradable. The SYN4390 brings high-throughput Wi-Fi 7 capabilities to automotive applications.
Synaptics' Veros platform offers seamless intelligent connectivity with features for performance, interoperability, and energy efficiency. The solution includes built-in support for Synaptics Astra™, an AI-Native compute platform for IoT, demonstrating the company's commitment to future automotive innovation through Wi-Fi 8 development.
Synaptics e Murata Manufacturing hanno annunciato una partnership strategica per sviluppare moduli di connettività wireless di nuova generazione destinati a fornitori automotive e OEM. La collaborazione unisce i sistemi combo Wi-Fi e Bluetooth Veros™ di Synaptics con l'esperienza di Murata nella progettazione di moduli RF.
La partnership si concentra sulla creazione di soluzioni chiavi in mano che integrano i front-end RF di Synaptics, ottimizzati per applicazioni automobilistiche ad alta temperatura. Tra i prodotti principali figurano le soluzioni automotive SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E e SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7, compatibili pin-to-pin e aggiornabili via software. Il SYN4390 offre capacità Wi-Fi 7 ad alta velocità per applicazioni automotive.
La piattaforma Veros di Synaptics garantisce una connettività intelligente senza interruzioni, con caratteristiche che migliorano prestazioni, interoperabilità ed efficienza energetica. La soluzione include il supporto integrato per Astra™, la piattaforma di calcolo AI-Native per IoT di Synaptics, a testimonianza dell'impegno dell'azienda nell'innovazione futura nel settore automotive attraverso lo sviluppo del Wi-Fi 8.
Synaptics y Murata Manufacturing han anunciado una alianza estratégica para desarrollar módulos de conectividad inalámbrica de próxima generación para proveedores y fabricantes de equipos originales (OEM) del sector automotriz. La colaboración combina los sistemas combo Wi-Fi y Bluetooth Veros™ de Synaptics con la experiencia de Murata en el diseño de módulos RF.
La asociación se centra en crear soluciones llave en mano que incorporan los frontales RF integrados de Synaptics, optimizados para aplicaciones automotrices de alta temperatura. Los productos clave incluyen las soluciones automotrices SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E y SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7, compatibles pin a pin y actualizables por software. El SYN4390 aporta capacidades Wi-Fi 7 de alto rendimiento para aplicaciones automotrices.
La plataforma Veros de Synaptics ofrece conectividad inteligente sin interrupciones con características enfocadas en el rendimiento, interoperabilidad y eficiencia energética. La solución incluye soporte integrado para Astra™, la plataforma de computación AI-Native para IoT de Synaptics, demostrando el compromiso de la compañía con la innovación futura en el sector automotriz mediante el desarrollo de Wi-Fi 8.
Synaptics와 Murata Manufacturing이 자동차 공급업체 및 OEM을 위한 차세대 무선 연결 모듈 개발을 위한 전략적 파트너십을 발표했습니다. 이번 협력은 Synaptics의 Veros™ Wi-Fi 및 Bluetooth 콤보 시스템과 Murata의 RF 모듈 설계 전문성을 결합합니다.
파트너십은 고온 자동차 환경에 최적화된 Synaptics의 통합 RF 프런트엔드를 특징으로 하는 턴키 솔루션 개발에 중점을 둡니다. 주요 제품으로는 핀 투 핀 호환 및 소프트웨어 업그레이드가 가능한 SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E와 SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7 자동차 솔루션이 있으며, SYN4390은 자동차용 고속 Wi-Fi 7 기능을 제공합니다.
Synaptics의 Veros 플랫폼은 성능, 상호운용성 및 에너지 효율성을 위한 기능을 갖춘 원활한 지능형 연결을 제공합니다. 이 솔루션에는 IoT용 AI-네이티브 컴퓨팅 플랫폼인 Synaptics의 Astra™에 대한 내장 지원이 포함되어 있으며, Wi-Fi 8 개발을 통한 미래 자동차 혁신에 대한 회사의 의지를 보여줍니다.
Synaptics et Murata Manufacturing ont annoncé un partenariat stratégique visant à développer des modules de connectivité sans fil de nouvelle génération pour les fournisseurs automobiles et les constructeurs OEM. Cette collaboration associe les systèmes combo Wi-Fi et Bluetooth Veros™ de Synaptics à l'expertise de Murata en conception de modules RF.
Le partenariat se concentre sur la création de solutions clés en main intégrant les frontaux RF intégrés de Synaptics, optimisés pour des applications automobiles à haute température. Les produits phares incluent les solutions automobiles SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E et SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7, compatibles pin à pin et évolutives par logiciel. Le SYN4390 apporte des capacités Wi-Fi 7 à haut débit pour les applications automobiles.
La plateforme Veros de Synaptics offre une connectivité intelligente fluide avec des fonctionnalités axées sur la performance, l'interopérabilité et l'efficacité énergétique. La solution intègre le support natif pour Astra™, la plateforme de calcul AI-Native pour l'IoT de Synaptics, démontrant l'engagement de l'entreprise envers l'innovation future dans le secteur automobile grâce au développement du Wi-Fi 8.
Synaptics und Murata Manufacturing haben eine strategische Partnerschaft angekündigt, um Module für drahtlose Konnektivität der nächsten Generation für Automobilzulieferer und OEMs zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit kombiniert Synaptics' Veros™ Wi-Fi- und Bluetooth-Kombisysteme mit Muratas Expertise im Design von RF-Modulen.
Der Fokus der Partnerschaft liegt auf der Entwicklung schlüsselfertiger Lösungen mit integrierten RF-Frontends von Synaptics, die für Hochtemperatur-Anwendungen im Automobilbereich optimiert sind. Zu den Hauptprodukten gehören die SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E und SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7 Automobillösungen, die pin-kompatibel und software-upgradefähig sind. Der SYN4390 bringt Hochdurchsatz-Wi-Fi-7-Funktionalität in Automobilanwendungen.
Die Veros-Plattform von Synaptics bietet nahtlose intelligente Konnektivität mit Funktionen für Leistung, Interoperabilität und Energieeffizienz. Die Lösung beinhaltet integrierte Unterstützung für Astra™, die AI-native Rechenplattform für IoT von Synaptics, und zeigt das Engagement des Unternehmens für zukünftige Innovationen im Automobilbereich durch die Entwicklung von Wi-Fi 8.
- Strategic partnership with Murata Manufacturing enhances market position in automotive wireless connectivity
- Pin-to-pin compatibility between Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 products reduces customer switching costs
- Recent acquisition strengthens wireless roadmap including future Wi-Fi 8 capabilities
- Product portfolio includes advanced Wi-Fi 7 solutions optimized for automotive applications
- Leverages existing field-hardened technology and IoT connectivity expertise for automotive market expansion
- High R&D investment likely required for automotive-grade product development
- Faces intense competition in automotive wireless connectivity market
- Operating in high-temperature automotive environments may impact product performance
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Synaptics expands into automotive connectivity through Murata partnership, leveraging its Wi-Fi/Bluetooth SoCs for high-performance vehicle applications.
This strategic partnership between Synaptics and Murata represents a significant expansion of Synaptics' wireless connectivity solutions into the automotive sector. The collaboration will integrate Synaptics' Veros Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo SoCs—featuring highly integrated RF front-ends—into turnkey modules co-developed with Murata's established expertise in compact, reliable module design.
Synaptics is specifically targeting automotive-grade performance by optimizing their wireless SoCs to balance performance, low system design cost, and low power consumption while maintaining excellent throughput at the high temperatures demanded by automotive environments. The press release highlights their SYN4383 (Wi-Fi 6E) and SYN4384 (Wi-Fi 7) automotive products with pin-to-pin compatibility and software upgradability, alongside the SYN4390 for high-throughput Wi-Fi 7 applications.
The company is applying its established IoT connectivity expertise to the automotive sector, where robustness, interoperability, and longevity are critical requirements. A recent acquisition mentioned in the release has strengthened Synaptics' wireless roadmap to include future Wi-Fi 8 technology, positioning them to address next-generation automotive connectivity needs as vehicles become increasingly connected platforms.
Synaptics-Murata module addresses growing vehicle connectivity demands with solutions engineered for harsh environments and longevity.
This partnership addresses the growing demand for robust wireless connectivity in modern vehicles by creating a turnkey solution that can accelerate integration for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. As vehicles evolve into connected platforms, reliable wireless connectivity becomes increasingly critical for everything from infotainment to over-the-air updates.
The collaboration specifically targets three key automotive industry requirements: robustness under harsh operating conditions, interoperability in varied environments, and product longevity. These factors are particularly crucial in automotive applications where components must function reliably across extreme temperature ranges and challenging environments for extended periods.
Murata's expertise in RF and wireless module design complements Synaptics' SoC capabilities. According to Masatomo Hashimoto, Director at Murata, the company "continues to advance RF and wireless module design, delivering high-performance, miniaturized components engineered for optimal integration in next-generation systems."
Synaptics' Veros portfolio includes features aimed at performance, interoperability, coexistence, energy efficiency, and bill of materials integration. These capabilities, combined with built-in support for Synaptics' Astra AI-Native compute platform, position these modules to support the increasing bandwidth requirements for advanced in-vehicle networks and connected car functionality.
To jointly develop a turnkey module for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs using Synaptics’ highly integrated Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® combo SoCs
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synaptics® Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) and Murata Manufacturing today announced they are partnering to develop a next-generation turnkey wireless connectivity module for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. Through this partnership, Synaptics’ Veros™ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo systems on chips (SoCs)—featuring highly integrated RF front-ends—will be designed into a module co-developed with Murata. Synaptics’ wireless SoCs are optimized to balance performance, low system design cost, and low power consumption while maintaining excellent throughput at the high temperatures required by automotive applications.
Solutions for the automotive market require robustness under harsh operating conditions, interoperability in varied environments, and longevity. Synaptics is now applying its Veros portfolio, which encapsulates decades of field-hardened technology and IoT connectivity expertise, to provide long-term support for automotive manufacturers. Its SYN4383 Wi-Fi 6E and SYN4384 Wi-Fi 7 automotive products are pin-to-pin compatible, with software upgradability, and the SYN4390 brings high-throughput Wi-Fi 7 to this application. A recent acquisition demonstrates Synaptics’ solid wireless roadmap, including Wi-Fi 8, to meet next-generation automotive innovation requirements.
“Murata continues to advance RF and wireless module design, delivering high-performance, miniaturized components engineered for optimal integration in next-generation systems,” said Masatomo Hashimoto, Director, Communication Module Division, Communication & Sensor Business Unit, at Murata. “Synaptics shares our commitment to high-quality products and engineering, and we are excited to collaborate on innovative wireless modules for the automotive market, combining Veros SoCs with Murata’s long-standing expertise and track record in compact, reliable module design.”
Veros Seamless Intelligent Connectivity encompasses Synaptics’ entire wireless portfolio of proven solutions, incorporating features aimed at performance, interoperability, coexistence, energy efficiency, and bill of materials integration. Veros features built-in support for Synaptics Astra™, the AI-Native compute platform for the IoT.
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About Synaptics Incorporated
Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) is driving innovation in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As a go-to partner for forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play. Follow Synaptics on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook, or visit www.synaptics.com.
About Murata
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of ceramic-based passive electronic components & solutions, communication modules and power supply modules. Murata is committed to the development of advanced electronic materials and leading edge, multi-functional, high-density modules. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.
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