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Taipei,
Thursday, December 4, 2008
06:15 (GMT+8)
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Asustek to replace Atom with Celeron in Eee Box to boost sales Dec 2, 01:05 While its nettop products have not sold as well as expected since debuting four months ago, Asustek is introducing a Celeron version of the Eee Box priced at NT$7,988 (US$240) in order to increase shipments for this year, according to market sources. The company is replacing the Atom processor with a Celeron 220 processor and upgrading its hard drive from 80GB to 120GB, while cutting the overall price, the sources explained. Read more |
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Intel denies rumored Calpella platform delay, says paper Newswatch - Nov 28, 17:21 Due to the price of Intel's current Centrino 2 notebook platform being too high – making it difficult for vendors to drop their notebook pricing – sources at notebook vendors revealed that the platform's penetration rate is only around 30% currently, according to a Chinese-language Commercial Times report. Read more |
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Intel raids skilled staff from SMIC and Hynix for Fab 68 in China Nov 27, 14:11 Intel has completed first-round recruitment of staff for its 12-inch fab in Dalian, China (Fab 68) amid the rising wave of layoffs and production cuts by global semiconductor players, according to market sources in China. Read more |
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Intel to phase out Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU in 1Q09 Nov 27, 01:15 Intel is planning to start phasing out the 65nm Core 2 Quad Q6600 in the first quarter of 2009, prompting several PC and channel vendors to start planning to cut Q6600-product prices to clear their inventory before the end of this year, according to sources at PC vendors. Read more |
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Why not both ARM and Intel processors in notebooks Nov 25, 15:19 While UK-based IP firm ARM is aggressively targeting Intel's turf in the netbook market with its ARM-based processors, notebook makers and vendors are considering offering hybrid solutions that would combine the best of both worlds concerning optimizing the features offered by Intel and ARM. Read more |
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IM Flash starts 34nm NAND flash production Nov 25, 09:51 Intel and Micron Technology has announced mass production of their jointly-developed 34nm, 32 gigabit multi-level cell (MLC) NAND flash memory device. Developed and manufactured by the companies' NAND flash joint venture, IM Flash Technologies, the process technology is available on the market and enables the industry's 32Gb NAND chip that fits into a standard 48-lead thin small-outline package (TSOP). Read more |
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Taiwan market: Acer to start selling Core i7-based desktop PC at IT Month 2008 Nov 24, 14:35 Acer has announced that it will start selling its first Intel Core i7-based desktop PC, the Aspire M7720, in Taiwan at IT Month 2008 which begins November 29. Read more |
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MSI to launch Atom-based all-in-one PCs in January 2009 Nov 20, 12:12 Micro-Star International (MSI) has revealed that the company is planning to launch three Wind Neton all-in-one desktop PCs in January next year with a price ranging between US$399-799, according to Joseph Hsu, chairman of the company. Read more |
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Intel to launch 65W desktop CPUs for all-in-one PCs Nov 19, 16:31 Intel is planning to launch three 65W low-power desktop CPUs targeting small form factor (SFF) PCs and all-in-one PCs in the middle of January next year, according to sources at PC vendors. Read more |
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Intel Core i7 processor demand will not pickup until 3Q09, say motherboard makers Nov 19, 16:22 Although Intel claims to have already shipped around 100,000 Intel Core i7 CPUs, some motherboard makers point out that due to the impact of the dropping global economy affecting consumers' willingness to upgrade their PCs, demand for Core i7 is unlikely to pickup until the third quarter in 2009. Read more |
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Biostar launches Intel X58-based motherboard Nov 19, 10:21 Biostar Microtech International has unveiled a top of the line motherboard for next generation Intel platform-TPower X58 based on Nehalem architecture. Read more |
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New AMD CPU numbering scheme similar to Intel Core i7 Nov 18, 14:46 AMD has recently changed its CPU numbering scheme plans from five digits number to only three digits, similar to that of Intel's Core i7 CPUs, according to sources at motherboard makers. Read more |
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Intel launches Core i7 processor Nov 18, 09:57 Intel introduced its most advanced desktop processor, the Intel Core i7 processor. The Core i7 processor is the first member of a new family of Nehalem processor designs, with new technologies that boost performance on demand and maximize data throughput. The Core i7 processor speeds video editing, immersive games and other popular Internet and computer activities by up to 40% without increasing power consumption. Read more |
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Intel mulls extended life-cycle for socket 775-based processors Nov 17, 12:10 Intel is considering extending the life-cycle of its socket 775-based processors to 2011 and is expected to let these CPUs cover the entry-level segment, according to sources at motherboard makers. Read more |
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Intel lowers 4Q sales estimate by more than 10% Nov 13, 12:27 Intel has announced that its fourth-quarter business will be below the company's previous outlook. The company now expects fourth-quarter revenue to be US$9 billion, plus or minus US$300 million, lower than the previous expectation of between US$10.1 billion and US$10.9 billion. Read more |
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Intel adds more Nehalem CPUs to server line; to phase out more notebook CPUs Nov 13, 01:05 Intel is planning to launch Xeon 5500 (Nehalem-EP) and Xeon 3500 series (Nehalem-WS) server CPUs in the first quarter of 2009, according to sources at server makers. Read more |
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Acer considering launch of non-Atom nettop in early 2009 Nov 10, 14:46 Acer is planning to launch a low-power and low-cost 1-liter nettop at the beginning of 2009, according to sources at OEM providers. Read more |
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Intel to launch Menlow Refresh platform for MIDs in March 2009 Nov 4, 12:31 Before launching its next generation mobile Internet device (MID) platform Moorestown, Intel is planning to launch a Menlow Refresh platform in March next year, which should deliver better performance than its current Menlow platform, according to sources in the MID industry. Read more |
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Asustek launches CPU cooler supports Intel LGA 1366 chipsets Nov 4, 12:28 Asustek has launched the new Triton 81- the latest member of the Triton family for highly effective thermal solutions. Capable of supporting quad-core processors as well as the latest Intel Core i7 processor (LGA 1366), it is equipped with a 4-way airflow heatsink design and dual-fan technology for efficient CPU cooling; while a diamond-blue LED provides aesthetic appeal for DIY and overclocking enthusiasts. Read more |
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Intel to set up mobile device software development center in Taiwan, to invest in VMAX for mobile WiMAX Oct 30, 16:20 Intel has announced agreements with government and industry in Taiwan intended to extend Taiwan's position as a leading center for developing and deploying the world's next generation of connected devices and related technologies. Read more |
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Intel maintains microprocessor momentum in 3Q, says iSuppli Oct 30, 11:37 Intel gained market share in the worldwide microprocessor business in the third quarter of 2008, on both a sequential and a year-over-year basis, padding its lead in the industry, according to iSuppli. Read more |
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HP expands Mini PC portfolio Oct 29, 16:31 Hewlett-Packard (HP) has expanded the HP Mini family with three models of a new HP Mini 1000 line. Read more |
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SiS says it will not quit the PC chipset market Oct 29, 16:19 Silicon Integrated Systems (SiS) has responded to market rumors that it is planning to phase out of the PC chipset business to focus on digital TV and handheld device chips, saying that the company will continue shipping its PC chipsets products based on client demand. Read more |
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Intel, Qualcomm, Amkor, Advantest join up to improve IC testing efficiency Oct 29, 12:48 Major players from the semiconductor and test community, including Advantest, Amkor, Infineon, Intel, LTX-Credence, Qualcomm, Roos Instruments, Teradyne, and Verigy, announced that they have come together under a new organization to foster pre-competitive collaboration and standards development to improve semiconductor industry productivity. The organization has chosen the name Collaborative Alliance for Semiconductor Test (CAST). Read more |
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Next-generation Intel Nehalem CPU to increase consumption of FC substrates Oct 28, 12:12 The number of substrate layers for the next-generation Intel Nehalem-based CPU has been decided, according to industry sources, with 12 layers being the maximum, double the current number of layers. In addition, the larger substrate area is expected to increase flip-chip (FC) capacity consumption by 15-20% in 2009. Read more |
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Nvidia GeForce 9400M chipset could grab 20% share of Intel notebook platforms Oct 27, 12:30 In addition to Apple's new MacBook and MacBook Pro, several global first-tier notebook vendors including Asustek Computer, Acer, Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Dell are all planning to launch MCP79-based (GeForce 9400M) notebook products this year. Some notebook vendors believe the chipset will have a chance to grab a 20% share among Intel CPU-based notebook platforms. Read more |
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Inventec subsidiary launches not-so-MIDs Oct 24, 17:07 Kojinsha (KJS), a Japan-based mini notebook brand subsidiary of Inventec has launched Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs) using 7- and 8.9-inch panels. Read more |
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Nvidia lists SLI for Intel Nehalem platform licensees Oct 23, 14:19 According to Nvidia, Asustek Computer, EVGA, Micro-Star International (MSI), Gigabyte Technology, and DFI, have all licensed SLI technology for their upcoming motherboards designed to work with Intel Bloomfield CPUs and X58 chipsets. Read more |
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Intel to take up stakes in WiMAX licensee Vmax Oct 23, 12:26 Intel is expected to announce at the end of this month its plans to make equity investment in Taiwan-based Vmax Telecom, a WiMAX licensee for the northern region of Taiwan, according to sources close to the deal. Read more |
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Intel planning Montevina Refresh notebook platform for April next year Oct 23, 01:25 Intel is planning to introduce the Montevina Refresh for notebooks in April, according to sources at notebook makers. Read more |
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USI announces MID product Oct 22, 15:57 Universal Scientific Industrial (USI) has announced a new Mobile Internet Device (MID) product featuring a 5-inch touch screen. Read more |
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Quanta lands next generation Intel Classmate PC orders Oct 22, 15:52 Quanta Computer has grabbed orders for Intel's next generation Classmate PC and is expected to start shipping in the first quarter of 2009, according to sources at Taiwan notebook makers. Read more |
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Intel adds a quad-core CPU to its embedded line Oct 21, 17:11 Intel has added its Core 2 Quad Q9400 processor to its extended lifecycle support list offering embedded system and industrial PC makers the opportunity to utilize the quad-core CPU in designs with the assurance of seven year support. Read more |
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IDF Taiwan: Asustek chairman conservative about MID potential Oct 21, 16:41 Following the release of more details of Intel's second generation Mobile Internet Device (MID) platform, Moorestown, Asustek Computer chairman, Jonney Shih, commented that the MID market is still warming up and future growth will depend on the price, design, software support and the standardization of WiMAX technology. Read more |
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Ericsson collaborates with Intel to bring HSPA to mobile Internet devices (MIDs) Oct 20, 17:05 Ericsson has announced that it is collaborating with Intel to bring HSPA mobile data solutions to mobile Internet devices (MIDs). Ericsson is thereby extending its 3G mobile broadband technology from notebooks to a range of pocketable devices with various purposes. Read more |
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Intel plans for more dual-core CPUs; Ibexpeak ready in 3Q09 Oct 17, 15:19 Intel is planning to launch five 35W Core 2 Duo processors on December 28 this year targeting the mobile on desktop market. The T9800, Q9000, P9600, T9550 and T8700 will have prices set at US$530, US$348, US$348, US$316 and US$241 in thousand-unit tray quantities, respectively, according to sources at motherboard makers. Read more |
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Intel begins shipping enterprise-class SSDs Oct 16, 12:26 Intel has begun shipping its highest-performing solid-state drive (SSD), the Intel X-25E Extreme SATA SSD, aimed at server, workstation and storage systems. The SSDs feature 50nm single-level cell (SLC) NAND flash memory technology. Read more |
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Notebooks shipping with Intel Echo Peak WiMAX Oct 9, 15:09 Sprint's mobile WiMAX business unit, XOHM, recently launched its WiMAX service in Baltimore, and Intel has announced that it is now shipping its combined WiMAX/Wi-Fi module, formerly code-named "Echo Peak," as part of the Intel WiMAX/Wi-Fi Link 5050 Series that is an optional feature for Intel Centrino 2-based notebooks. Read more |
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Intel likely to make equity investment in WiMAX licensee Vmax, says paper Newswatch - Oct 7, 12:11 Intel is likely to contribute an equity investment of NT$500 million (US$15.4 million) in Taiwan-based WiMAX licensee Vmax Telecom, according to a Chinese-language Commercial Times report. Read more |
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The boundary between netbooks and notebooks may disappear in 2009 Sep 25, 15:07 As first-tier notebook vendors continue to push the specifications for netbook products set by Intel and Microsoft, notebook industry sources are afraid the boundary between netbooks and notebooks might disappear by 2009, with netbooks becoming part of vendors' notebook lines instead of a whole new market. Read more |
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Intel launches dual-core Atom processor Sep 22, 12:00 Intel released its dual-core Atom 330 processor on September 21 which will mainly target the nettop market. Read more |
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Intel Nehalem CPUs expected to boost substrate demand Sep 19, 17:05 The launch of second-phase Intel Nehalem-based CPUs (scheduled for the third quarter of 2009) is expected to have a corresponding impact on substrate demand, according to industry sources. Although the number of IC substrates will decrease, flip-chip (FC) substrates will increase in terms of their number of layers, while substrate area will also be larger due to the integration of several ICs. Read more |
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Lanner releases pair of dual-Xeon network appliance platforms Sep 18, 15:03 Lanner Electronics has announced the release of two new appliances supporting dual Intel Xeon multi-core processors and the Intel 5100 chipset. Read more |
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Intel updates desktop CPU details Sep 18, 01:10 Intel has updated its partners with details its latest desktop CPU roadmap, as well issuing product discontinuance notice (PDN), end of life (EOL) and price cut schedules for the next few months, sources at motherboard makers have disclosed. Read more |
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Intel launches Xeon processors with up to six cores Sep 17, 11:18 Intel launched seven 45nm Xeon 7400 series processors with up to six processing cores per chip and 16MB of shared cache memory, applications built for virtualized environments and data demanding workloads, such as databases, business intelligence, enterprise resource planning and server consolidation. Read more |
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Toshiba and Samsung said to be planning netbook market entry Sep 16, 12:14 Japan-based vendor Toshiba and Korea-based vendor Samsung Electronics are both planning to enter netbook market in the fourth quarter this year, according to sources in the notebook industry. Read more |
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BenQ to launch netbook in 4Q08, says paper Newswatch - Sep 12, 12:18 Taiwan-based notebook vendor BenQ is planning to enter the netbook market with the Joybook Lite in fourth quarter of this year. A 8.9-inch version will launch in October with monthly shipments of around 3,000 units and a 10-inch 16:9 aspect ratio version will launch in November with monthly shipments of around 5,000 units, according to a Chinese-language Commercial Times report. Read more |
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Intel ships new Xeon server processors Sep 10, 01:35 Intel continues to expand its 45nm manufacturing chip portfolio with the launch of its first four halogen-free Intel Xeon processors, signaling another step in its march toward minimizing the environmental footprint of its products. Read more |
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Intel to ship CE 3100 CPU to Samsung and Toshiba Sep 4, 01:15 Anticipating strong demand for more Internet connectivity in consumer electronics devices, Intel will soon start shipping its CE 3100 system-on-chip (SoC), designed for low-power, multimedia-rich connected devices, to Samsung Electronics and Toshiba in September, according to industry sources. Other leading consumer electronics makers are also expected to employ the CE 3100 CPU in their products, they added. Read more |
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Microsoft eases hard drive capacity restriction for netbooks Sep 3, 12:11 Microsoft has officially eased the restriction of the standard specification for netbooks using the Windows XP operation system by increasing the allowable hard drive capacity from 80GB to 160GB, according to sources in the channel. Read more |
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