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AMD to Describe 32nm x86-64 Processor at Chip Conference [UPDATED].
AMD to Reveal Power Trimming Technologies of Next-Generation Mobile Chip
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Nvidia to Start Shipping Next-Generation Tegra to Developers “Soon”.
Nvidia Readies Second-Generation Tegra SoC for Handhelds
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Microsoft Windows 8 Due in 2012 – Slides.
Microsoft Server Roadmap Reveals Windows 8 Release Time Frame
Hardware News
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
- Infineon and Nokia to Jointly Develop LTE Transceiver Solutions. Infineon and Nokia Collaborate on 4G/LTE Technology
- U.S. Patent Office Again Rejects Rambus’ Claims Against Nvidia. Nvidia Wins Another Round in Patent Dispute with Rambus
- EA Montreal to Concentrate on High-Def Games, Lower Focus on Wii. Large Video Game Developer to Re-Focus on HD Blockbuster Titles
- AMD to Describe 32nm x86-64 Processor at Chip Conference [UPDATED]. AMD to Reveal Power Trimming Technologies of Next-Generation Mobile Chip
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
- Nvidia to Start Shipping Next-Generation Tegra to Developers “Soon”. Nvidia Readies Second-Generation Tegra SoC for Handhelds
- Despite Netbook Popularity, Consumers Still Want Notebooks – IDC. Even in Asia, Consumers Still Prefer Notebooks over Netbooks
- Imagination Intros Processors for “Internet Everywhere” Consumer Electronics. Imagination Presents Connected Processors for CE Devices
- Sub-$99 Blu-Ray Players Black Friday Deals Available, But Not a Lot. Walmart to Sell BD Players for $78 on Black Friday
- Microsoft Sued for Banning Third-Party Xbox Memory Cards. Memory Cards Supplier Sues Microsoft
- OCZ to Release External USB 3.0 Solid-State Drive. OCZ USB 3.0 SSD Incoming for Consumer Electronics Show
- Nvidia’s CEO Expects Underpowered Mobile Devices to Gain Popularity. PC of the Future – Web-Based Device with 4G Connectivity, Says Chief Exec of Nvidia
Monday, November 23, 2009
- Microsoft Windows 8 Due in 2012 – Slides. Microsoft Server Roadmap Reveals Windows 8 Release Time Frame
- IBM Cans Next-Generation Cell Processor, Plans to Change Cell Concept. IBM Halts Development of PowerXCell 32iv Chip
- Nvidia: Intel Is Scared, We Will Win in Court Next Year. Nvidia’s Chief Exec Again Promises to Win Legal Battle Against Intel
- Apple Reportedly Voids Warranties Due to Smoking Related Damages. Smoking Near Apple Macintosh Creates Hazards, Voids Warranty
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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
- SNAFU: Intel recommends GPGPU on a wrong server . Bright Side of News
Thursday, November 26, 2009
- Apple fanbois attempt to seize Microsoft, er Windows. TG daily
- MEPs complain about Dell's Irish exodus. the INQUIRER
- Iiyama Intros Two New ProLite Series 27 inch HD Monitors. techPowerUp!
- Nokia limits N900 shipments to pre-order customers. Reg Hardware
- Asus releases an Eee PC desktop. the INQUIRER
- Geeks Guide2 Christmas 2009 - Part I. Reg Hardware
- TomTom iPhone Car Kit. Reg Hardware
- Scott's Antarctic diaries posted on Twitter. TG daily
- IT recovery is set for 2010. the INQUIRER
- More strange Apple figures tip up. the INQUIRER
- Buffalo Readies USB 3.0 External Blu-ray Writer. techPowerUp!
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Noctua NH-D14 CPU Cooler: One Step Ahead
[11/25/09 | Cooling/PSU]
Since its first public showcase, the enthusiast community has been waiting impatiently for it to finally become available. Everyone hopes that it would be the best. Please meet Noctua NH-D14!
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