Application Processors in Mobile Devices

Multimedia Enabling Solutions for Wireless Handsets, PDAs, and Portable Media Players

This study examines the increasing demand for application processors in the cellular and wireless handset marketplace. It provides a detailed exploration of application processor technology and the requirements for competitive architectures, including essential product capabilities. Additionally, the research analyzes critical market constraints, from the wireless handset devices targeted by the application processor manufacturers, to mobile multimedia content. The report discusses short- and long-term market implications, and includes key vendor profiles. It concludes with an in-depth market forecast, using empirical data to track both positive and negative market forces.

What Questions Does This Report Answer?

  • How large is the application processor market?
  • How will application processors drive mobile multimedia content in wireless handsets?
  • What are the major trends, market drivers, and product architectures in the application processor market?
  • Who are the major players in the application processor market?
  • What device technologies will application processors affect?

Who Needs This Report?

  • Application processor semiconductor manufacturers
  • Wireless handset equipment manufacturers
  • Wireless infrastructure providers
  • Semiconductor package manufacturers
  • Stock analysis firms covering the wireless handset communications market
  • Venture capital firms involved in wireless handset processor markets
  • Consultants advising clients in the wireless handset processor market