Intel First to Demonstrate Working 45nm Chips

Subject: General Tech | January 25, 2006 - 05:07 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 25, 2006 — Intel Corporation today announced it has become the first company to reach an important milestone in the development of 45 nanometer (nm) logic technology. Intel has produced what are believed to be the first fully functional SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) chips using 45nm process technology, its next— generation, high—volume semiconductor manufacturing process.

Gentlemen, start your imaging engines

Subject: General Tech | January 25, 2006 - 02:29 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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The 2 contenders are Logitech's G5 and Razer's Copperhead.  Head to Techspot to see which gaming mouse can claim to be the mightiest!

"In our last gaming mice showdown, the Logitech MX518 came on top of both the Razer Diamondback

and Razer Viper. Since then however, new products have been released by both companies, and we are

glad to inform you we have had several weeks to test them and report back to you.

AMD and Innovative Silicon

Subject: General Tech | January 25, 2006 - 11:56 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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AMD and Innovative Technology are trying to increase the density of memory, specifically in the L2 cache on high end AMD chips.  The article on Processor Blog is pretty technical, and it hints at some of the advantages that could come about.

Plus, the members have spoken, see who they chose as the best of 2005 in the PC Perspective 2005 Readers Choice Awards.

"L2 cache continues to increase as time moves on and fabrication processes

Four Intel Computer Clubhouses Open In Chicagoland

Subject: General Tech | January 24, 2006 - 12:57 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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CHICAGO, Jan. 24, 2006 — Four Intel Computer Clubhouses, which are unique after—school learning centers for children ages 10 to 18, are opening in the Chicago area in the next two weeks. These clubhouses will be located in existing community service agencies around the city — specifically the ABJ Community Services, Austin YMCA, Howard Area Community Center and WYTEC.

Adobe adds a new dimension to Acrobat

Subject: General Tech | January 24, 2006 - 12:17 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Adobe will release Acrobat 3D next monday, according to this story on CNET.  While it certainly won't be cheap, it will likely be cheaper, easier to use and much more portable than a full CAD program.

"On Monday, the company is releasing Acrobat 3D, which allows a person to create a PDF (Portable

Document Format) file with embedded images from computer-aided design (CAD) applications.

Logitech's new unwired 5.1 speakers

Subject: General Tech | January 23, 2006 - 01:30 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Laptop Gamers grabs a set of Logitech's Z-5450 Wireless speakers, a 5.1 Dolby Digital system.  Check it out to see if the wireless setup has any negative effects on the sound quality.

"Leave it to Logitech to once again raise the bar for computer speaker systems. The Logitech

Z-5450 provides high performance sound with the innovation of wireless rear surround satellite

speakers.

Just because you're paranoid ...

Subject: General Tech | January 23, 2006 - 11:52 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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I don't mean to cast aspersions or alarm anyone, but it seems that the new owner of Zone Alarm is a little curious about what the people who use Zone Alarm are doing.  The Inquirer has posted an article about it, as well as a way to disable the "phone home" in the retail version.  If that and the various vulnerabilities get you down, check out the History of BASIC, it may put a smile back on your face.

"Now, the handsomely-named Mr Cringely has revealed that a colleague of his at Infoworld noticed

that Zone Alarm

AMD PROMOTES DIRK MEYER TO PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Subject: General Tech | January 23, 2006 - 11:32 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SUNNYVALE, CALIF. - Jan. 23, 2006 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced today that Dirk Meyer has been promoted to president and chief operating officer of
AMD. Meyer previously served as president and chief operating officer of AMD's Microprocessor Solutions Sector (MSS) business. He will share the
leadership and management of AMD with Hector Ruiz, who relinquishes the president title and now is AMD chief executive officer and chairman of
the board.

Rocket Bikes for everybody!

Subject: General Tech | January 20, 2006 - 12:03 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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MAKE:Blog has found a guy who runs Bad Brothers Racing, and has an interesting project on the go, combining a Yamaha YR-50 motorcycle, and a turbine engine.  Cheer them on, it may be the quickest way to get your own jetbike!

"For many years now, I have tinkered with all kinds of interesting projects, and have found a lot

of fun in the realm of DIY gas turbine engines. These engines are based around turbochargers, but

are in every sense real jets.

Call of Duty 2 stands for inspection

Subject: General Tech | January 20, 2006 - 11:53 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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The Guru of 3D has done a full dress inspection of Call Of Duty 2, and presents the results for your approval.

"Developer Infinity Ward obviously doesn't believe in small things, but rather aims towards grand

scale of epic proportions. The first Call of Duty did this for the most part with some of the most

immense battles and a scale and level of intensity never before witnessed on a PC.

This has helped set the Call of Duty series above the rest of the crowded World War II genre.

Intel Board Adopts Majority Vote Standard for Election of Directors

Subject: General Tech | January 19, 2006 - 01:10 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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ANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 19, 2006 — Intel Corporation announced today that its board of directors has amended the company's bylaws to adopt a majority vote standard for the election of directors in uncontested elections, beginning with the next election of directors in May. The new standard, which requires each director to receive a majority of the votes cast with respect to that director, further underscores Intel's focus on corporate governance and provides for a greater level of accountability of directors to stockholders.

Intel Declares Regular Cash Dividend

Subject: General Tech | January 19, 2006 - 01:09 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 19, 2006 — Intel Corporation's board of directors has declared a $0.10 per share quarterly dividend on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on Mar. 1, 2006 to stockholders of record on Feb. 7, 2006.

In November the company announced a 25 percent increase in its quarterly dividend, to $0.10 per share.

Intel's Pressroom has more info.

Fixing a soggy mistake

Subject: General Tech | January 19, 2006 - 11:57 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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MAKE:Blog has posted a link to a very handy How To guide, one on fixing electronics after they've gotten soaked, and get to dry on their own, leaving all sorts of interesting mineral deposits everywhere.  If this has happened to you, you will appreciate the info, and if it hasn't ...

AMD REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER

Subject: General Tech | January 18, 2006 - 05:33 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Jan.

Non-modable keyboards are so passe

Subject: General Tech | January 18, 2006 - 02:06 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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The Techzone grabbed Ideazon's ZBoard Customizable Gaming Keyboard, and tried it out on a few games.  Read the review, maybe you'll be tossing your old keyboard out later on today.

"Ideazon has a great idea here, and one that has held up well since its introduction. The Gaming

Keyset supports a surprisingly large number of games, and keymaps are easily accessible from the

menu.

Cool it!

Subject: General Tech | January 18, 2006 - 12:03 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Out of the wild, wacky world of USB devices, The Tech Zone has grabbed a USB powered drink cooler.  If you switch your intake from warm caffeine to cool caffeine at some point in your day, this little doohicky will help keep your drinks cooler for longer.

"We all know that USB is very versatile and can be used for anything from transferring data to

powering a laptop light. However, this is the first time we've seen USB used for keeping your

drink cold.

Good sounds on a budget

Subject: General Tech | January 17, 2006 - 12:18 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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It is not a company most people have heard of, but BlueGear makes soundcards, and their newest is the HDA X-Mystique 7.1.  The cards are priced for someone on a budget, but do offer 7.1 and 5.1 Dolby Digital sound for those who don't want to pick up a Creative card.  Read the whole review at Penstar Systems.

"The sound card market is a very strange one these days.

Get the lag out

Subject: General Tech | January 17, 2006 - 11:57 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Tech-Hounds adds a second article to their quest for lag free gaming.  They explored the video and memory subsystems in teh first article, and now they move onto the hard drive.  If you are planning an upgrade because some of the newest games just don't play smoothly, this may help determine what to buy first.

"In part 1, we concluded that if you want to play new games at the highest detai, you better be

prepared to buy both a high end graphics card and at least 2 GB of memory (assuming you alre