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Sixth straight quarterly loss for AMD

Sixth straight quarterly loss for AMDReport DateUmmm, the report date in the link states "19th April 2007". Either this isn't the correct link, or we have some insight into AMD's problems...Truth, things do not look good for AMDand all the good wishes amount to very little.Two wordsCore 2Right when it...

Tags: Processors, AMD CPU, quarterly loss, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-04-18

Attack code puts Windows PCs at risk

Attack code puts Windows PCs at riskThis is a moot point...... as California and Silicon Valley melts in the summer heat, there won't be any computers left to hack!Oh dear!!! :-(First one is dangerousIt is pretty important for cable modem users who don't use a non-Windows router to apply the...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Operating systems, Patches, Processors, PC, AMD CPU, CPU, Microsoft Corp., Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Linux, computer, operating system, Microsoft Windows, Windows PC

Discussion threads 2006-07-25

AMD stock downgraded to 'sell'

AMD stock downgraded to 'sell'Analyst... what a JOKE !These friggin morons couldn't BUY a CLUE when it comes to tech stocks. Rumors and gossip rule Wall Street and few if any analyst ever do their homework. It's the clueless leading the blind, as they fleece investors.Contradictions? Vested interests?How do...

Tags: Network technology, Processors, 64-bit, stock, AMD CPU, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., Int-hell FUD

Discussion threads 2006-03-13

Intel: Friend or foe?

Intel: Friend or foe?AMD has a pointIntel implies that AMD can't compete. I find that to be disingenuous at best. AMD CPU's out-perform Intel and do it for less money. If it were about true competition then AMD would be killing Intel. However when Intel corrupts the capitailst system through...

Tags: Processors, Microsoft Corp., AMD CPU, Intel Corp., Advanced Micro Devices Inc.

Discussion threads 2005-09-07

Intel to shelve new desktop, server chips

Intel to shelve new desktop, server chipsThis ought to be interestingWill it be "64-bits Everywhere"? or some kind of improved heat reduction? or an Itanium bail-out?I'll be watching with great interest.Translation, we got caught with our pants down.I think Intel was convinced they could roll out one more 32-bit version...

Tags: Network technology, Semiconductors, Processors, Now IT, server, AMD CPU, desktop, Intel Corp., chip, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., 64-bit

Discussion threads 2004-05-07

AMD compatibility no problem for Intel chip

AMD compatibility no problem for Intel chipGreatjust come up with a socket 754 P4. Then we can use P4s with the next AMD Hypertransport specification.DDR II. Update the BIOS to use 'hyperthreading.Sure really. Jolly roger that. PCI-express {burp}. Right whats next ? Oh Windows 64 -bit. This will be good....

Tags: Semiconductors, Network technology, Processors, AMD CPU, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., chip

Discussion threads 2004-02-13

Additional Resources

Hardware 2.0 'Very Best Kit List' for Jul/Aug 09

Hardware 2.0 'Very Best Kit List' for Jul/Aug 09Adrian:Use Intel much?I appreciated your lineup, but noticed one glaring fact: while I can agree that Intel offers the best extreme processor in the i7 965 EE (for $1000), I noticed the glaring omission of any AMD parts. I think that if...

Tags: Processors, Virtualization, RAID, Jul/Aug 09, Hardware 2.0, Intel Corp., CPU, HyperThreading, hardware

Discussion threads 2009-07-02

Toybox Ten: 10 full-featured laptops for less than $750

Toybox Ten: 10 full-featured laptops for less than $750It's a laptop.If you need a terabyte get a server with Raid 1 or better.Ok here you go.A 1TB Hard Drive laptop, decent specs, 18 inch screen.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220538Sometimes it is hard find what you want, now if you need something cheaper then I...

Tags: Notebooks, laptop computer, full-featured laptop, Toybox

Discussion threads 2009-07-01

AVConverter Technologies iPod Converter 3.8.152 (Windows)

iPod Converter converts video formats (AVI, MPG, MOV, and RM) to iPod video formats, MPEG4, MOV, and H.264. Supports video size, frame rate, and bit rate. Supports audio channels, bit rate, sample rate. Can convert selected parts and convert multiple files. High audio and video quality. Supports drag and drop....

Tags: Apple iPod, Microsoft Windows, Video, Video Format, AVConverter Technologies, iPod Converter, Corporate Communications, Digital Music, Digital Media, Marketing, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics

Software downloads 2009-06-30

CPU Speed Professional 3.0.3.0 (Windows)

CPU Speed Professional is an application that measures the real speed of your Intel or AMD central processor unit CPU. It features a stunning interface with elegant animations and screen transitions. Click the Test My Speed button and watch as CPU Speed ramps up your computer's processor to full throttle....

Tags: CPU Speed, Microsoft Windows, CPU, Wizard Software, CPU Speed Professional, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components

Software downloads 2009-06-26

Shuttle XPC H7 5800

You can find plenty of small form factor gaming systems out there, notably from Falcon Northwest and Maingear, but the Shuttle XPC H7 5800 might be the smallest chassis we know of that still supports multiple graphics cards. As much as we credit Shuttle for loading up its small H7...

Tags: Video cards, Network technology, TV & Home Theater, Shuttle, XPC H7 5800, Shuttle XPC H7 5800, Shuttle XPC, Maingear X-Cube

Product reviews 2009-06-23

Toshiba debuts six new Satellite L Series budget laptops; start at $549

Toshiba on Tuesday announced the latest iteration of its Satellite L Series laptops, with a new look, new screen sizes and value-minded price tag. Intended for consumers and students looking for a budget system, the L Series offers six models in four sizes...

Tags: Multimedia, Satellite, Toshiba Corp., Laptop Computer, L Series, Network Technology, Networking, Andrew Nusca

Blog posts 2009-06-23

eMachines EL1300G-01w

We're this close to really liking eMachines' most affordable desktop. The $298 EL1300G-01w has a sharp design, and sacrifices little in the way of core features. Our hang-up lies mostly in its pokey performance. We recognize that many of you are willing to sacrifice speed for a borderline throw-away PC...

Tags: DVD, Consumer electronics, Desktops, eMachines EL1300G-01w, eMachines Inc.

Product reviews 2009-06-11

AMD grabs "impressive" market share from Intel in Q1

AMD grabs "impressive" market share from Intel in Q1AMD will do well to become very pro Linux.With the purchasing power of FOSS builders and installers behind them, they could take another huge chunk whilst doing FOSS a service at the same time.The New AMDEvery time I see Adrian "what's his...

Tags: Linux, Processors, OPEN SOURCE, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-06-10

HP slashes prices on dv2, dv3, dv6 laptops; aims for college students

With the back-to-school college student market in mind, Hewlett-Packard announced today that it is cutting prices on its popular Pavilion dv2, dv3 and dv6 laptops. First on the cutting block is the HP Pavilion dv2z, now starting at $599. The dv2z is positioned...

Tags: Hewlett-Packard Co., HP Pavilion, Corel Corp., Laptop Computer, Dv2z, Desktops, Hardware, Andrew Nusca

Blog posts 2009-06-09

Computex attendance falls, but Android 'coming out party' succeeds

The weeklong Computex Taipei 2009 electronics show wrapped up Saturday with lower attendance from last year, despite mobile manufacturers using the show as a splashy introduction to a wealth of Google Android-based products. An estimated 100,000 people visited Computex Taipei 2009 from around the world, down a...

Tags: Computex, Google Android, Chinese Company, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Hardware, Andrew Nusca

Blog posts 2009-06-08

Intel announces new chips, excited about notebooks, WiMax

Intel announces new chips, excited about notebooks, WiMaxLatest AMD AM3 Phenom II CPU - Video ReviewIf your not sure to get Intel or AMD, and want the best performance for the price point then you should look into AMD.Take this latest Phenom II video review for example:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1BHR8AY2DsCheers

Tags: Corporate communications, Wi-Fi, Notebooks, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Intel Corp., WiMAX, notebook, chip

Discussion threads 2009-06-03

So what's new with the new Core i7 CPUs?

So what's new with the new Core i7 CPUs?And the need?Where, exactly is the need for these super fast CPU's? Unless you're doing some serious video codec conversion or video editing, what is the point?Do you not believe we have reached a point with the Core2Duo that these chips are...

Tags: Corporate communications, Core i7, CPU, new Core i7 CPU, Core i7 CPU, video

Discussion threads 2009-06-03

Intel Core i7 950/975 CPUs on the way ... anyone interested?

Intel Core i7 950/975 CPUs on the way ... anyone interested?... by your own petard.No divine worship here. While you offer up your '$350 gaming system' and 'performance PC' recommendations ... I simply buy a stock PC for much less from a royalty OEM. Unless one has specialised needs (as...

Tags: Games, Processors, game, USD, CPU, Intel Core Microarchitecture

Discussion threads 2009-06-03

AMD announces ATI Theater HD 750 "HDTV on a chip"

Some owners of home theater PCs HTPCs want as much of the same experience as a typical cable user as possible, which means they need to install CableCards into their systems to access scrambled digital channels and the like. For those whose TV needs are less demanding, a PC with...

Tags: HDTV, ATI Technologies Inc., Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Chip, Chipsets, Cable, TVs, Tv & Home Theater, Network Technology, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Telecommunications, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment, Networking, Sean Portnoy

Blog posts 2009-06-02