Welcome to another edition of The RF Week @Prem's Notes!
The RF Week is a free weekly newsletter where I share the latest news in the radio frequency (RF) domain and its applications across telecom, consumer electronics, defense, automotive, and beyond.
I put this together so you don’t have to dig through endless sources — just one quick read to stay ahead in the RF world.
Here are the 5 RF stories that stood out this week 👇
Axiro Semiconductors Launches Millimeter-Wave (MMIC) Design Group in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru has taken another leap in advanced semiconductor innovation as Axiro Semiconductors announces the formation of its Millimeter-Wave (MMIC) Design Group. The new division will focus on building state-of-the-art RF solutions for:
📡 Satellite Communications
🎯 Advanced Radar Systems
📶 5G/6G mmWave technologies.
To power this mission, Axiro is seeking exceptional MMIC/RFIC designers with deep expertise in circuit design (LNA, PA, phase shifters, VGAs) and strong skills in innovation, simulation, and lab debugging.
With this strategic launch, Axiro Semiconductors reaffirms its commitment to driving cutting-edge wireless technologies and positioning Bengaluru at the center of the global RF design ecosystem.
India’s first telecom system powered by indigenous, made-in-India chips has received TEC certification.
India’s first telecom system powered by indigenous, made-in-India chips has received TEC certification from the Telecommunication Engineering Center (TEC)—a major milestone for our semiconductor and telecom industries!
This certification validates homegrown technology at par with global standards, advancing Atmanirbhar Bharat and opening doors for domestic and export opportunities. Proud moment for India’s tech journey led by innovation and self-reliance.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is acquiring wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar Corporation for $17 billion.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX just struck a game-changing deal: acquiring wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar Corporation for $17 billion to supercharge Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellite network. This move isn’t just about satellites — it’s about unleashing a future where:
✅ Mobile dead zones disappear.
✅ “Cell towers in space” connect the unconnected.
✅ Starlink’s capacity grows 100x with laser-linked satellites.
✅ Boost Mobile customers tap into satellite-powered 5G coverage.
In an era where Americans burned through 132 trillion megabytes of mobile data in 2024, this spectrum purchase signals one thing: The race for global, sky-powered connectivity is on.
The RF front-end market is at an inflection point, according to a Yole Group Report.
The RF front-end market is at an inflection point. Traditional leaders — Qualcomm, Broadcom, Qorvo, Inc., Skyworks Solutions, Inc., and Murata — still hold over 70% of the global share. Qualcomm leads with 21% through its end-to-end platform strategy, followed by Broadcom at 18%, driven by FBAR filter solutions for Apple.
But the landscape is shifting fast. Pricing pressure and evolving Chinese OEM preferences are reshaping design wins and compressing margins. Chinese suppliers are accelerating: Maxscend leads locally with 4%, dominating discrete devices and rapidly expanding into modules via vertical filter integration.
Players like Lansus, Vanchip, OnMicro, SmarterMicro, and Hisilicon are gaining momentum, fueled by Huawei’s domestic supply chain realignment and a strong push for local sourcing.
As the global and Chinese markets decouple further, the next wave of RF competition will be defined by pricing power, supply chain resilience, and the ability to innovate in integration.
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Qualcomm celebrated its 40th anniversary at Snapdragon Stadium with co-founder Dr. Jacobs.
🎉40 Years of Qualcomm — From a San Diego Startup to Powering Billions of Connections. In 1985, Dr. Irwin Jacobs and his team had a bold dream: to connect the world. Fast forward to 2025 — Qualcomm just celebrated its 40th anniversary at Snapdragon Stadium with CEO Cristiano R. Amon standing alongside Dr. Jacobs.
From CDMA to Snapdragon to 5G (and now AI at the edge) — Qualcomm’s breakthroughs have quietly shaped how all of us connect, work, and live. Billions of people use technologies born in Qualcomm labs — yet most don’t even realize it. Congrats Qualcomm!
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