Borqs: Simplifying IoT through Targeted Android Solutions

The burgeoning implementation of compute, connectivity, sensors, and geolocation capabilities has broadened Android adoption beyond just smartphones and tablets. Casting its spell on almost every industry, Android-based IoT applications are poised to dominate globally as it did in mobile. Leading this innovation trend is Borqs, a connected wireless products and cloud solutions company, delivering end-to-end solutions for various industry verticals. “We design, develop and commercialize customized IoT solutions for different vertical applications ranging from traditional data enabled devices to non-traditional ruggedized, automotive IVI, wearables, smart home appliances, point of sale et al., delivered in targeted form factors ,” says George Thangadurai, SVP, President of International Business, Borqs.

Since inception, Borqs has excelled in customizing Android to perfection based on customer requirements. “As a Google partner, it was about seven years ago that Borqs customized Google’s Android for the Chinese market ensuring that the software is carrier-ready to be integrated with Chinese services,” proclaims Thangadurai. As a strategic partner of Qualcomm and Intel, Borqs delivers advanced capabilities in computing and connectivity across devices of varying form factors. The company aims at reducing the complexities in IoT adoption for non-traditional companies while enabling innovation at the chipset level to foster vertical-specific connected devices. “Borqs has a proven track record in design, development, product realization of IoT solutions based on leading chipsets and Android, along with E2E connectivity services. Our global presence enables closer collaboration with our customers.”

Borqs is a platform company in its DNA with Android based platforms optimized for different category of devices & cloud services platform. Its ability to integrate Android in diverse environments encompassing networking, sensors, multiple I/O interfaces, security, payments, and manageability, is its key differentiator. “Our deep knowledge of the chipsets due to our partnership with Intel & Qualcomm, our strong IP portfolio built over many years and our experienced HW & SW teams are the tool kits. Our solutions are currently used by operators, OEMs, enterprises, consumers, automobile, restaurants, defense, and governments,” highlights Thangadurai.