Brite's USB 2.0 OTG PHY Implementation Using SMIC 0.11um Process Receives USB-IF Certification

SHANGHAI, April 08, 2013 -- Brite Semiconductor (Shanghai) Corporation, a leading IC design and turnkey service provider, today announced that its USB 2.0 physical layer (PHY) implementation, using SMIC 0.11um process, has passed USB-IF certification for Hi-Speed products. This newly implemented PHY is fully compliant with on-the-go (OTG) specification for both device and host applications. It can be adopted by all USB 2.0 compliant products, from the bridge application in data storage to SoC integration in mobile devices.

In order to reduce power consumption and size, while achieving higher performance, Brite has made significant and innovative improvements on critical modules such as PLL, I/O, etc. Based on the same design improvement, USB PHY implementation using SMIC’s 55nm process will be introduced later this year. Brite also will commence development of USB PHY implementation on 40nm based on SMIC’s process platform.

Dr. TY Chiu, CEO of SMIC said: “Although USB 3.0 was introduced some years ago, USB 2.0 is still the dominant device interface in the current market. Quality and reliability are built into Brite’s design process. Brite’s certified USB 2.0 OTG PHY USB-IF demonstrates their dedication to improve chip quality and reliability while pursuing higher performance with lower cost. We look forward to working with Brite to launch more high-quality technology projects in the future.”

"USB is ubiquitous, and is the most essential interface for both consumer and industrial products,” said Dr. Charlie Zhi, President and CEO of Brite Semiconductor. “Brite is committed to the development of high-speed interface IP and highly integrated USB PHY solutions based on SMIC’s advanced processes, I am pleased to announce that our USB 2.0 PHY implementation using SMIC 0.11um process has passed the USB-IF certification. This is another milestone in our IP roadmap. Brite can provide customers with certified and reliable USB PHY with high performance, ensuring the quality of customers’ ASIC products."

About Brite Semiconductor

Brite Semiconductor is a world-leading ASIC design services company, providing customers with ULSI ASIC/SoC chip design and manufacturing services. Brite Semiconductor was co-founded by Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation and Open-Silicon, as well as venture capital firms from China and abroad. As the strategic partners, SMIC and Open-Silicon provide Brite Semiconductor with strong technical and manufacturing support. Targeted at 90nm/65nm/40nm and high-end SoC design services, Brite Semiconductor provides flexible turn-key service from RTL/netlist to chip delivery, and seamless, low-cost, and low-risk solutions to customers. For more information, please refer to the Brite Semiconductor website: www.britesemi.com.