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AMD's new roadmap: Can it execute?: AMD's new roadmap: Can it execute?Is "asset smart" the new term for "fabless"?Is the term "asset smart" another way of saying, "Fabless"? I mean, "Fabless" does have a negative connotation to it. "Asset Smart" sounds new and fresh and exciting. I like it !!! Perhaps it means...; Tags: Video cards, Semiconductors, Processors, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., graphics, chip, Intel Corp., graphics chip, new roadmap, Puma, asset; Discussion threads 2008-05-08
After a slow start, quad-core is catching on: This week AMD is expected to announce that it has sold more than 1 million quad-core processors, according to the site TGDaily. That sounds about right since the company previously said it had shipped 500,000 in the first quarter, and 400,000 in the fourth quarter last year. AMD announced its...; Tags: Desktop, Hard Drive, Quad-core, Memory, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., Chip, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, John Morris; Blog posts 2008-05-06
Want Intel's newest Chip? Buy an iMac: Want Intel's newest chip? Buy an iMacOnly an Apple ....... fanboy would consider running an overclocked laptop CPU in their desktop a good thing. My God you guys are starved for technology.RE: Want Intel's newest chip? Buy an iMacLOL! The Vista thing is going fine. And I wouldn't own...; Tags: Desktops, Semiconductors, BIOS, Network technology, Processors, Apple Inc., chip, Intel Corp., newest chip, Apple iMac, Apple Macintosh, CPU; Discussion threads 2008-04-29
VeriChip launches consumer campaign for ID Chips: VeriChip launches consumer campaign for ID chipsVeriChip launches consumer campaign for ID chipsI think the general idea is great that in case of an emergency your medical records will be with you or at least easily accessible. That could save a lot of time if it tells the medical...; Tags: Semiconductors, Network technology, VeriChip, consumer campaign, chip; Discussion threads 2008-04-29
Want Intel's newest Chip? Buy an iMac: In a comment left yesterday by Davewrite under my story about the new, speedier iMacs noted that the Intel Core Duo Extreme processor found in the new iMacs is not yet available in any PC. In fact, the chip isn't officially rolled out by Intel yet. According...; Tags: Apple iMac, Apple Inc., Intel Corp., Chip, Montevina, Processors, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Components, Networking, Jason D. O\'Grady; Blog posts 2008-04-29

VeriChip launches consumer campaign for ID Chips: As we expected last week, VeriChip has launched a consumer campaign on behalf of its implanted ID chips under the name HealthLink. The company's consumer page touts the chip as protection for aging parents, a way to link them to their health records in an emergency. ...; Tags: VeriChip, Chip, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Networking, Dana Blankenhorn; Blog posts 2008-04-29
AMD launches 'business class' Phenom, Athlon Chips: AMD launches 'business class' Phenom, Athlon chipsOne thing AMD has better...than Intel is the way the heat sink mounts. The four little pins holding the Intel heat sink to the main board is very mickey mouse. I've had the outer portion of the pin, what expands to hold the sink...; Tags: Processors, Network technology, Sanity, AMD Athlon, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Phenom, business class, Intel Corp., chip; Discussion threads 2008-04-28
AMD launches 'business class' Phenom, Athlon Chips: AMD on Monday announced "business class" versions of its Phenom and Athlon processors for the commercial markets. The big pitch: PC manufacturers will maintain AMD's business class systems for 24 months to ensure that systems aren't phased out before they are deployed. The chipmaker (all AMD resources)...; Tags: AMD Athlon, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Chip, Chipsets, Desktops, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-04-27
Betting that Apple will make PPC laptops again: But you won't be able to buy one any time soon. Apple says it bought P.A. Semi to get its hands on some patents and a bunch of very bright engineers who are already used to working together. I'm sure that's true - but...; Tags: Dual-core, Apple Inc., U.S. Department Of Defense, Laptop Computer, Chip, PPC, Robots, Corporate Governance, Processors, Semiconductors, Emerging Technologies, Business Operations, Corporate Law, Hardware, Components, Paul Murphy; Blog posts 2008-04-26
Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?: Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?Another Interesting Opinionhttp://www.roughlydrafted.com/2008/04/24/why-did-apple-buy-pa-semi/RE: Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?This is crazy. Apple technology goes straight to the Commies in China!!!!RE: Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?How about: Apple buys PA Semi, because Intel can't (because of antitrust!)? I'm sure the great Borg...; Tags: Corporate law, Semiconductors, Games, Apple Inc., PA Semi, defensive move; Discussion threads 2008-04-25
Apple's PA Semi buyout: A defensive move?: According to reports, Apple purchased embedded chip maker PA Semi this week and the rumors are flying: that Apple is back in chipset business; or that Apple is going back to the PowerPC for some future device (since PA Semi made PowerPC-based processor). However, some chip analysts say that it...; Tags: Exponential Technology, Apple Inc., IBM PowerPC, Chip, PA Semi, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Processors, Hardware, Networking, Components, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-04-25
Defense concerns may scuttle Apple-PA Semi deal: The Defense Department could potentially throw a spanner in Apple's plans to acquire chip design firm PA Semi, according to EETimes. That's because of reports that Apple is acquiring the company for its intellectual property and design know-how -- not for its current product line. If Apple is...; Tags: U.S. Department Of Defense, Chip, PA Semi, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Networking, Richard Koman; Blog posts 2008-04-25
AMD releases new triple-core Phenoms: As expected, AMD rounded out today its new line of triple-core Phenom processsors. The three new chips include the 2.4GHz Phenom X3 8750 ($195), 2.3GHz Phenom X3 8650 ($165), and the 2.1GHz Phenom X3 8450 ($145). The prices overlap with some of AMD's fastest Athlon dual-core...; Tags: AMD Athlon, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Chip, Processors, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Components, Networking, John Morris; Blog posts 2008-04-23
To Chip or not to Chip: To chip or not to chipNone question...I will *NEVER* let one of these be implanted into me. Its just another sign that the government has overstepped it bounds. I was mad enough about RFID chips in my passport, but actual implants? Never...RE: To chip or not to chipWhy do you...; Tags: Semiconductors, Network technology, chip; Discussion threads 2008-04-22
To Chip or not to Chip – that is the question: Our fearless leader, Larry Dignan, wrote this morning to say VeriChip is launching a consumer campaign. The chip was approved for use back in 2004 after many years of being used on animals. (The picture is from an MSNBC story on the approval.) The...; Tags: VeriChip, Chip, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Networking, Dana Blankenhorn; Blog posts 2008-04-22
VeriChip goes consumer with its implantable RFID Chips; Would you buy?: VeriChip goes consumer with its implantable RFID chips; Would you buy?Back to Basic - Fingerprint and DNA scan - What is the difference?The suspense is dramatic for me personally!Disingenuous arguments...."However, I see RFID as a key component to personal health records."Key component? Are you kidding? I see it...; Tags: RFID, VeriChip, implantable RFID chip, RFID chip, medical record, chip; Discussion threads 2008-04-22
VeriChip goes consumer with its implantable RFID Chips; Would you buy?: VeriChip said Tuesday it will begin pitching its implantable RFID chips directly to consumers in a move that aims to link doctors directly to personal health records. VeriChip said it will launch a direct-to-consumer marketing campaign in South Florida on April 28. The general idea appears...; Tags: VeriChip, Health Care, RFID Chip, Personal Health Record, Chip, Microsoft HealthVault, Health Link, RFID, Wireless, Security, Biometrics, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-04-22
AMD's 45nm Chips to hit faster speeds?: An update to my post earlier today on Shanghai, AMD's 45nm processor due around the end of this year. The site Fudzilla says internal data shows the quad-core desktop version, code-named Deneb, can reach speeds as high as 3.2GHz. The fastest 65nm Phenom X4 has topped out...; Tags: Quad-core, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Chip, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, John Morris; Blog posts 2008-04-21
Zogis GeForce 9800 GTX: Nvidia's new GeForce 9800 GTX 3D graphics chip is the spiritual successor to the GeForce 8800 GTX. That latter chip has been the PC gamers' watermark for excellence since it came out at the end of 2006. The difference this time around is while the 8800 GTX debuted with a...; Tags: Semiconductors, Network technology, Nvidia GeForce, GeForce 9800, chip, card; Product reviews 2008-04-09
Communication Chips generated $36.6 bln in 2007: The Communications Chip market generated estimated $36.6 bln in the year 2007. That revenue was generated by shipping an estimated 3.73 bln chips during the year, iLocus says. Texas Instruments leads the market earning around $6.6 bln and thus holding 18% of the communications chip market share. Other leaders in...; Tags: Revenue, Chip, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Hardware, Networking, AM; Blog posts 2008-04-04