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ANADIGICS Powers Sierra Wireless’ COMPASS™ 885 USB Modem

Company Shipping EDGE and WCDMA Power Amplifiers for Compact Wide-Area USB Modem


November 11, 2008

Warren, NJ, November 11, 2008 — ANADIGICS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANAD) today announced that production volumes of it’s AWT6155, AWT6221 and AWT6241 power amplifiers (PAs) are being shipped to Sierra Wireless for use in the Compass™ 885 USB Modem. The Compass 885 features a compact USB design and microSD™ slot that offers a seamless high-speed connectivity for both Mac and Windows notebook and desktop computers on HSUPA networks.

The Compass 885 is Sierra Wireless’ smallest HSPA USB modem with advanced features that include Sierra Wireless TRU-install™ for easy, automatic software installation, and an expandable microSD™ slot to conveniently transfer multimedia between computer and phone. The Compass 885 USB modem is compatible with 3G networks worldwide, allowing world travelers to stay connected with the ability to roam.

“We are pleased to have been selected for Sierra Wireless’ 885 USB modem for notebooks and desktop computers,” said Ali Khatibzadeh, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Wireless business at ANADIGICS. "ANADIGICS is well positioned to capture 3G market share by leveraging our advanced technology to provide customers with higher performing EDGE and WCDMA power amplifiers."

ANADIGICS’ AWT6155 is a quad-band polar EDGE power amplifier module in 5mm x 5mm package that is half the size of the previous generation PA modules, thereby reducing RF board area in dual-, tri- and quad-band designs. Designed specifically for 3G mobile products, the AWT6155 has two amplifier chains, one to support GSM850/900 bands and the other for DCS/PCS bands. Each amplifier chain is optimized for greater efficiency, power, and linearity in a polar loop environment while maintaining high efficiency in GSM/GPRS mode.

The AWT6221 and AWT6241 are both members of ANADIGICS WCDMA power amplifier family and incorporate ANADIGICS' HELP3™ technology to provide low power consumption without the need for an external voltage regulator. The dual-band AWT6221 combines North American cellular and PCS bands into a small 3mm X 5mm package while delivering uncompromised performance in both frequency bands and conserves printed-circuit board area through the integration of two independent PA chains. ANADIGICS’ AWT6241 power amplifier designed for WCDMA/HSPA wireless handsets and data-card applications in the IMT band, provides low power consumption without the need for an external voltage regulator or DC/DC Converter.

For additional information, contact ANADIGICS by phone (908) 668-5000 or FAX (908) 668-5132 or visit the Company's Web site at www.anadigics.com.

About ANADIGICS, Inc.

ANADIGICS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANAD - News) is a leading provider of semiconductor solutions in the rapidly growing broadband wireless and wireline communications markets. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Warren, NJ, the company's award-winning products include power amplifiers, tuner integrated circuits, active splitters, line amplifiers, and other components, which can be sold individually or packaged as integrated radio frequency and front end modules. For more information, visit www.anadigics.com.