Intel and Huawei Collaborate on New WiMAX Test Lab

Intel, one of the world's leading manufacturers of computer processors, has recently announced its extensive support for the ongoing development of the WiMAX technology. The company, along with Huawei Technologies, has announced the launch of a new WiMAX Interoperability Testing (IOT) laboratory in Beijing. The new testing lab is said to be another milestone in the ongoing efforts to increase the speed of the commercial-ready WiMAX devices.

“Huawei is delighted to play an active role in the development of WiMAX with Intel through its partnership. This state-of-the-art test laboratory in Beijing that will further advance WiMAX technology,” said Mr. Zhao Ming, president of Huawei CDMA & WiMAX Product Line. “The systematic and rigorous testing in our new Beijing test lab will accelerate the development of WiMAX market segments for worldwide operators.”

Huawei has been involved in the ongoing development and research in the WiMAX technology, as it is a leading supplier of WiMAX solutions. According to the company, more than 2,000 of its engineers have been engaged in the research and development of the WiMAX technology, since 2001, when the company started its research in WiMAX. The company has been a partner of Intel since April 2005, when the two companies signed an agreement to cooperate on the development of WiMAX.

“Intel is dedicated to providing market-ready, fully-tested and interoperable WiMAX-enabled devices. We applaud Huawei’s leadership in helping to continue to advance the global WiMAX industry,” said Sriram Viswanathan, vice president of Intel Capital and general manager of Intel’s WiMAX program office.

Santa Clara, California-based Intel has been one of the leading companies that have provided their support for the acceleration and development of the new WiMAX technology. The chip maker has invested heavily in the development of WiMAX, as it plans to enable the technology on some of its upcoming products.