NXP Semiconductors is a leading maker of mixed-signal processors and microcontrollers, which are used in automotive, communications, security, Internet of Things, and other applications. Its products are components in car radios and automated driver assist systems, notebook computers, wireless base stations, smartphones, and pachinko machines.  In addition to its former parent Philips, NXP’s customers include Apple, Bosch, Delphi, Ericsson, Nokia, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony.