The JEDEC unveiled a new memory interface specifically designed for handheld devices (mobile phone, digital music player, etc.). Its code name LPDDR2:
- Low power consumption with a working voltage of 1.2V instead of 1.8V currently.
- Able to manage on the same interface and simultaneously flash and DDR2 type of memory.
- Energy saving advanced functions allowing to shut down unused chips.
- The working frequency of the DDR2 will vary from 100 to 533 MHz.
Overall, it should save 50% of the energy currently spent by the memory part of such handhelds will improving performance. As it is now a JEDEC standard, it should quickly be adopted by manufacturers and invade the future models of devices to be released in the second semester of the year. High-end products will most likely the first target of this new interface, as the saved energy might be recycled to boost other components.
