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After a slow start, quad-core is catching on: After a slow start, quad-core is catching onThose C.P.U are useful only for a few thingsPersonnaly, the only reason i will buy a Quad core CPU is to run virtual machines.Paravirtualisation solution such as Zen or the upcoming Windows Hyper V.Call me John Lennon then"I don't think anyone had imagined...; Tags: Processors, quad-core; Discussion threads 2008-05-06
Apple iMac refresh roundup: Coverage of the Apple iMac refresh fell into two camps. The first consists of the usual specs and prices. This was a speed bump--the design of the aluminum all-in-one is unchanged--with faster Core 2 Duo processors, larger L2 cache, more memory, a faster system bus, and new...; Tags: Processor, Apple iMac, Apple Inc., Intel Corp., Desktops, Hardware, John Morris; Blog posts 2008-04-29
New high-def S3 graphics Processor announced: ESC 2008 seems hot this year, and S3 Graphics just announced its 65-nanometer 4300E graphics processor this morning. The company claims that the 4300E outperforms its competition by as much as 30 percent, and is the only discrete high-performance HD video and graphics processor designed specifically to...; Tags: S3 Inc., Processor, Multimedia, Video, Graphics, GPU, ESC 2008, 4300E, Connectability, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Andrew Nusca; Blog posts 2008-04-16
Willcom D4 runs with an Intel Atom Processor in a sleek form factor: Willcom D4 runs with an Intel Atom processor in a sleek form factorSoon as someone ports Linux this will be attractive......fortunately if it even loads that debacle vista, Linux will FLY on this thing. Nice hardware specs, too. Sweet!! My Zaurus is getting a bit long in...; Tags: Linux, Willcom D4, Willcom, sleek form factor, Intel Atom, Intel Corp., processor; Discussion threads 2008-04-14
At last, AMD ships quad-core Opterons: At last, AMD ships quad-core OpteronsPaging George Ou...ntLooking forward to the PhenomI'm looking forward to the "fixed" Phenoms. I'm ready to build a new PC and don't want to buy anything from Intel.Also, I want a TRUE 64 bit chip, not the 32 bit faking 64 of a Core2.Like...; Tags: Processors, 64-bit, Network technology, quad-core, register, AMD Opteron, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., processor; Discussion threads 2008-04-09

Dell: More layoffs on tap; ITaaS; And a bit of gadget lust: Dell: More layoffs on tap; ITaaS; And a bit of gadget lustStill lostDell not only lost their way, they're still lost. And, rather than stop and figure out how to get back where they started, they're striking off in several directions at once. Unless they're just plain lucky,...; Tags: Workforce management, ITaaS, Dell Computer Corp., layoff; Discussion threads 2008-04-04
Intel unveils Atom chips: Intel unveils Atom chipsatom chipI can't figure out why a slow chip with low power is any good. How about a fast chip with low power. If all this is intended to do is to save a few minutes of laptop time on the battery, how about when...; Tags: Semiconductors, Network technology, Processors, chip, Intel Corp.; Discussion threads 2008-04-02
Intel's Atom chips to fuel Mobile Internet Devices; Who's buying?: Intel on Wednesday unveiled its Atom processors and the refrain is familiar: These chips will power a bevy of mobile Internet devices (MIDs). The larger question: What kind of future will MIDs have? Let's face it--MID is an acronym largely cooked up by Intel to sell more...; Tags: Processor, Mobile, Internet Device, Intel Atom, Intel Corp., Mobile Internet Device, Chip, Intel System Controller Hub, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-04-02
The new, improved AMD Phenom: The new, improved AMD PhenomWhat a ShameAMD had a good thing going back when they introduced their 1st dual core processor. They made Intel sit up and take notice. Now AMD is a barely holding on, back of the bus processor company who is relegated to selling defective...; Tags: Games, Processors, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., AMD Phenom, AMD IS, IGP, processor; Discussion threads 2008-03-28
AMD releases Quad and Triple core Phenom Processors: AMD releases Quad and Triple core Phenom processorsHow about a 1 GHz or less model that uses 20 watts. That would be all Ineed. Still using a 1.2 GHz Pentium M single processor laptop that is still a lot faster than I need.And, AMD, we would love to support you,...; Tags: Semiconductors, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., AMD Phenom, processor; Discussion threads 2008-03-26
1.6GHz Processor and 2GB of RAM not enough for Mac OS X?!?!: 1.6GHz processor and 2GB of RAM not enough for Mac OS X?!?!You are being mean[i]If the MacBook Air really isn’t up to web browsing and email, then maybe this system should ship with a Vista Capable (or should that be Vista Incapable) sticker on it.[/i]Mean, but absolutely hilarious!!!! :)Maybe [url=http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=399]...; Tags: Memory, Notebooks, Desktops, Mac OS X?!?, RAM, MBA, processor, Apple Mac OS, Jason, notebook, Apple Macintosh, Microsoft Windows Vista; Discussion threads 2008-03-26
Fujitsu LifeBook A6120: There's not much to get excited about with Fujitsu's 15-inch LifeBook, the A6120. It features the same functional yet boxy chassis as its predecessor, the A6110, but adds an Intel Penryn processor and upgraded specs for a couple hundred dollars more, while shedding a bit of weight in the process....; Tags: Notebooks, Processors, Fujitsu Ltd., LifeBook A6120, Fujitsu LifeBook, Intel Penryn, Inspiron 1525, laptop computer, processor; Product reviews 2008-03-14
Decoding AMD's 45nm Processor announcement: Decoding AMD's 45nm processor announcementUnderpromise and over deliverIs Microsoft's new mantra and I think AMD should adapt it as well, it is clear that they have fallen into the same trap Microsoft fell victim to in that they are promising much more then they are able to deliver with given...; Tags: processor announcement, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., processor; Discussion threads 2008-03-12
The Making of the ASR 1000: Cisco ASR and Quantum Flow Processor: In this free video, learn how making flexibility a priority resulted in a network industry first. In it, you'll discover the story behind the Cisco Aggregation Services Router (ASR) series--designed from the ground up to make Cisco itself more innovative, while helping our customers grab a significant competitive edge. Hear...; Tags: Processor, Network, Cisco Systems Inc., Quantum Corp.; Presentations 2008-03-04
Updated MacBook inherits Penryn Processor: Updated MacBook inherits Penryn processorTruly impressive!Great configurations for an unfortunately high price!ANd people wondered why Apple went with IntelPretty obvious to me why they switched to x86 CPUs from Intel.Was hoping for more...A redesigned form factor (thinner MBP)Multi-Touch Trackpad on MBs (not just the Pros)A redeisgned form factorFaster MBsA redeisgned...; Tags: Notebooks, Processors, Desktops, Apple Inc., Penryn, Penryn processor, Apple MacBook, processor, Updated MacBook, Dell Computer Corp., Intel Corp., Microsoft Windows; Discussion threads 2008-02-26
Updated MacBook inherits Penryn Processor: In addition to a new MacBook Pro Apple also today announced an updated MacBook notebook with similar upgrades.The new MacBook ships with Intel's latest mobile processor, Penryn, which is based on 45nm-process technology, just like its big brother the MacBook Pro. The new MacBook configurations...; Tags: Processor, Apple MacBook, MacBook Configuration, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Jason D. O\'Grady; Blog posts 2008-02-26
AMD+Phenom+triple-core+coming+soon: AMD+Phenom+triple-core+coming+soonDear Mr. AMD Guy and Mr. Domo,Great job! Would it be posible to call up 'Starman' and build a website that would support all of the aftermarket motherboard "bios" so the people at the electronics store in my area will enjoy the benefits of leaving the showroom for McDonald's at...; Tags: Processors, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., processor, Intel Corp., quad-core; Discussion threads 2008-02-26
New Apple Patent app describes technology for personalized podcasts to iPhone, other devices: Technology described in a newly published Apple Patent application would let podcast viewers and listeners request personalized podcasts from podcast content creators whose podcasts they subscribe to. The Patent app is entitled, "Creation, Management and Delivery of Personalized Media Items." ...; Tags: Apple iPhone, Processor, Apple Inc., Patent App, Media Item, Data Storage Device, Podcasts, Internet, Russell Shaw; Blog posts 2008-02-21
The battle for the soul of your smartphone: The cut-throat market for the chips that power smartphones and handhelds just got more competitive. In the past few days, no fewer than five semiconductors companies, including Samsung, ST Microelectronics, Texas Instruments, Qualcomm, and, yes, even Nvidia, have all announced new application processors: Nvidia APX 2500 press...; Tags: Software, Apple iPhone, Processor, Mobile, Smart Phone, NVidia Corp., Chip, Application Processor, SoC, Smart Phones, Advertising & Promotion, Cellular Phones, Handhelds, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Marketing, Hardware, John Morris; Blog posts 2008-02-12
eMachines T3642: Of all the sub-$400 PCs on the market right now, the eMachines T3642 is the best in its price class. It offers the most processing power, the largest hard drive storage, and the most versatile collection of features compared with other on-the-shelf offerings currently available at Best Buy, Circuit City,...; Tags: Processors, Desktops, DVD, Consumer electronics, processor, eMachines T3642, eMachines Inc., AMD Athlon, desktop; Product reviews 2008-02-11