Fibocom's AI Innovation Enables Smarter Retail Experience
As retailers rethink the checkout for an AI-driven era, Fibocom is extending its expertise from connectivity into intelligent retail systems.
Powered by MediaTekās Genio 520/720 platform, Fibocomās AI ECR solution combines high-performance edge AI computing with rich connectivity.
As a result, global retailers can deliver smarter, faster and more immersive in-store experiences.
Building on its leadership in wireless modules and AI solutions, Fibocomās latest Electronic Cash Register (ECR) platform brings powerful on-device AI, premium displays and robust I/O into a compact, store-ready design.
Core hardware power for edge AI
At the heart of the solution is an advanced 6nm octa-core processor, designed to handle both traditional POS workloads and next-generation AI use cases at the edge.
It combines two ARM Cortex-A78 cores running at up to 2.2GHz with six ARM Cortex-A55 cores at up to 2.0GHz, balancing high performance with energy efficiency across demanding retail tasks.
An integrated NPU 850 delivers up to 10 TOPS of AI performance, enabling real-time inference directly on the device.
From dynamic pricing and smart recommendations to intelligent queue management, the system can run sophisticated AI models without relying solely on the cloud.
Onādevice large model intelligence
By leveraging the NPU alongside a Neon engine, Fibocom’s AI ECR supports on-device large language models tailored to retail.
This makes natural voice interaction at the checkout possible, allowing staff and customers to use conversational commands for actions like item lookup or assistance.
Local processing also underpins real-time inventory forecasting and complex visual recognition, such as identifying products, monitoring shelf status or detecting anomalies.
Keeping these workloads on the device helps reduce cloud dependency, enhance data privacy and improve responsiveness at the edge.
Immersive visual experience in store
To support modern retail interfaces and digital signage, the solution drives a 15.6-inch 2K capacitive multi-touch display at 60fps.
With 2D/3D graphics acceleration, it can render smooth, information-rich dashboards for staff and engaging customer-facing content.
For larger or dual-screen setups, the platform can also power 4K and even 5K ultra-HD displays.
This makes it suitable not just as a POS terminal, but as the visual hub for menus, promotions and immersive in-store advertising.
Rich interfaces and seamless connectivity
Retail environments demand flexible integration with peripherals and sensors.
To meet these demands, Fibocom’s AI ECR PCBA responds with a broad set of expansion interfaces, including USB Type-A 3.0/2.0, USB Type-C, HDMI OUT, eDP, RJ45, RJ50, RJ12 and audio ports.
This allows easy connection to printers, barcode scanners, cash drawers and other POS devices.
Multi-sensing capability is built in through dual-camera support via MIPI CSI and USB.
This enables AI-powered facial payment, behaviour analysis and loss-prevention monitoring, opening the door to more secure and personalised checkout journeys.
On the wireless side, integrated WiāFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 deliver stable, high-speed connections even in busy retail spaces.
Whether linking to back-office systems, in-store networks or connected peripherals, the platform is designed to stay responsive under pressure.
Android 15 for secure, future-ready retail
Fibocom’s AI ECR is among the first in its class to run Android 15, giving developers access to an open, modern and security-hardened ecosystem.
Enhanced multitasking and memory management help keep applications running smoothly across shifts, while system-level security features support long-term, reliable operation in mission-critical environments.
Combined with Fibocom’s hardware foundation and AI-first design, the platform is built to meet both industrial and consumer-grade expectations.
From small boutiques to large chains, retailers gain a flexible ECR solution that brings intelligence to the point of sale – and moves the industry from simple connectivity towards truly intelligent retail experiences.
“We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Fibocom, leveraging the MediaTek Genio platform to deliver powerful edge AI performance with on-device large model support,” says CK Wang, Vice President and General Manager of MediaTek IoT.
“This solution demonstrates our shared commitment to advancing smart retail and helping businesses become more competitive and efficient.”
Ralph Zhao, General Manager of Mobile Computing Solutions BU at Fibocom, adds: “As the retail industry accelerates toward automation and intelligence, edge AI computing has become the key to improving user experience.
"Fibocom’s new AI ECR solution represents a breakthrough in hardware design and enables large-model applications at the point of sale with 10 TOPS of processing power – empowering partners to build more competitive and intelligent retail solutions.”
