Altera, a specialized manufacturer of programmable logic devices, has its headquarters in San Jose, California. Since its inception, the company has been committed to providing customers with advanced products such as FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays), CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices), and ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits). Its programmable logic devices are widely used in the communications field, bringing higher flexibility and easier implementation to communication systems. Known for its innovative spirit, Altera invented the world's first programmable logic device (PLD) and advocated for programmable chip system (SOPC) solutions. Throughout its history, Altera has provided high-quality solutions to customers worldwide with its outstanding products and innovative capabilities.

Development History and Key Milestones

Altera's development history dates back to 1983 when it was co-founded by semiconductor veterans Rodney Smith, Robert Hartmann, James Sansbury, and Paul Newhagen. The company's name, derived from "alterable" (modifiable, adjustable), signifies its mission to produce modifiable chips. In 1984, Altera established a long-term design partnership with Intel, laying a solid foundation for its subsequent growth.

In 1994, Altera acquired Intel's PLD business for $50 million, further expanding its market share. With the rise of cloud computing and the Internet of Things, in December 2015, Intel acquired Altera for $16.7 billion, reflecting Intel's optimism about the prospects of FPGAs in data centers and the IoT market.

However, by 2023, Intel announced the spin-off of its FPGA business group, with the new company set to operate independently from January 2024. Two months later, the company was renamed Altera, refocusing on FPGA business and prioritizing AI. Currently, Intel is the major shareholder of Altera, which seeks to go public in the future to support Intel's plan to introduce five advanced manufacturing nodes within four years.

Altera Main Products

Altera's main product lines cover multiple series to meet the needs of different customers. Its flagship products include the high-end Stratix series, the mid-range Arria series, and the low-cost Cyclone series FPGAs. In addition, there are the MAX series of complex programmable logic devices and non-volatile FPGAs, Quartus design software, and Enpirion PowerSoC DC-DC power solutions, among others.

1. Stratix Series: High-end FPGAs with the largest bandwidth and highest density, integrating transceivers to design entire systems on a single chip, widely used in high-end application fields.

2. Arria Series: As mid-range FPGA products, they balance cost, power consumption, and performance, integrating transceivers and processors, meeting user needs for low-power, low-cost designs, suitable for various application scenarios.

3. Cyclone Series: The lowest-cost and power-consuming FPGAs, integrating transceivers and processors, with the shortest time to market, providing a variety of solutions. The Cyclone series includes several sub-series such as Cyclone IV, Cyclone V, and Cyclone 10, meeting user needs for low-power, low-cost designs.

Key Popular Product Models

Altera's main products include CPLDs, FPGAs, ASICs, and SoC processors, as well as related design software and power solutions. Among Altera's many products, some models have attracted attention due to their excellent performance and wide application. Here are some commonly used Altera product models:

● EPM7512AEQI208-10N: A classic CPLD product with high cost-performance ratio and stable performance.

● EP4SGX230KF40I3G: A high-end FPGA in the Stratix series, suitable for high-bandwidth, high-performance application scenarios.

● EP2AGX65DF29I3N: A product in the Arria series, combining high performance and low power consumption, suitable for various embedded applications.

In addition to the aforementioned product models, other shortage models such as 5CEFA5F23C8N, 5CGTFD9E5F31C7N, EP1810JM-45, and more specific Altera models can be viewed/obtained by clicking on the Conevo website for more detailed information.

Market Position and Future Development Direction

Altera has a solid market position in the FPGA field. Compared to competitors like Xilinx, Altera focuses more on creating customized solutions for end-users. As AI and IoT technologies continue to develop, Altera will continue to leverage its innovative advantages to provide customers with higher-quality solutions. Altera's products have won customer favor with their excellent customization capabilities and high efficiency, occupying important positions in several rapidly developing industries such as 5G and artificial intelligence.

With its rich product line, outstanding performance, and wide range of applications, Altera holds a significant position in the programmable logic device market. As AI and IoT technologies continue to evolve, Altera will continue to capitalize on its innovative strengths to offer even better solutions to its customers.

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