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It seems there will be new low-cost SoCs from Broadcom with integrated LTE:
http://www.fonearena.com/blog/95603...e-chips-aimed-at-sub-300-lte-smartphones.html
Apparently, the new SoCs have Cortex A9 CPUs and PowerVR 5XT GPUs.
I guess this means the end of Videocore GPUs?
Delivers 150Mbps Category 4 speeds on FDD-LTE and TD-LTE networks, 42Mbps 3G HSPA+ and 2G
BCM2095 LTE RF transceiver enables FDD and TD LTE/3G/2G band support for worldwide roaming
dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth smart, GPS and near field communication (NFC)
VoLTE and HD voice support
Pre-integrated with the Android KitKat operating system
HD display, imaging and graphics
Reduces LTE modem power consumption by up to 30 percent for extended hours of use
Utilizes Broadcom’s pin-to-pin compatible dual-core M320 or upcoming quad-core M340 LTE SoC
Design reuse between dual-core and quad-core basebands for developing multiple devices with the same platform design to cut the cost
Certification for Category 4 (Cat 4) speeds in FDD-LTE and TD-LTE modes with seamless worldwide roaming capabilities.
http://www.fonearena.com/blog/95603...e-chips-aimed-at-sub-300-lte-smartphones.html
Apparently, the new SoCs have Cortex A9 CPUs and PowerVR 5XT GPUs.
I guess this means the end of Videocore GPUs?