Fanless Embedded Designs Can Now Take Advantage Of AMD64 Technology
Subject: Mobile | May 31, 2007 - 11:13 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SUNNYVALE, Calif. May 30, 2007 AMD (NYSE AMD) today announced an expansion of its Embedded Solutions offerings to include the new AMD Sempron Processor Model 2100+ and the AMD Geode LX 800 @ 0.9W Processor, which can now support designs to be deployed in harsh temperature environments. The addition of these new features in AMD's broad embedded product portfolio showcases AMD's commitment to delivering processor options that address the expanding and often unique needs of the embedded market.
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Toshiba Taps AMD Platform for New Notebooks
Subject: Mobile | May 29, 2007 - 06:10 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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SUNNYVALE, Calif. May 29, 2007 AMD (NYSE AMD) today announced that Toshiba will launch three Satellite notebook PCs based on an AMD mobile platform. Combining advanced mobile processor performance with outstanding graphics, Toshiba will offer systems in the popular Satellite product line based on AMD Turion(tm) 64 X2 dual-core mobile technology and the AMD M690 Series Chipset.
CounterStrike: Shrunk
Subject: Mobile | May 28, 2007 - 05:13 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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If you've ever been on the road and are desperate to frag something, look no further than the OQO model 02 that VIA Arena has been testing. We've seen WoW and Starcraft from Blizzard, but now it's Valve's turn. Follow the link to see Half Life and Counterstrike, in all their miniature glory.
Cutting corners on laptops
Subject: Mobile | May 23, 2007 - 03:00 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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The LCDs on laptops really can't hold a candle to the desktop versions. It isn't a size thing, so much as brightness, response rate and clarity. Rather than depend on eyeballing to judge the difference, AnandTech tests 4 laptops against a Gateway desktop LCD. The results are rather enlightening.
Sony updates their VAIO
Subject: Mobile | May 21, 2007 - 04:30 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Sony has never been considered the makers of the best laptops around, but their VAIO series is the most portable laptop, without crossing the line into a UMPC. This incarnation, the Sony VAIO TZ weighs in at 2.62lbs, and comes with a 1.06GHz C2D, Windows Vista Professional, 1GB of DDR2, an 80GB ATA HDD, a multipurpose DVD RW/R and integrated Intel graphics. The display is 11.1" with a resolution of 1,366x768, which should be enough to let you see without a magnifying glass. As Coo
AMD Details Next-Generation Platform for Notebook PCs
Subject: Mobile | May 18, 2007 - 02:32 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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Tokyo, Japan -- May 18, 2007 -- At a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today officially disclosed more details of its next-generation open platform for notebook computing. Codenamed "Puma," the platform is designed to deliver battery life, graphics and video processing enhancements and improved overall system performance for an enhanced visual experience.
ePaper gets a step closer
Subject: Mobile | May 14, 2007 - 02:00 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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DigiTimes has a look at the newest thing from LG.Phillips, a flexible colour LCD in A4 size (14.1" across). By placing the TFT on metal foil rather that on glass, you get a flexible screen that is hopefully also durable. Drop by and give it a look, if this catches on then ebooks and online newspapers will be a lot nicer to read.
Intel's future in mobility looks rosy
Subject: Mobile | May 10, 2007 - 11:57 AM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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AnandTech looks at the new Centrino, aka Santa Rosa. It has been in development for a long time now, and many believed that it would be a huge jump in power savings. It includes a draft 802.11n WiFi interface which may end up influencing the IEEE's decision as to the final implementation of the new wireless standard. Read on to find out what they thought of the new chipset, and don't forget Ryan's look at it either.
Multitude Of Innovations Boost New Intel-Based Laptops
Subject: Mobile | May 9, 2007 - 06:49 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
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NEW YORK and SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2007 — Faster processors and chipsets. Great-looking video and graphics. Stronger and faster wireless signals. Better security and manageability. Designed for energy efficiency to enable great battery life. An option to turbo-speed boot time and software application loading.