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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON D.C. 20549
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Form 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For June 5, 2006
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 5-59311
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DIALOG SEMICONDUCTOR PLC
(Translation of registrant's name into English)
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Neue Strasse 95
D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck-Nabern, Germany
(Address of principal executive office)
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Dialog Semiconductor Partners with E Ink to Develop Drivers
for Paper-Thin Displays in Consumer Products
KIRCHHEIM, Germany & TECK, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 5,
2006--Dialog Semiconductor Plc (NASDAQ: DLGS, FWB: DLG), a leading
developer of advanced mixed signal ICs, has announced the development
of display drivers for consumer products requiring paper-thin displays
from E Ink Corporation. The two companies worked closely together to
define a specification for a new electrophoretic display driver,
focusing on low power consumption and a high level of integration to
reduce costs. Products using the Dialog chip will launch in high
volume later in 2006.
Products made with E Ink's revolutionary electronic ink feature a
paper-like high contrast appearance, ultra-low power consumption and a
thin, light form enabling many new applications. These are ideally
suited for many consumer and industrial applications, such as eBooks
that give the reader a true paper-like visual experience, cellphone
screens which can now have high contrast and brightness in the widest
of lighting conditions, transportation signage, and many other display
applications.
The paper-thin displays are enabled by an electrically addressable
ink embedded in a polymer matrix, resulting in a reflective display
technology which requires no front or backlight, is viewable under a
wide range of lighting conditions, including direct sunlight, and
requires no power to maintain an image - resulting in a significant
increase in battery life.
Dialog Semiconductor worked closely with E Ink to define a
specification for its electrophoretic display drivers, producing a
very thin IC package to minimize the thickness of the overall display
module. The display driver ICs which are now being shipped by Dialog
Semiconductor incorporate both the company's advanced power management
expertise along with a high level of on-chip integration to minimize
power consumption.
"This collaboration is in line with Dialog Semiconductor's
strategic focus of working with advanced display technology partners
to create innovative and differentiated driver ICs. Our partnership
with E Ink allowed us to define a display driver which enables E Ink"s
customers to utilize its paper-thin electronic paper displays in their
application," said Manoj Thanigasalam, general manager of the display
driver business unit at Dialog Semiconductor. He added, "We are
expecting many high volume consumer applications for E Ink's
innovative displays using our display driver technology."
Information about Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor develops and supplies power management, audio
and imaging technology, delivering innovative mixed signal standard
products as well as application specific IC solutions for wireless,
automotive and industrial applications. The company's expertise in
mixed signal design, with products manufactured entirely in CMOS
technology, enhances the performance and features of wireless,
hand-held and portable electronic products. Its technology is also
used in intelligent control circuits in automotive and industrial
applications. Dialog Semiconductor Plc is headquartered near
Stuttgart, Germany with additional design facilities in the UK, the
USA, Austria and Japan. The company is listed on the Frankfurt (FWB:
DLG) and on the NASDAQ (DLGS) exchanges.
Language: English
Issuer: Dialog Semiconductor Plc.
Neue Strasse 95
73230 Kirchheim/Teck-Nabern Deutschland
Phone: +49 7021 805-0
Fax: +49 7021 805-100
email: martin.kloeble@diasemi.com
WWW: www.diasemi.com
ISIN: GB0059822006
WKN: 927200
indices: MIDCAP, PRIMEALL, TECHALLSHARE
Listed: Geregelter Markt in Frankfurt (Prime Standard);
Freiverkehr in Berlin-Bremen, Dusseldorf, Stuttgart,
Munchen, Hamburg; Foreign Exchange(s) Nasdaq
CONTACT: Dialog Semiconductor Plc
Birgit Hummel, +49 7021-805 412
birgit.hummel@diasemi.com
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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DIALOG SEMICONDUCTOR PLC
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Date June 5, 2006 By /s/ Jalal Bagherli
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Dr. Jalal Bagherli
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Executive Director and CEO
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