Acer is showcasing its Aspire X3600 6.5-liter mini-PC at Computex Taipei 2007. The machine adopts the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, G33 chipset with integrated graphics, and ICH9-DH southbridge, and includes an MXM (mobile PCI Express module) slot for hardware expansion. The machine also supports the Intel Viiv platform for digital multimedia functions, noted sources at Acer.Acer also plans to showcase its Aspire X1100 6.5-liter mini-PC within the next few days; the machine will have built-in ATI Radeon X1250/X1200 chipsets and support the AMD LIVE! platform for digital multimedia functions, noted the sources.Acer expects to launch both machines in the second half of 2007, added the sources.Acer's 6.5-liter PCs are all based on traditional desktop PC specifications and the unit price will be much lower than the 3-liter PCs the company launched at the end of 2006, according to the sources.Acer plans to switch to SFF-based (small form factor-based) mini-PCs for the majority of its desktop line in 2007, added the sources.Acer 6.5-liter Aspire X series mini-PCPhoto: Yen Ting Chen, Digitimes, June 2007

High Tech Computer (HTC) on June 5 launched its touch screen-controlled smartphone, the HTC Touch (codenamed Elf), in London, with the device to be available to Orange's customers in the UK immediately, according to a company press release. HTC also plans to launch the HTC Touch in a number of markets in Asia in the second half of this month, with Taiwan being the first leg of its launches in Asia, according to sources at HTC. In June, more than 10 telecom service providers in Europe and Asia will also start selling this new smartphone simultaneously, mostly under the HTC brand, the sources noted. In Taiwan, Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) will launch a customized version of the HTC Touch in mid-June, but the device will bear only the HTC trademark. CHT has launched two HTC handsets under its CHT brand The HTC Touch, which features HTC's underlying self-developed TouchFLO touch screen technology, was designed by HTC's Magic Lab 2, indicated company sources.HTC's new smartphone, the HTC TouchPhoto: Company, Digitimes, June 2007

Apple has updated its MacBook Pro line of notebooks with the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors, memory up to 4GB and high-speed graphics in a lightweight, aluminum enclosure that is just one-inch thin. The new MacBook Pro is available in 15-inch models with a new mercury-free, power-efficient LED-backlit display and a 17-inch model with an optional high-resolution display. All models include a built-in iSight video camera for video conferencing on-the-go, Apple's MagSafe Power Adapter that safely disconnects when under strain, and built-in 802.11n wireless networking for up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g.Every MacBook Pro model includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4MB of shared L2 cache, an 800MHz frontside bus and 2GB 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM memory, running professional applications like Final Cut Pro 6 and Logic Pro 7 more than 50% faster than the original MacBook Pro with Core Duo. Delivering more realistic graphics for animation and gaming, every MacBook Pro now includes the Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT and is more than 50% faster than the original MacBook Pro with Core Duo.The MacBook Pro's lightweight, aluminum enclosure is just one-inch thin and is available in three models: 2.2 GHz and 2.4 GHz 15-inch MacBook Pro models, and a 2.4 GHz 17-inch MacBook Pro model. The new 15-inch MacBook Pro models feature a brand-new, power-efficient LED-backlit display and are the first of Apple's notebooks to transition to LED backlighting as part of the company's effort to eliminate the use of mercury in its products. The 17-inch model now offers a new optional 1920x1200 high-resolution display, providing over 30% more screen real estate than the standard 1680x1050 display.Designed for mobile professionals, the MacBook Pro includes a built-in iSight video camera for video conferencing on-the-go, Apple's MagSafe Power Adapter that magnetically connects the power cord to the MacBook Pro and safely disconnects when under strain, and the latest generation of 802.11n wireless networking for up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g. Every new MacBook Pro also includes built-in 10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), a FireWire 800 and a FireWire 400 port, a backlit illuminated keyboard, an ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot for expansion solutions such as 3G wireless networking, and a DVI video output to connect up to a 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.

In addition to demonstrating its latest model motherboards and graphics cards during Computex 2007, Biostar Microtech International will be showcasing products from its newly established industrial PC division (called APP). Biostar will be offering static and live demos of its T-series motherboards designed for power users, including boards featuring Intel 3-series chipsets with DDR3 and FSB 1333MHz support, and new AMD AM2+ socket platform solutions with HT 3.0 support. The motherboards come with a new set of features called BIO-TEX (including tweak-tech, clean-tone audio design, X.D.C, rapid debug, rapid switch and T-power utility) technology. The highlight of the company's graphics card lineup will be the V8603TS51 model of the Sigma Gate series, with 512MB DDR3 onboard memory. In addition, Biostar's V-Ranger hardware and software overclocking tool is also being supported by more models. Biostar's newly established industrial PC division will showcase what the company claims is the world's tiniest 3.5-inch SBC (single board computer) and other custom-made applications. Biostar is demonstrating its products near the Computex venue at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, 13F, rooms 1343-1346.

Mio Technology has announced its new Navsteadi navigation technology at Computex Taipei 2007 (TICC Hall 4, Booth 101B). Navsteadi brings in-dash like positioning accuracy and reliability to portable navigation systems.Under the theme "Explore and Discover the World Around," Mio is showcasing a complete line-up of its latest products, including its newest car navigation systems, handheld navigation systems, GPS PDS phones, and GPS PDAs. With closely coupled GPS and dead-reckoning (DR) sensor measurements, such as acceleration and heading data, Navsteadi improves positioning accuracy in environments where GPS signals are weak or unavailable, such as dense urban canyons or tunnels. No special installation is required to use Navsteadi and can be integrated into a device cradle.The transition from the DR sensor to GPS antenna and vice-versa is seamless and requires no intervention by the user. With Navsteadi users can enjoy the same quality positioning typically found on expensive built-in navigation systems. "As a global leader in the portable navigation device industry, Mio Technology is devoted to making the benefits of GPS navigation fully accessible to all," said Samuel Wang, president of Mio Technology. "With Mio Technology's expertise in hardware and software development and SiRF Technology's competencies in technological innovation, we have together developed a new solution that offers positioning reliability only previously found on costly in-dash systems." Navsteadi high-precision technology will become available on Mio DigiWalker devices in the third quarter of 2007.Mio is also exhibiting its latest line-up of new widescreen car navigation systems, including Mio DigiWalker C320, C520 and C720. Featuring 4.3-inch widescreen displays. For visitors interested in a device for first-time GPS users, Mio is displaying the Mio DigiWalker C220 car navigation system In addition to its widescreen car navigation systems, Mio is also presenting for the first-time its navigation systems with TV viewing and recording functionality, including the 7-inch Mio DigiWalker C517, designed specifically for the Korean market. Equipped with a built-in Digital Multimedia Broadcast (DMB) receiver and a spacious screen, C517 is not only great for navigation, but also for entertainment on the go, allowing users to watch and record DMB TV programs. For 1-seg TV viewing in Japan, Mio also offers the 4.3-inch Mio DigiWalker C523. For visitors seeking devices with all-in-one capabilities, Mio offers two of its newest GPS PDA phones, the Mio DigiWalker A501 and A702. Featuring built-in GPS antennas, Windows Mobile and phone capabilities, they allow users to organize, connect and navigation on one stylish and compact device. Computex 2007 is the first time the Mio DigiWalker A702 will be presented to the public. Mio C720 widescreen car navigation systemPhoto: Company

To further boost demand, LCD monitor vendors and makers are now developing new technologies and fuctions for LCD monitor users. During Computex Taipei 2007 (June 5-9), several LCD monitors with various new features are gaining a lot of attention.Chimei 3D gaming monitor A 22-inch LCD monitor with 3D technology is highlighted at Chi Mei's booth this year. The new monitor, which is 2D and 3D changeable, has a resolution of 1,680×1,050, a response time of 5ms, a contrast ratio of 1,000:1 and viewing angles of 170/160 degrees. Targeting the high-end market, the product is ready to be volume producted, Chi Mei indicated. However, the company said it has not finalized the product launch date for the model. The monitor requires a special glass for the 3D effect. With the glass, the 3D effect will not be affected by the viewing angle. As the monitor needs two LCD panels, the production costs for the monitor will remain very high, the company pointed out. Chimei 22-inch 3D gaming LCD monitor Photo: Emily Chuang, DigitimesChimei first MFMChi Mei is also showcasing a 22-inch MFM (multi-function monitor) during the show. The 22-inch Chimei-branded MFM (CMV222H), slated to hit the Taiwan market later this month, offers a resolution of 1,680×1,050, a contrast ratio of 1,200:1, a response time of 5ms and viewing angles of 170/160 degrees, said Chi Mei. Chimei 22-inch MFMPhoto: Company Chi Mei said it plans to launch a 26-inch widescreen LCD monitor at the end of the third quarter or the beginning of the fourth quarter. The 22-inch LCD monitor is currently the maximum size for its monitor line up. Proview pen-touch LCD monitor Proview is displaying two pen-touch solution monitor prototypes – one 22-inch and one 19-inch LCD touch monitor (TGP 2280W/ TGB980W). The models target specialty applications such as education, e-mail writing, handwriting and signature. Volume production of the models has not started and the product launch schedules for the two models will depend on the market demand, Proview noted.The company is also demonstrating a 22-inch monitor that has two USB ports and one built-in card reader. The monitor can be positioned as a large-size digital photo frame, Proview said. The 22-inch (FP2226W) monitor features a resolution of 1,680x1,050, a brightness of 500 nits, a contrast ratio of 700:1 and a response time of 5ms, according to the company. Proview 22-inch pen-touch LCD monitor Photo: Emily Chuang, Digitimes Proview 22-inch monitor with built-in USB ports and card readerPhoto: Emily Chuang, Digitimes

Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) unveiled its latest motherboard series at Computex Taipei 2007. The new series includes the new P35T-A and G33T-M2 motherboards based on the latest Intel 3 series (Bearlake) chipsets.The new ECS G33T-M2 motherboard has been designed to satisfy the demands of digital home users, noted ECS. It features a lower TDP to ensure slimmer and smaller form factors typical to digital home designs and includes Intel Quiet System Technology providing a less interruptive and quieter solution, highlighted the company.The new G33T-M2 supports Intel Core 2 Duo processors with up to 1333MHz FSB, Core 2 Quad processors up to 1066MHz FSB, and dual-channel DDR2 memory up to 8GB via four DIMMs.The G33T-M2 boasts the capability to provide users with a true high-definition (HD) digital home audio and video experience, according to ECS. It supports 8-channel HD audio output to deliver premium digital sound and advanced HD video playback for next generation applications. It incorporates Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (Intel GMA) 3100 graphics but a PCI Express slot also provides the flexibility to accommodate an additional graphics card to enhance the performance for more demanding requirements, noted the company.Connectivity options include 12 USB 2.0, one D-Sub, one PS2, one Serial, one IEEE1394a, one RJ45 LAN, one PCI Express (x16) slot, one PCI Express (x1) slot, and two PCI slots with add-on accessories set to become available later, ECS pointed out.The P35T-A provides a perfect solution for both gamers and performance users, according to ECS. The P35T-A motherboard supports Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad-Core processors and Intel Core 2 Duo processors. The motherboard supports Intel Viiv technology and is Windows Vista Premium ready. The motherboard supports up to 8GB dual-channel DDR2 memory with overclocking features.It provides two PCI Express x16 slots (x16, x4) with support for ATI CrossFire multi-GPU technology and 8-channel HD audio to provide realistic, rich quality sound for the latest games, according to ECS.Most motherboards are designed as standard to incorporate four USB 2.0 ports, however, ECS has recognized that performance users and gamers sometimes require even more connectivity for the many add-ons available on the market. To meet these needs and ultimately eliminate the need for an additional USB2.0 expansion hub, the new P35T-A features six USB 2.0 ports on the rear I/O panel. It also features an eSATA port which has a higher transfer rate than conventional USB 2.0 for external HDDs. Other connections include, one PCI Express x1 slot, three PCI slots, two PS2, one Serial, and one RJ45 LAN.ECS new motherboards based on Intel 3 series chipsets have improved performance and efficiency, according to ECS. It is the only chipset with support for the upcoming Intel 45nm processors which ensures that users are future proofed for prospective technology upgrades, highlighted ECS. These chipsets feature a 1333MHz FSB to work seamlessly with Intel's new ICH9 southbridge I/O chip.A selection of the motherboards ECS is displaying at Computex Taipei 2007Photo: Ricky Morris, Digitimes, June 2007

SanDisk has expanded its line of solid state drive (SSD) products with the introduction of a 64GB SSD aimed at both enterprise users and early adopter consumers such as gamers. SanDisk 1.8-inch UATA 5000 and 2.5-inch SATA 5000 SSD products, which already are available in a 32GB capacity, are compatible as drop-in replacements for hard disk drives in most mainstream notebook computers. SanDisk made the announcement today at Computex Taipei 2007, where the company is showcasing its comprehensive line of storage products for use in industrial and system-level embedded applications. SanDisk's new 64GB SSD will be on display in Hall 1 in Booths C1000, 1002 and C1004 along with other SanDisk OEM embedded flash storage products such as iNAND and mDOC H3. SanDisk SSDs deliver two million hours mean time between failures (MTBF), approximately six times more than notebook hard disks. With no moving parts, SanDisk SSDs are also much less likely to fail when a notebook computer is dropped or exposed to extreme temperatures. With no moving parts, the flash-based SSD starts working almost immediately to achieve far better access speeds than a conventional hard disk drive. For example, in notebook computers, data moves to and from an SSD more than 100 times faster than data moving to and from a hard disk. SanDisk SSDs offer a sustained read rate of 67MB per second and a random read rate of 7,000 inputs/outputs per second (IOPS) for a 512-byte transfer. As a result, notebooks equipped with a 2.5-inch SanDisk SSD can boot Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise in as little as 30 seconds and access files at an average speed of 0.11 milliseconds. A notebook using a hard disk requires an average 48 seconds to boot and an average 17 milliseconds to access files. Compared to a typical hard disk drive, which consumes 1.9 watts during active operation, SanDisk SSDs consume 1.0 watt (0.5 watts for 1.8") while active and as little as 0.4 watts (0.2 watts for 1.8") while idle. This difference in power efficiency is particularly important in extending battery life, noted SanDisk.Gartner projects global consumption of SSDs in consumer and business notebooks to leap from about four million units in 2007 to 32 million units in 2008.SanDisk SSD products are available now to manufacturers. The company plans to offer 64GB engineering samples in the third quarter, with mass production planned to commence prior to the end of the year. SanDisk 64GD SSDsPhoto: Business Wire

Memory module makers including Kingston Technology, A-Data Technology, Apacer Technology, Pretec, Kingmax Digital, Walton Chaintech and Team Group, as well as leading DRAM maker Qimonda will be showcasing the a number of new memory products at Computex 2007, including DDR3 at speeds up to 1500MHz, GDDR3 graphics DRAM, flash-based solid state drives (SDDs), and the Taiwan-developed miCARD platform that combines MMC and USB functionality.DRAM: DDR3 to make a splash With support for DDR3 technology expected to be officially launched at Computex, memory module makers are showcasing the technology, as it offers significant memory performance gains over the previous generation, while performing at a lower voltage and consuming less power.At the Kingston Technology booth, the company will have a live demonstration of its new DDR3 1500MHz HyperX and DDR2 800MHz ultra-low latency HyperX memory modules. Kingston 512MB and 1GB DDR3 1066MHz HyperX memory modules recently passed Intel platform (PMO) validation, paving the way for the company to help deliver next-generation high-performance computing. Kingston HX DDR3 memoryPhoto: CompanyKingmax is featuring DDR3 1333 modules supporting Intel's latest dual- and quad-core CPU products to achieve fully synchronized high-speed efficiency. The company is also offering 2GB DDR2-1066/800/667 memory modules, 2GB DDR2-667 for notebook computers, and a 1GB DDR2-667 Micro DIMM.Kingmax is also touting its lead-free manufacturing process. The company now uses lead-free IC chips in its high-quality, DDRII eco-friendly, lead-free memory modules, and has made adjustments to parameters in SMT production lines, such as temperature and welding materials. In addition, Kingmax lead-free memory modules have passed high-temperature reliability testing, are RoHS-compliant, and meet environmental protection requirements of the United States, Japan and China.A-Data's latest DDR3 modules also reach 1333MHz. Its modules are available in densities from 512MB to 2GB. In addition, the company's Vitesta Extreme Edition series are specially designed to allow gaming and overclocking enthusiasts to build a high-performance platform. At the moment DDR2-1200+ is A-Data's fastest available module from the Extreme Edition series.A-Data DDR3A-Data Vitesta DDR2-1200+Photo: CompanyWalton Chaintech to launch SO-DIMM products Walton Chaintech, which demonstrated its APOGEE GT DDR2 1066 at CeBIT, is showing DDR3 memory modules up to 1333MHz at Computex. In addition to DDR3, the company is offering a full range of memory products including the APOGEE GT DDR2 overclocking edition series, desktop DRAM modules, and low power SO-DIMM series pitched for high-end notebook computers. Apacer offers DDR3 and DDR2 modules at 1066 MHz.Walton will also be featuring its entire range of graphics cards, particularly the newest GeForce 8 Series, covering the GSE86GTS, GSE86GT, and GSE85GT models. For Internet Appliance products, Walton will demonstrate its PSA brand IP TV products. Walton Chaintech APOGEE SO-DIMMPhoto: CompanyQimonda to demonstrate advanced technology of GDDR5 Leading global DRAM manufacturer Qimonda is also showcasing its complete product lineup, including new DDR3 components and modules, GDDR3 RAM for game consoles, mobile RAM for various mobile or PDA applications, as well as AENEON module products including the new XTUNE overclocking series launched in early May.Qimonda now offers 512Mb DDR3 SDRAM components that have been developed together with Nanya and DDR3 unbuffered-DIMMs with 512MB and 1GB densities. These current devices support operating speeds of 800MHz, 1066MHz and 1333MHz and can even be overclocked to 1600MHz and beyond.GDDR5 is expected to become the next major graphics DRAM standard after GDDR3 and to exceed existing graphics standards. With its performance and additional features, GDDR5 will target future high-performance graphics applications including PC graphics cards or game consolesKingston USB flash drive features Sudoku game Kingston is also featuring a full lineup of flash-based memory products at Computex 2007, including its DataTraveler Mini Fun USB drive that features the Sudoku game. The popular number puzzle game that now comes preloaded on the Kingston DT Mini Fun, available in densities of up to 4GB.Kinston will also be showcasing its DataTraveler II in 4GB and 8GB capacities; DataTraveler II Plus-Migo edition, upgrades to Migo 3.0; DataTraveler 100, a USB 2.0 high-speed flash drive with capless design available in capacities up to 8GB; Mini SDHC card in Class 6 speed rating and 4GB capacity; DataTraveler card reader, Kingston's combination card reader (9-in-1)/USB flash drive with 4GB of onboard storage; microSD reader bundle, which simplifies data transfer between card and host computer.Kingston USB microSD reader-plus-card bundlesPhoto: CompanyKingmax flash drives utilize advanced stacking and packaging technology Kingmax's 4GB SD 2.0 compliant microSDHC memory card, which was displayed at 2007 International CES (January 8-11) in Las Vegas, will be shown at Computex 2007. The product is produced with Kingpak Technology's die stacking technology - which exercises precise control in grinding the thickness of each die. Kingmax also uses Kingpak's proprietary PIP packaging technology, the advanced packaging technology that uses substrate from Nanya Technology, and wire bonding using 20um gold wire.Nanya's substrate, which measures only 0.11mm, is thinner than a standard substrate, which has a thickness of 0.2mm. The thickness of each die is only 25um, and is composed of stacks of eight layers.The Kingmax microSDHC also utilizes Samsung Electronic's 63nm process technology. This technology allows Kingmax to supply twice as much capacity in its memory card products as its competitors.The Kingmax microSDHC uses Silicon Motion's SMI 268 controller, a flash memory controller made from a 0.18um process technology. The controller supports dual channel read speeds of up to 150X (22.5 MB/sec) and read speeds of up to 127X (19.1MB/sec), and complies with flash products of different speed classes for minimum write speeds (Classes 2, 4, 6). Its low power consumption makes it suitable for device batteries for aviation and marine use.The SMI 268 allows for complete compatibility with all SDHC specification mobile phones and digital cameras.Kingmax's 4GB microSDHC memory card is a solution for digital camera and MP3 player storage needs and also for SDHC specification products. Kingmax SDHC memory cards support HD and DVD video, as well as Super VCD, DVR and digital TV's MPEG-4 HD image formats.Kingmax Memory productsPhoto: CompanyFull lineup of flash devices for Apacer, including MP3 players Apacer Technology is showcasing embedded flash solutions, including SATA flash, PATA flash, USB flash and flash card series: Handy Steno series USB flash drives; SDHC and Mobile Series flash cards; and Audio Steno series MP3 players.Apacer 128GB SAFDPhoto: CompanyA-Data showcases flash memory drives supporting Microsoft Windows ReadyBoost A-Data's ExpressCard flash drives with a capacity up to 32GB has a mini-USB port that enables connectivity to both notebook and desktop PCs and supports Windows ReadyBoost.A-Data ExpressCard and PD17 memory productsPhoto: CompanyPretec highlights S-Diamond miCard platform Pretec is featuring its S-Diamond miCard, which adopts the latest memory card specification developed by Taiwan's Open Mobile Internet alliance (OMIA) with the help of the company and others.The MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA) has just approved the specification for miCARD, a 12mm×21mm×1.95mm storage card designed for easy data interchange between MMC and USB devices. When used in portable devices such as cameras, smart phones and PDAs, miCARD takes advantage of the low power consumption and high performance characteristics of the MMC interface.Pretec claims its S-Diamond - Pretec's second-generation i-Disk Diamond - is the world's first device to implement the local Taiwan specification. Pretec said miCard's area is 40% smaller than miniSD and its volume is about 18% smaller. The miCard can also function as a SD/MMC card with an inexpensive adapter.Pretec is also demonstrating the i-Disk RFID flash drive in its i-Disk Diamond series. Pretec i-Disk RFID combines the USB flash drive and RFID technology in a tiny form factor in a sturdy and waterproof construction, which can be conveniently incorporated with any systems in need of both digital mass storage and easy identification.Pretec i-Disk RFID can be automatically identified and its data remotely retrieved when the device passes within the proximity of an RFID "reader." Pretec i-Disk RFID can be widely applied to a variety of market segments, such as hospitals, airports, warehouses, POS systems for access control, asset or inventory management.With a volume of 1.23 cubic-cm (45.7mm x 12.2mm x 2.2 mm), 25% smaller than a US quarter coin, i-Disk RFID is about one fourth of the size of a typical USB flash drive.Hospital patient care can be achieved by using Pretec i-Disk RFID as a tag (or bracelet, or necklace) for both electronic portable medical health record, and easy-yet-secure personal identification. With capacity ranging from 128MB to 1GB, Pretec i-Disk RFID is sampling now to select customers and mass production is schedule to start by the end of this quarter.Pretec i-Disk RFID cardPhoto: Company Pretec miCARDPhoto: CompanyTeam Group joins growing list of SSD makersTaiwan-based Team Group, which manufactures and distributes memory modules, flash products, and consumer electronics, is offering a 2.5-inch 128GB SSD (solid state drive) for show at Computex 2007.Memory module makers see SSDs as a storage application that may eventually replace hard disk drives (HDDs), and an increasing number of products are being offered. Kingmax and A-Data, among others, will also be featuring SSD at Computex. A-Data has launched a low-power and shock-resistant SSD in capacities from 32GB to 128GB that utilizes a SATA interface.Team Group 2.5-inch 128GB solid state disk (SSD)Photo: Company Memory devices players at Computex Company Booth Remark Corporate information Kingston Technology Hall 1: B501, B502, B507, B508 To celebrate the international scope of Computex, the Kingston booth, Hall 1, booth B501, will be decorated in a 'World Traveler' theme. Kingston Technology is the world's largest independent manufacturer of memory products. The company has manufacturing facilities in Taiwan, China, Malaysia and California, US, and sales offices in Taiwan, China, India, Australia, New Zealand, the US, the UK, Europe, Russia and Latin America. A-Data Technology Hall 1: D606, D616, D705, D716D A-Data will exhibit its latest products at Computex, including its Extreme Edition series DRAM modules, DDR3 module and the newest flash drives. Its ExpressCard flash drive and SSDs (solid state disks) are also on display. A-Data has been named the world's second largest vendor of memory modules and one of 2006 Taiwan Top 20 Global Brands. The company's main product lines include memory modules, flash memory drives/cards, and multimedia application products. Apacer Technology Hall 1: D126, D136, D225, D235 Apacer products at Computex will include: embedded flash (SATA flash, PATA flash, USB flash and flash card series) DRAM modules (DDR3 and DDR2 1066 MHz) flash drives (USB, SDHC cards and Mobile) and MP3 players. Apacer began operations in 1997 as a maker of PC memory modules, and the company has also expanded into digital storage devices. Apacer ranks as one of the world's five largest memory module manufacturers. Pretec Hall 4: T202B Pretec recently released its latest S-Diamond "miCard" that adopts a Taiwan memory card specification - the local Taiwan Open Mobile Internet alliance (OMIA). S-Diamond - Pretec's second-generation i-Disk Diamond - will be the first in the world to implement the local specification. Can be viewed in Hall 3: 454, 452, 503, 501 Pretec offers a spectrum of small form factor memory cards and card readers such as CF, SD MMC, and USB flash drive for digital imaging, mobile communications, and industrial flash markets. The company has more than 100 patents granted or filed. Kingmax Digital Hall 1: B409 Kingmax claims it is the world's first company to release a 4GB SD 2.0 compliant microSDHC memory card. Kingmax is the world's first memory module manufacturer to have its own packaging and testing equipment. In addition to developing the unique, high-end patented TinyBGA technology for DDRII modules, the company possesses proprietary PIP technology for SD and MMC Series. Walton Chaintech Hall 1: Booth D530 In addition to memory products, company will be showcasing graphics cards and Internet Appliance products, including an IP TV STB Walton Chaintech Corporation is a graphics card and memory module manufacturer. The company is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan and has offices throughout China, Korea, Russia, Western Europe and the Americas. Team Group Hall 1: D402, D408, D501, D507 Will feature a 2.5-inch 128GB solid state disk at Computex Taiwan-based Team Group was established in 1994 and sources its components directly major Korean and Taiwanese memory makers. The company covers most business regions in the world and has three main logistic distribution centers - in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the US. Team Group also has business partners and sales agents in Southeast Asia, South America and Europe. Qimonda Hall 1: B726, 728, 825 and 827 in Area B Qimonda now offers 512Mb DDR3 SDRAM components that have been developed together with Nanya and DDR3 unbuffered-DIMMs with 512MB and 1GB densities. These current devices support operating speeds of 800MHz, 1066MHz and 1333MHz and can even be overclocked to 1600MHz and beyond Qimonda AG is a leading supplier of DRAM memory products. The company was carved out from Infineon Technologies AG on May 1, 2006 and generated net sales of €3.81 billion in its 2006 financial year. Qimonda has approximately 12,000 employees worldwide. Qimonda has access to five 300mm manufacturing sites on three continents and operates five major R&D facilities, including its lead R&D center in Dresden. Source: Companies, compiled by Digitimes, June 2007.

For our readers' convenience we will be listing all of our Computex articles on this page. Be sure to check back regularly for updates. Taiwan maker Leadtek cooperates with SiRF, locr, to offer own-brand GPS PNDs in ChinaTaiwan-based Leadtek Research on June 8 announced it has cooperated with US-based SiRF and locr, a Germany-based software solution provider, to offer LR-9553D, its new Bluetooth-enabled GPS receiver and data logger which is being exhibited at the Computex.Read moreIntel discusses quad-core processor server market: Q&A with Boyd Davis, general manager of server platform group marketing of IntelWith AMD and Intel pushing their quad-core server processors at Computex, Digitimes got a chance to talk to Boyd Davis, general manager of server platform group marketing of Intel to discuss Intel's plans and thoughts about the new quad-core processors.Read moreIntel discusses Bearlake: Q&A with Richard Malinowski, vice president, chipset group, IntelWith the launch of its 3 series chipset (Bearlake) at Computex, Intel expects to see the chipset ramp to become the mainstream standard in 2007, while introducing new features such as Turbo Memory (Robson) into the desktop PC market.Read moreTaiwan market: Pioneer to launch BD player next quarterPioneer is showcasing the BDP-LX70, its new Blu-ray Disc (BD) player with a resolution of 1,080p, at Computex, with the product set for launch in the Taiwan market at a recommended retail price of NT$79,900 (US$2,421) in the third quarter of this year, according to Pioneer High Fidelity Taiwan (Pioneer Taiwan). The company aims to sell 1,000 players this year.Read more Remote control for Windows Vista MCE PCsFormosa21 a developer and manufacturer of human interface products and technologies, announced a new series of remote controls for Windows Vista Media Center Edition PCs at Computex.Read more Leadtek displaying extensive product line up at ComputexLeadtek Research is presenting an extensive line up of its latest products, including graphics cards, wireless broadcast devices, GPS devices and network camera phones at Computex. The company is displaying its new products at booth A726 in Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center during the show.Read more Handset show guideTucked in among the booths of motherboard vendors and the flashy dancers gyrating in front of the memory module booths are a few handset vendors showing off their goods at this year's Computex. Many handset vendors do not officially have booths at this year's show but those present are featuring a number of recently released products with some sporting features like VGA-resolution displays, digital TV capabilities and GPS functionality. Read more Commentary: Wi-Fi Alliance new certification process to ignite sales of 802.11n Draft 2.0 productsThe Wi-Fi Alliance's recent announcement that it will begin certifying products using the 802.11n Draft 2.0 specification starting in June is expected to help enhance customer confidence over pre-N products and therefore boost sales of 802.11n devices and help the industry migrate to 802.11n from 802.11g.Read more Taiwan makers pushing PNDs with various functionsAt the ongoing Computex show, companies, including Mio Technology, GlobalSat Technology and Holux Technology, are pushing new PNDs (portable navigation devices) with various functions.Read more ECS showcases its data recovery motherboardElitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) is showcasing its 945GCT-M motherboard which features data recovery technology built into the BIOS.Read more Asustek aims to top sound card marketAsustek Computer is likely to unseat Palit Microsystems in the third quarter and become the largest sound card brand in the world, according to Jerry Shen, general president of Asustek's AOOP Business Group.Read more SanDisk aims to take half of SSD market in 2010On the sideline of launching its latest solid-state-drive (SSD) at the ongoing Computex, SanDisk said it is confident about its market share in this market and aims to grab half of the market share for the mobile PC sector in 2010, according company director of product marketing, Doreet Oren.Read more 2.5-inch HDD applications extending beyond notebook PCs, says Hitachi GSTThe area of application for 2.5-inch hard disk drives (HDDs), along with large increases in storage capacity from 60-80GB to 200-250GB due to the use of perpendicular recording technology, is extending from notebooks to desktop PCs and games consoles and the global demand volume will grow fast at an estimated average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25% until 2010, according to Asia Pacific vice president Robert Chu for Hitachi Global Storage Technologies (Hitachi GST) talking at Computex.Read more ARC CEO doesn't think Moore's Law is a lawARC CEO Carl Schlachte has urged the semiconductor industry not to over-emphasize Moore's Law, as what consumers need is not knowledge about process technologies but practical solutions.Read more Taiwan overclocker almost breaks world record during live show Taiwan's world-class overclocking expert Coolaler came just short of recording a world record overclock during a live demonstration at Computex. The show was held at the booth of enthusiast hardware news and reviews site TweakTown.Read more Broadcom enables playback of high definition video on wide range of PCs Broadcom announced this week new media PC solutions for playback of high-definition (HD) video content across the widest range of PCs in the industry.Read more Female customers get attention from memory makers Although women are all too often ignored by vendors in the IT industry, they still account for a sizable market segment, and perhaps realizing this, memory module makers including Apacer Technology (Booth: D126, D136, D225, D235, Hall 1) and Power Quotient International (PQI) (D330, D336, D429, D435, Hall 1) are offering more products at Computex that appeal to women.Read more CyberTAN featuring broadband products Broadband and wireless networking equipment maker CyberTAN Technology is launching and showcasing mobile broadband-based products, including 3G HSDPA routers, WiMAX routers and 802.11 b/g SiP modules for smartphones, at Computex.Read more Thermaltake releases DuOrb VGA cooler and Toughpower 1500W power supply For high performance gamers, Thermaltake has released its DuOrb VGA cooler and Toughpower 1500W power supply 230V Edition during Computex.Read more How TUL grew market share in a slow 2006 Looking at sales figures in 2006 it might appear that TUL Corporation, a company that is possibly more widely known by the brand name under which it markets its products (PowerColor) was struggling, but according to spokesperson Raymen Wu, the company actually improved its position in the market during the year, increasing its sales proportions against its direct competitors such as Sapphire Technology and GeCube, and expanding its business into new markets, particularly in Eastern Europe.Read more Shuttle goes back to barebones with ten new products As one of the pioneers of the small form factor (SFF) PC, Shuttle built success upon its distinctive XPC range of products and was at one time the market leader in its field. However, in recent years, the company's performance has taken a rapid downturn with sequential revenues drops of over 45% for two consecutive years to reach just NT$1.6 billion in 2006, the lowest recorded in over five years. What went wrong and how does the company plan to swing back to success in 2007?Read more Apacer showcasing "True" SATA SSD Apacer has placed SSD applications in the spotlight at its booth (D126, D136, D225, D235, Hall 1) at Computex. While most major memory applications makers are featuring SSD solutions at the show, having a "true" serial ATA (SATA) interface solution separates Apacer from the other makers.Read more Tatung debuts 42-inch 100Hz LCD TV; eying Europe market Tatung is introducing a new series of LCD TVs with America's Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) and Europe's DVB-T solutions, along with a full range of new widescreen LCD monitors at Room T101D, Hall 4 during Computex. Read more Abocom wins 10.2-inch digital photo frame orders Network equipment maker Abocom Systems is pushing 10.2-inch digital photo frames during Computex. The company said it already received orders from one customer with the shipments set to commence in July, at the soonest.Read more AUO to benefit from Asustek new ultra-cost notebook, say sources AU Optronics (AUO) is expected benefit from Asustek's launch of new ultra-cost notebooks with future orders from the latter, according to sources. Read more Intel planning to enter discrete graphics card market in 2008 Sources from multiple graphics card vendors have confirmed that Intel has approached them to lay down plans to enter the discrete graphics card market for desktop PCs. The new products from Intel would be positioned as direct competitors to AMD's ATI Radeon and Nvidia's GeForce series of cards.Read more CyberLink demos PowerCinema Mobile on handheld devices This year at Computex, software developer CyberLink (Grand Hyatt Taipei, suite 1024 and 1049) is highlighting its PowerCinema Mobile for handheld devices, a new version of the integrated media entertainment software PowerCinema. PowerCinema Mobile runs on the Windows Mobile operating system and consists of five major entertainment modules, including digital TV, FM radio, music, video, and photos.Read more Compro demonstrates award-winning VideoMate V600 standalone TV tuner box Compro Technology (Hall 2, E095, E095E) is showcasing its VideoMate V600 standalone TV tuner box at Computex. The VideoMate V600 is a high-resolution standalone TV box supporting resolutions up to 1680×1050, 1600×1200 and 1440×900 for watching analog TV shows on CRT/LCD/PDP monitors.Read more Foxconn showcasing full line of Bearlake motherboards Foxconn (Hon Hai Precision Industry) is featuring a full line of PC products at Computex, including motherboards supporting both the Intel and AMD platforms, multimedia motherboards with an HDMI port, Nvidia GeForce 8000 series graphics cards, and a newly designed case and cooling solution.Read more Sunix offering video through USB solution As display prices continue to drop, users have looked for ways to connect more than one display to their computers, and for users with graphics cards that do not support two monitors, Taiwan-based Sunix is offering a unique solution.Read more Intel calls foul on Phenom versus Core 2 comparisons With AMD revealing information about its upcoming desktop processor (Phenom), the company has stated that it delivers around 15-40% better performance than Intel's Core 2 Duo processor (Conroe). This comment has set off Matt Dunford, worldwide chief benchmarking manager of Intel, who said Phenom processors should not be compared with Conroe, they should be compared with Penryn.Read more ARM CEO outlines future of mobile computing ARM CEO Warren East pointed out four major requirements for mobile computing for the future: always connected, high-performance low-power (HPLP), multimedia applications, and excellent Internet browsing experience.Read more SiS announces new mini-DTX motherboard for servers Silicon Integrated System (SiS) unveiled its first reference board based on the mini-DTX form factor at Computex. The board is designed for the home server market and is named Churchill.Read more Xceive claims smallest high-definition LCD TV copy ready design Xceive, a maker of hybrid silicon tuners for PC, TV and digital home, on June 5 announced its "Breckenridge" reference design for small-size and transportable hybrid TVs and is demonstrating what it claims is the world's smallest high-definition TV (HDTV) this week at the Computex.Read more Acer showcases new mini-PCs Acer is showcasing its Aspire X3600 6.5-liter mini-PC at Computex. The machine adopts the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, G33 chipset with integrated graphics, and ICH9-DH southbridge, and includes an MXM (mobile PCI Express module) slot for hardware expansion. The machine also supports the Intel Viiv platform for digital multimedia functions, noted sources at Acer.Read more Foxconn showing handset-use hinges Foxconn (Hai Precision Industry) displayed a range of handset-use hinges at the Computex show, indicating that the company has ventured into production of these key parts for handsets, according to market sources. Read more Asustek unveils ultra low-cost Eee PC Asustek Computer on June 5 unveiled its ultra low-cost notebook, the Eee, at Computex, with volume shipments to being in August, according to company chairman Jonney Shih.Read more Gigabyte offers solutions for embedded applications Computex visitors are getting a glimpse of what enterprise solutions Gigabyte-NCBU (Networking and Communication Unit) is going to introduce to the market in the second half of 2007. Read more Chi Lin features 17-inch capacity touch panels Chi Lin Technology, an affiliate of Chi Mei Group, is presenting a full range of display products including capacity touch panels, front projectors, industrial-use LCD monitors, LCD backlight units (BLUs) and light guide panels, at the ongoing Computex.Read more Multimedia makers hit into digital family market With Windows Vista promoting multimedia functions, TV card maker Avermedia Technologies is pushing its digital TV pen drives and PCI Express TV cards as the major force targeting the digital mobile market, while Logitech is aiming for the high-end digital family market with its diNovo controller.Read more CMC subsidiary to start shipments of anyX next quarter for a target of 50,000 units in 2007 Dawn TV Technology, a subsidiary of Taiwan's largest optical disc maker CMC Magnetics, is showcasing its new product anyX, a device functioning as a home audio/video base station between an Internet-connected PC or cable TV and mobile devices including 3G handsets, notebook PCs and PDAs, at Computex and will begin shipments in the third quarter with a target of 50,000 units for the year, according to the company.Read more Buyers to place more than US$1 billion worth of orders At Computex, Taiwan-based players may gain orders worth more than US$1 billion, with top items including PCs, digital photo frames, GPS devices, CD/VCD/DVD players, and digital music players, according to Taipei Computer Association (TCA), the organizer of the event.Read more Transcend to expand capacity in China by 50% this year Memory module maker Transcend Information is already seeing a five-fold sales increase for its NAND flash cards and USB drives this year, and the company is confident it will sustain strong sales through the rest of the year, as it expands its capacity in China and sales offices worldwide amid the anticipation that demand will pick up in the second half of the year.Read more Overclocking support draws spotlight to A-Data Although most of the products A-Data Technology is showcasing at Computex were already exhibited during the previous CeBIT show in Germany, the number-one memory module maker in Taiwan indicated that its booth will still attract the spotlight, especially for overclocking-orient memory modules targeted to gamers and performance users.Read more Memory players show guide DRAM has always been in the spotlight at Computex and this year is no different, with announcements such as DDR3 sure to stir up the technophiles' interest, while conversations about recent and future price trends in the DRAM and NAND flash markets will keep industry insiders busy. This year, Computex will host more than 20 memory-related booths, with most of them being module makers, though a limited number of chip suppliers will join the show. Read more Is ReadyBoost ready? Although the penetration of Windows Vista into the market is still in its early stages, a number of memory players have already introduced ReadyBoost drives (both Microsoft-validated and not) to support ReadyBoost functionality. While ReadyBoost now appears to be an area where these industry players are determined to make their presence felt, questions remain as to whether the new technology will find traction among end-users.Read more LED-based monitors shine at Computex Chi Mei is showing a RGB LED-based 22-inch LCD monitor during the ongoing Computex show while Ya Hsin Industrial, despite of facing financial troubles, is also making presence at Computex by highlighting two LCD widescreen monitors using an LED backlight. Read more AMD validated server program partners to showcase Barcelona AMD announced three vendors attending Computex are unveiling their server platforms demonstrating the industry's first native x86 quad-core solution, Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors (Barcelona). Barcelona processors are expected to deliver up to 50-80% performance and performance-per-watt improvements on a broad range of server applications over similar current generation AMD Opteron processors. Read more AMD announces small form factor solutions AMD announced the finalization of the DTX specification, an open standard initiated by AMD to enable the development of small form factor (SSF) PCs. AMD also introduced new 45-watt energy-efficient processors based on 65nm technology, the AMD Athlon X2 dual-core processor BE-2350 and the AMD Athlon X2 dual-core processor BE-2300 at Computex.Read more CyberTAN and Gemtek showcase converged devices Only two first-tier Taiwan leading network-equipment makers, CyberTAN Technology and Gemtek Technology, opted to display their latest products at the official venue of the Computex, as other makers chose to showcase their products at suites in nearby hotels.Read more Asustek returns to sound card market Asustek Computer has returned to the sound card market targeting the high-end market segment that offers substantial profits and which will reinforce the company's image as a high-end brand, according to the company.Read more Computex expected to draw 132,000 visitors Computex, currently the world's second and Asia's largest IT exhibition, is taking place at the Taipei World Trade Center from June 5-9 and is expected to attract 132,000 visitors, including 32,000 from abroad, according to the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and the Taipei Computer Association, organizers of the event.Read more DDR3, the long hello begins With Intel officially launching its DDR3-supporting Bearlake chipsets at Computex, industry players are lauding a next-generation SDRAM that promises upgrades in speed, higher bandwidth and lower power consumption than the current DDR2 platform. However, with DDR3 modules having a price premium as high as ten times that of DDR2 modules of the same density, most memory players agree that the market transition to DDR3 will not come until 2009.Read more Display show guide Less than 50 companies will feature optoelectronic display products at Computex. In 2006, as many as 119 optoelectronic-related companies participated in Computex. Read more Asustek aims to ship 4-5 million own-brand notebooks in 2007 Asustek Computer said it aims to ship 4-5 million own-brand notebooks in 2007 as it unveiled its latest notebook PCs on the eve of Computex.Read more Anadem looks to be bridge between notebook ODMs and channel Many of Taiwan's largest notebook ODMs will not be taking part in Computex, so a number of channel players looking to source notebooks at the show will be in contact with a company called Anadem.Read more Digital photo frames a new opportunity for LCD players Digital photo frames have been available in the market for years but sales have not picked up until recently, as price points have finally moved to an affordable range, according to industry sources. Read more Harpertown and Barcelona do battle in Taipei One major area that will draw people's attention at this year's Computex will be the showdown between Intel's 45nm Harpertown and AMD's Barcelona in the native quad-core server CPU arena.Read more Motherboard and graphics card show guide With just a few exceptions, most of the motherboard and graphics card vendors can be found in Hall 2 making it fairly convenient to get information on the latest developments without covering a large distance.Read more VIA announces new ultra-mobile device VIA Technologies announced its new NanoBook UMD (ultra-mobile device) at Computex, which, according to the company, packs the performance, connectivity and functionality of a notebook PC into a sleek and light ultra-portable clamshell form factor that weighs less than 850g.Read more SiS announces new mini-DTX motherboard for servers Silicon Integrated System (SiS) unveiled its first reference board based on the mini-DTX form factor at Computex. The board is designed for the home server market and is named Churchill.Read more Acer showcases new mini-PCs Acer is showcasing its Aspire X3600 6.5-liter mini-PC at Computex. The machine adopts the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, G33 chipset with integrated graphics, and ICH9-DH southbridge, and includes an MXM (mobile PCI Express module) slot for hardware expansion. The machine also supports the Intel Viiv platform for digital multimedia functions, noted sources at Acer.Read more Biostar expands lineup to industrial PC solutions In addition to demonstrating its latest model motherboards and graphics cards during Computex, Biostar Microtech International will be showcasing products from its newly established industrial PC division (called APP).Read more Mio presents Navsteadi navigation technology Mio Technology has announced its new Navsteadi navigation technology at Computex (TICC Hall 4, Booth 101B). Navsteadi brings in-dash like positioning accuracy and reliability to portable navigation systems.Read more LCD monitors with additional functions compete for spotlight To further boost demand, LCD monitor vendors and makers are now developing new technologies and fuctions for LCD monitor users. During Computex, several LCD monitors with various new features are gaining a lot of attention.Read more ECS rolls out Intel 3 series chipset motherboards Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) unveiled its latest motherboard series at Computex. The new series includes the new P35T-A and G33T-M2 motherboards based on the latest Intel 3 series (Bearlake) chipsets.Read more SanDisk launches 64GB SSD for notebooks SanDisk has expanded its line of solid state drive (SSD) products with the introduction of a 64GB SSD aimed at both enterprise users and early adopter consumers such as gamers. SanDisk 1.8-inch UATA 5000 and 2.5-inch SATA 5000 SSD products, which already are available in a 32GB capacity, are compatible as drop-in replacements for hard disk drives in most mainstream notebook computers.Read more Memory module makers to highlight DDR3 - and so much more Memory module makers including Kingston Technology, A-Data Technology, Apacer Technology, Pretec, Kingmax Digital, Walton Chaintech and Team Group, as well as leading DRAM maker Qimonda will be showcasing the a number of new memory products at Computex, including DDR3 at speeds up to 1500MHz, GDDR3 graphics DRAM, flash-based solid state drives (SDDs), and the Taiwan-developed miCARD platform that combines MMC and USB functionality.Read more NXP launches 802.11n module for wireless home connectivity NXP Semiconductors today launched a consumer electronics grade module for 802.11n wireless local area network (WLAN) applications. The new solution, MRX2000, enables higher throughput of rich content for quality critical applications, allowing for faster, more powerful wireless connectivity between everyday multimedia devices.Read more Corsair claims fastest DDR3 Corsair has unveiled what it calls the world's fastest production DDR3 memory rated at a 1,600MHz (PC3-12,800) and the world preview of the Corsair Dominator memory running at 2,000MHz (PC3-16,000).Read more Toshiba showcases slim HD DVD rewritable drive to mobile PCs Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD) has announced its first slim HD DVD-RW drive for mobile PCs, further extending high-definition (HD) recording capabilities to the IT arena. The new drive can read, write and rewrite to HD DVD-RW discs, as well as read and write to HD DVD-R discs and standard DVD and CD discs.Read more Shuttle planning to ship stand-alone XPC motherboards During a recent interview with Digitimes to be published during Computex, a Shuttle representative revealed that the company is planning to start shipping stand-alone motherboards for its XPC line of small form factor (SFF) PCs.Read more Proton highlights new range of LCD TVs Proton Electronic Industrial will showcase new series of LCD TVs ranging from 32- to 57-inch models at Computex, according to the company. Read more Nvidia hits handheld market with AP and GPU Nvidia is heading toward the handheld market with its AP (application processor) and handheld GPU (graphics processor unit) technologies, revealed Michael Rayfield, general manager of handheld GPU, Nvidia in an interview with Digitimes. He believes the company's AP will take the lead in the handheld chips market.Read more NXP to volume produce ultra low-cost handset chip solutions in 1Q08, to show solutions at Computex NXP Semiconductor is expected to start volume production of ultra low-cost handset chip solutions in the first quarter of 2008, with the solutions already being designed at makers in Taiwan, China and South Korea, according to sources at Taiwan-based companies. The company on May 31 announced it will show its PNX 4903 solution at Computex.Read more PC makers pick highlights of Computex At the upcoming Computex, Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system (OS) and Intel's Santa Rosa notebook platform will be among the highlights, according to PC makers.Read more AMD expands embedded line with Sempron 2100+ processor with 9W power envelope AMD has announced an expansion of its embedded solutions offerings to include the new AMD Sempron 2100+ and the AMD Geode LX 800@0.9W processor, the latter which can now support designs to be deployed in harsh temperature environments.Read more Acer to showcase 6.5-liter desktop PCs at Computex Acer will showcase its new-series of 6.5-liter mini desktop PCs, built with CPUs from Intel, at the upcoming Computex show, according to company sources.Read more More PC hardware companies to take part in FiringSquad Invitational Tournament this year More PC hardware makers are invited to participate in this year's FiringSquad Invitational Tournament to be held on June 7 in conjunction with the Computex show, according to sources close to the event.Read more Asustek to showcase bamboo-like leather notebook at Computex Asustek Computer will unveil a prototype of a new notebook with its cover decorated with bamboo-like leather at the upcoming Computex show, according to company sources.Read more MIPS introduces new synthesizable 32-bit processor in Taiwan MIPS Technologies introduced its latest 32-bit MIPS 32 74K processor in Taiwan on May 25, highlighting the performance leap that this new generation processor delivers.Read more Motherboard makers to showcase more Bearlake at Computex Although several versions of the Intel Bearlake family of chipsets will not be released until the third quarter of 2007, motherboard makers will have sample products on show during Computex, according to sources at Taiwan-based motherboard makers.Read more IPC makers not expected to showcase Bearlake at Computex Taiwan-based IPC (Industrial PC) makers, including Diamond Flower Electric Instrument (DFI) will not be showcasing Bearlake-based products at Computex, according to sources in the IPC market.Read more Intel to showcase Harpertown at Computex With AMD scheduled to showcase its new quad-core Opteron processors (Barcelona) at Computex, Intel also plans to demonstrate its 45nm quad-core server processors (Harpertown) at the show, according to sources at server makers.Read more AMD DTX platform may gain upper hand in SFF market With motherboard makers expected to push AMD's DTX SFF (small form factor) motherboard platforms at Computex, mini-ITX and micro-ATX platforms might be facing pressure, noted market sources.Read more Intel and AMD to highlight next generation processors at Computex Intel will showcase its next-generation Penryn 45nm processor at the upcoming Computex show, while AMD will also demonstrate its native Quad-Core Opteron processors (Barcelona), during the show, according to sources.Read more No Computex for Nvidia Nvidia has made the decision not to participate at Computex, according to sources at the company. However, it will maintain a small display room during the time.Read more