Texas Instruments (TI) and Switzerland-based Ascom Wireless Solutions announced that Ascom's i75 voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) handsets are leveraging TI's Wireless LAN (WLAN) IP phone platform, the TNETV1700. TI's integrated hardware and software solution delivers the performance and low power required for Ascom to deliver extended talk and standby times to its enterprise customers.

"With over 50 years of experience in on-site wireless communications, Ascom is continuously taking strides to deliver exceptional mobility to its customers," said Staffan Ornbratt, product manager, VoWiFi system, Ascom Wireless Solutions. "Leveraging TI's leadership VoIP and wireless technology allows Ascom to offer a VoWiFi experience that increases overall efficiency and productivity of its users."

TI's TNETV1700 WLAN IP phone platform serves at the center of Ascom's i75 handsets that support both the 802.11b and 802.11g radio networks, as well as the 802.11i and 802.11e standards for an increased level of security and voice quality. The VoWiFi handsets offer longer talk and standby times based on the high performance and ultra-low power consumption that the TNETV1700 delivers. Built-in programmability allows for easy upgrades or expansions as standards and capabilities evolve.

"We are pleased to be working with Ascom to bring a higher quality, more productive experience to enterprise IP phone users through our VoIP and WLAN technology," said Pamela Jordan, WLAN IP Phone product manager, Texas Instruments. "By leveraging our programmable WLAN IP phone platform, Ascom provides investment protection for its customers, including the ability to update systems through software to enhance capabilities or further increase talk and standby times."