Broadcom quad-core baseband and connectivity platform to power new HTC Android smartphone

IRVINE, USA: Broadcom Corp. announced that HTC, one of the world's leading smartphone providers, has chosen Broadcom's quad-core baseband and connectivity platform for the new HTC Desire 6160 Android smartphone.

Powered by Broadcom's HSPA+ 1.2-GHz quad-core processor, RF Transceiver, power management IC, connectivity combo chip and multi-constellation GNSS location chip, HTC's Android smartphone delivers a number of advanced features and capabilities to China's fast-growing low-cost Android market.

The HTC Desire 6160 smartphone is optimized for China Unicom's growing HSPA+ network. China is the world's largest smartphone consumer, with sales reaching roughly 85M units in the third quarter of 2013, with Android-based phones representing 72 percent of total shipments1.

For HTC, one of the world's leading Android smartphone suppliers, China's low-cost Android smartphone market represents a prime opportunity. Thanks to Broadcom innovation, the new HTC Desire 6160 smartphone delivers premium features consumers demand at an affordable price point.

David Chen, HTC CEO said: "Driving a premium experience at an affordable price is the key to tapping into China's explosive demand for smartphones. Broadcom's Quad-Core platform provides the foundation we need to meet this demand and gain share in the world's largest smartphone market. With premium features such as HSPA+, high-end multimedia, GPS and GNSS capabilities and integrated Wi-Fi, consumers can enjoy the rich entertainment and multimedia experience normally associated with high-end smartphones."

Robert Rango, Broadcom executive VP and GM, mobile and wireless group said: "HTC and Broadcom have partnered successfully over the years to bring leading edge wireless connectivity features to customers. The launch of the HTC Desire 6160 smartphone is especially exciting as we expand our relationship to Broadcom's complete cellular platform."

Key features of the HTC Desire 6160 Android smartphone:

* 4.5 inch display with HD resolution.

* Quad-core A7 processor with 1.2GHz.

* Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

* GPS and GNSS.

* 1GB DDR2 memory and 16GB flash.

* 5MP-AF camera and VGA.

* 1080p/30fps video, video record and playback

* Dual SIM and dual standby (DSDS).

* Android Jelly Bean OS with HTC Sense 5.0.