The OMAP SoC family from Texas Instruments integrates an ARM processor with a digital signal processor (DSP) to create a power-efficient platform for multimedia applications, especially in mobile devices. The OMAP family is categorized into three groups based on performance, targeting different application needs from basic multimedia to high-performance processors for smartphones and advanced mobile internet devices. Key features include support for various multimedia codecs, advanced imaging capabilities, and enhanced security, making OMAP suitable for a wide range of consumer electronics.