Broadcom Corporation a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, announced its latest StrataXGS high performance switch solution, designed specifically to manage the exponential growth in wireless data traffic and carrier transition to 4G mobile networks.

Mobile backhaul expenditures are expected to reach $8 billion by 2014, according to latest studies.

With the striking rise in the number of smartphone and tablet users, existing backhaul networks are struggling to support the increasing requirements of high-bandwidth mobile video and data services.

Leading carriers around the world have embarked on an aggressive strategy to upgrade their mobile networks inorder to manage the explosive growth in traffic.

Rajiv Kapur, Senior Director, India Business Development, Broadcom Corporation, said: “These are exciting times for India with the imminent roll out of 3G and 4G, promising to bring with it a host of benefits that can enhance the quality of life.” 

“This reinforces the need for a robust backhaul network. Our latest StrataXGS solution will help to pave the way to delivering crucial solutions, such as Tele-medicine and educational content to remote corners of the country,”  said