Phenom II X4 955 has employed 45nm processing and Socket AM3. Clocked at 3.2GHz (16*200MHz), it’s coming with 2MB (4*512KB) L2 Cache and 6MB L3 Cache. With 125W TDP, Phenom II X4 955 is said to be launched on April 20th.
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AMD Phenom II X4 955 CPU Coming on April 20th
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AMD was planning to launch 3.1GHz Phenom II X4 950 in Q2 according to our previous source, but Phenom II X4 955 is said to replace it as the fastest AMD CPU.
Phenom II X4 955 has employed 45nm processing and Socket AM3. Clocked at 3.2GHz (16*200MHz), it’s coming with 2MB (4*512KB) L2 Cache and 6MB L3 Cache. With 125W TDP, Phenom II X4 955 is said to be launched on April 20th.
Phenom II X4 955 has employed 45nm processing and Socket AM3. Clocked at 3.2GHz (16*200MHz), it’s coming with 2MB (4*512KB) L2 Cache and 6MB L3 Cache. With 125W TDP, Phenom II X4 955 is said to be launched on April 20th.
AMD Phenom II X4 hits 4.4GHz
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AMDs Phenom II processors are truly mean overclockers under extreme cold, but with more conventional cooling the processors are yet to really impress. They are still much better than the last series of Phenoms, but compared to Intels Core architecture they are still several MHz short. AMD overclockers have started looking for The Golden One among Phenom II processors and we now hear about a Phenom II X4 processor that does 4.4GHz with air cooling and "only" 1.55V.
The overclock was with all four cores, but and the air was a bit colder than normal (processor temperature was about 25°C) and the memories downclocked to reach 4.4GHz. The system was just stable enough for a CPU-Z screendump but it still shows that the Phenom II architecture can reach respectable frequencies with regular air cooling.
AMD Sempron X2 2300 in Store in Japan
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AMD’s dual-core Sempron X2 2300 has been available in Japan at JPY2480 (about $27), according to the guys at AKIBA. This is the second model of Sempron dual-core CPU after Sempron X2 2100 announced in last March.
With 512KB L2 cache, 65nm Socket AM2 and TDP of 65W, Sempron X2 2300 is almost the same as Sempr
on X2 2100. But it features frequency of 2.2GHz, up from 1.8GHz on Sempron X2 2100.
AMD Sempron X2 2300 in Store in Japan
Propus Athlon X4 delayed to Q3
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AMD plans to bring more Deneb and Heka based Quad and Three core CPUs in Q2, but the Propus non energy efficient will be pushed to early Q3. This looks like a business decision as the company already plans a 45W Propus in early Q2.
The specifications seem to be locked and Athlon X4 615 will work at 2.7GHz, come with 2MB L2 cache and will sit under the 95W umbrella.
The runner up is Athlon X4 605 that runs at 2.5GHz. Funny enough, the Athlon X4 605e works at 2.3GHz but has only a 45W TDP while the non e version has a massive 95W TDP.
At least you can expect these CPUs in back to school period.
Phenom II X4 B93 top business CPU
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2.8GHz for businessmen
AMD is still on track to launch its new Phenom II generation for business people and these CPUs should find their place to the corporate hearts. Business class Phenoms based on the Deneb 45nm quad-core will launch in early Q3 2009.
The best is called Phenom II X4 B93 and this CPU works at 2.8GHz and is in fact nothing more than a regular Deneb based Phenom renamed to sound more like a business thing. This CPU has 8MB of total cache 4x512L2 and 6MB L3 and it fits the 95W TDP envelope.
The runner up Phenom X4 B91 has the same specs but it will end up cheaper and works at 2.6GHz. These CPUs will dethrone the Phenom X4 9850B and the rest of the Agena 65nm based generation, but as always this won’t happen overnight.
AMD Athlon X2 7750 Review
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AMD is also launching a new CPU series codenamed Kuma. This is a Stars core with a 2MB L3 cache and the Hypertransport bus runs at 1.8Ghz instead of 1GHz of most dual cores. We don't have a lot more technical information on the processor at this time but we'll update this review when we get more. For now here's what you probably care about: benchmarks and overclocking.
Here's our test system.
Mother Board Gigabyte 790GX
Memory Corsair XMS 4GB
Hard Drive Western Digital SE 16 750GB
Case Tsunami Thermaltake
Display Samsung SyncMaster 30"
Windows Vista x86 SP1 was our test system with ATI Catalyst 8.12 drivers. The only vanilla X2 we had on hand was the X2 5000+ which runs at 2.6GHz so we down clocked our 7750 to 2.6GHz from 2.7GHz. Usually this is fairly accurate representation of what a processor with that stock clock would perform at though occasionally it is faster.
With more performance comes more power taking another 20W to run at idle and 25W at load under Valve Map creation benchmark under load. Cool 'n Quiet was disabled with testing.
Kuma seems like a good bump up from the previous Athlon 64 X2 dual cores though the L3 cache and higher Hypertransport bus do increase overall power consumption. We don't have retail pricing at this time but we will update the review when we see the processor at e-tailers. We wish we had time to compare this to an Intel dual core processors but unfortunately we're a bit strapped for time. This should definitely help keep AMD more competitive in the dual core arena and is a nice part to tide things over until Phenom II.
Here's our test system.
Mother Board Gigabyte 790GX
Memory Corsair XMS 4GB
Hard Drive Western Digital SE 16 750GB
Case Tsunami Thermaltake
Display Samsung SyncMaster 30"
Windows Vista x86 SP1 was our test system with ATI Catalyst 8.12 drivers. The only vanilla X2 we had on hand was the X2 5000+ which runs at 2.6GHz so we down clocked our 7750 to 2.6GHz from 2.7GHz. Usually this is fairly accurate representation of what a processor with that stock clock would perform at though occasionally it is faster.
With more performance comes more power taking another 20W to run at idle and 25W at load under Valve Map creation benchmark under load. Cool 'n Quiet was disabled with testing.
Kuma seems like a good bump up from the previous Athlon 64 X2 dual cores though the L3 cache and higher Hypertransport bus do increase overall power consumption. We don't have retail pricing at this time but we will update the review when we see the processor at e-tailers. We wish we had time to compare this to an Intel dual core processors but unfortunately we're a bit strapped for time. This should definitely help keep AMD more competitive in the dual core arena and is a nice part to tide things over until Phenom II.
AMD 45nm Business Class CPUs
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Introduced in April, AMD's Business Class line-up of processors are expected to soon get a few updates but those looking for 'B- tagged 45nm parts will have to wait quite a while. As it seems, AMD is currently planning the introduction of two new 65nm Phenom Business Class models - 9850B and 8850B, in Q1 and is readying 45nm 'B' CPUs for Q3 2009.
The 45nm Business line-up is expected to include the quad-core Phenom II X4 B90, triple-core Phenom II X3 B70 and dual-core Athlon X2 B20 series processors. All these parts will come in an AM3 package and feature integrated DDR3-1333 memory controllers.
The 45nm Business line-up is expected to include the quad-core Phenom II X4 B90, triple-core Phenom II X3 B70 and dual-core Athlon X2 B20 series processors. All these parts will come in an AM3 package and feature integrated DDR3-1333 memory controllers.
45nm Processors Added to AMD Business Platform Family
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According to AMD’s plan, it will unveil Phenom X4 9850B and Phenom X3 8850B with AM2+ socket in the first half of 2009, and then follow with brand-new “BXX” Series processors in Q3. Phenom II X4 B90, Phenom II X3 B70 and Athlon X2 B20 are equal to the consumer processors - Phenom II X4 900, Phenom II X3 700 and Athlon X2 200. Based on 45nm 50I technology, they all feature AM3 socket and support DDR2 or DDR3 memory.
Phenom II X4 B90 Series feature 4 cores, and their L2/L3 cache capacity is 8MB. They’re scheduled to come out with 2 verisons of 2.8GHz B93 and 2.6GHz B91, with 95W TDP. X3 B70 feature 3 cores with 7.5MB L2/L3 cache, coming out with versions of 2.9GHz B22 and 2.7GHz B71 of 65W TDP.
The existing processors for business platforms include Phenom X4 9000, Phenom X3 8000 and Athlon X2 5000. They are added a postfix of “B”, which is the only difference from consumer platforms. For instance, the corresonding model of Phenom X4 9600 is named as Phenom X4 9600B.
via expreview.com
Phenom II X4 B90 Series feature 4 cores, and their L2/L3 cache capacity is 8MB. They’re scheduled to come out with 2 verisons of 2.8GHz B93 and 2.6GHz B91, with 95W TDP. X3 B70 feature 3 cores with 7.5MB L2/L3 cache, coming out with versions of 2.9GHz B22 and 2.7GHz B71 of 65W TDP.
The existing processors for business platforms include Phenom X4 9000, Phenom X3 8000 and Athlon X2 5000. They are added a postfix of “B”, which is the only difference from consumer platforms. For instance, the corresonding model of Phenom X4 9600 is named as Phenom X4 9600B.
via expreview.com
AMD roadmaps revealed till 2012
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During the Financial Analyst Day, AMD has unveiled several of the roadmaps for the years to come. Because of the increasing competition in the notebook area, as well as the increasing demand for netbooks, AMD will have to work really hard to keep its market share.
The "Puma" platform, with the "Griffin" CPU's, will be replaced in 2009 by the "Tigris" platform, with its "Caspian" processors. The socket S1g2 will be changed to S1g3, a transition that is parallel to that of the desktop-socket, which will change from AM2+ to AM3. The "Caspian" processors will be the first 45nm AMD notebook processors. Apart from the several "Tigris" models, the company will also launch its "Congo" platform with the "Conesus" processor, as well as the "Yukon" platform with the single core "Huron" processor to serve the netbook market.
The current RS780M chipset will be moved to "Congo" in the ultraportable segment. The southbridge will be slightly improved and renamed SB710. The same SB710 will also be used in the "Tigris" platform, combined with an improved RS880M chipset.
In 2010, AMD's first quadcore notebook will appear, it will be part of the 'Danube' platform and the processors will be codenamed 'Champlain'. DDR3 memory will also be introduced in AMD's notebooks. "Nile" will form a compact platform for the dualcore "Geneva" processors, also sporting the DDR3 memory support. The image above shows the roadmap for AMD's processors. In 2011, they will transit the production to 32 nm for all processors. Another interesting thing is that AMD has the same "Liano" processor planned for both desktops and notebooks. The "Orochi" will be AMD's high-end processor, possibly featuring eight cores and over 8 MB cache.
The "Puma" platform, with the "Griffin" CPU's, will be replaced in 2009 by the "Tigris" platform, with its "Caspian" processors. The socket S1g2 will be changed to S1g3, a transition that is parallel to that of the desktop-socket, which will change from AM2+ to AM3. The "Caspian" processors will be the first 45nm AMD notebook processors. Apart from the several "Tigris" models, the company will also launch its "Congo" platform with the "Conesus" processor, as well as the "Yukon" platform with the single core "Huron" processor to serve the netbook market.
The current RS780M chipset will be moved to "Congo" in the ultraportable segment. The southbridge will be slightly improved and renamed SB710. The same SB710 will also be used in the "Tigris" platform, combined with an improved RS880M chipset.
In 2010, AMD's first quadcore notebook will appear, it will be part of the 'Danube' platform and the processors will be codenamed 'Champlain'. DDR3 memory will also be introduced in AMD's notebooks. "Nile" will form a compact platform for the dualcore "Geneva" processors, also sporting the DDR3 memory support. The image above shows the roadmap for AMD's processors. In 2011, they will transit the production to 32 nm for all processors. Another interesting thing is that AMD has the same "Liano" processor planned for both desktops and notebooks. The "Orochi" will be AMD's high-end processor, possibly featuring eight cores and over 8 MB cache.
Source: Computerbase
Phenom II naming scheme and launch plans
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AMD has dropped the plan of releasing any 45nm Phenoms before the end of this year but is readying a full line-up of processors for next year. Set to debut at CES, the Phenom II family includes the X4 900, 800 (Deneb) and 600 (Propus), X3 700 (Heka) and 600 (Rana) plus the X2 200 (Regor) series CPUs.
In Q1, AMD is expected to introduce no less than 8 processors, two of them, the Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition (3.0 GHz) and 920 (2.8 GHz) being AM2+ parts. The DDR3-supporting AM3 line-up will debut with the X4 925 (2.8 GHz), 910 (2.6 GHz), X4 810 (2.6 GHz), 805 (2.5 GHz), X3 720 (2.8 GHz) and 710 (2.6 GHz). The prices of these models are still unknown but hopefully their'll be very competitive.
The Phenom II X3 600 and X2 200s are set to become available in Q2.
In Q1, AMD is expected to introduce no less than 8 processors, two of them, the Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition (3.0 GHz) and 920 (2.8 GHz) being AM2+ parts. The DDR3-supporting AM3 line-up will debut with the X4 925 (2.8 GHz), 910 (2.6 GHz), X4 810 (2.6 GHz), 805 (2.5 GHz), X3 720 (2.8 GHz) and 710 (2.6 GHz). The prices of these models are still unknown but hopefully their'll be very competitive.
The Phenom II X3 600 and X2 200s are set to become available in Q2.
AMD to release Phenom II in January
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AMD told analysts yesterday that Phenom II X4 would be launched at CES 2009 in January. This Shanghai-based desktop product of the Deneb core, will serve as a launching platform for AMD's new industry focus, which is on value and mainstream and markedly away from enterprise. AMD's executives also stated that Intel's Nehalem-based Core i7 is out of touch with the marketplace.
The Dragon platform
The Phenom II X4 will be released along with an enthusiast platform called "Dragon." Like the server version announced yesterday, the desktop Phenom II will be a quad-core processor with 8 MB cache (6 MB shared L3, 512 KB L2 per core), support for DDR2 and DDR3 memory. Dragon will provide a range of graphics options from low-end to a "terascale graphics engine," overdrive CPU control and a Fusion optimization tool.
AMD comments on Intel Core i7
AMD's Bob Grim, senior manager of product marketing for AMD's desktop group, categorized Intel's Core i7 as being out of touch with the marketplace. He said, "Expensive motherboards, expensive memory...all expectations says that the processor will be expensive as well." Intel's Core i7 processors priced at $294 for 2.66 GHz, $562 for 2.93 GHz and $999 for 3.20 GHz. See Intel's pricing page.
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The Dragon platform
The Phenom II X4 will be released along with an enthusiast platform called "Dragon." Like the server version announced yesterday, the desktop Phenom II will be a quad-core processor with 8 MB cache (6 MB shared L3, 512 KB L2 per core), support for DDR2 and DDR3 memory. Dragon will provide a range of graphics options from low-end to a "terascale graphics engine," overdrive CPU control and a Fusion optimization tool.
AMD comments on Intel Core i7
AMD's Bob Grim, senior manager of product marketing for AMD's desktop group, categorized Intel's Core i7 as being out of touch with the marketplace. He said, "Expensive motherboards, expensive memory...all expectations says that the processor will be expensive as well." Intel's Core i7 processors priced at $294 for 2.66 GHz, $562 for 2.93 GHz and $999 for 3.20 GHz. See Intel's pricing page.
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AMD introducing new bussines class Phenom and Athlon CPUs
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AMD announced four new "business class" Phenom processors, which essentially means that these processors are made available for a platform that won’t change for at least two years and include a 3-year warranty.
AMD Phenom business class cpuThe four new Phenom processors extend AMD’s B-series platform, which also includes a motherboard carrying either AMD’s 780V or Nvidia’s MCP78 chipset, to a total of 11 processors. The new models include the Phenom X4 9750B (2.4 GHz/95 watt), the Phenom X3 8750B (2.4 GHz/95watt), the Athlon X2 5600B (2.9 GHz/65 watt) and Athlon X2 4850B (2.5 GHz/45 watt) processors.
Pricing was announced, but we expect AMD to continue its business class pricing strategy, which means that these processors will be offered with a premium of close to 20% on the high-end and about 10% on the lower end when compared to non-B-series processors of the same main product family and comparable clock speeds.
In contrast, the sequence numbers of the preceding B2-series, which included the TLB bug, ended on full hundreds. The first B-series Phenoms were the 9600B and 8600B, which indicated that these are processors with the B2-series core. However, the 9600B and 8600B processors are actually B3-series CPUs. As if the sequence numbering system isn’t already confusing enough, AMD has now some inconsistencies of B2/B3 markers within the same product family, which does not necessarily make a purchase decision much easier, especially, if you are trying to figure out which processors have the TLB bug and which do not.
AMD Phenom business class cpuThe four new Phenom processors extend AMD’s B-series platform, which also includes a motherboard carrying either AMD’s 780V or Nvidia’s MCP78 chipset, to a total of 11 processors. The new models include the Phenom X4 9750B (2.4 GHz/95 watt), the Phenom X3 8750B (2.4 GHz/95watt), the Athlon X2 5600B (2.9 GHz/65 watt) and Athlon X2 4850B (2.5 GHz/45 watt) processors.
Pricing was announced, but we expect AMD to continue its business class pricing strategy, which means that these processors will be offered with a premium of close to 20% on the high-end and about 10% on the lower end when compared to non-B-series processors of the same main product family and comparable clock speeds.
In contrast, the sequence numbers of the preceding B2-series, which included the TLB bug, ended on full hundreds. The first B-series Phenoms were the 9600B and 8600B, which indicated that these are processors with the B2-series core. However, the 9600B and 8600B processors are actually B3-series CPUs. As if the sequence numbering system isn’t already confusing enough, AMD has now some inconsistencies of B2/B3 markers within the same product family, which does not necessarily make a purchase decision much easier, especially, if you are trying to figure out which processors have the TLB bug and which do not.
AMD CAN INCREASE ITS MARKET SHARE
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The release of video cards series radeon HD 48xx was very successful : some NVIDIA partners decided for the first time to release AMD graphic solution. The relationship of price and productivity for the Radeon HD of 4870 do not have any competitors, since NVIDIA is not assembled to reduce the GeForce GTX 260 price . NVIDIA as answer to the radeon HD4850 , announced the GeForce 9800 GTX+, which is $30 more expensive. In a word, radeon HD 48xx prospect are outstanding . Associate report that AMD can increase its market share in discrete graphical solutions to 40% in the third quarter this year. At the beginning of year this index was about 30%.
Next Generation AMD Platform Available on New Satellite Laptops
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IRVINE, Calif--Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced that select models of its Satellite® series are equipped with AMD’s next generation notebook platform.
The Satellite laptop PC series, including the P300D, A300D, M300D, U400D, L300D and L350D, is offered with variations of AMD’s Athlon™ Dual Core QL, Turion™ Dual Core RM and Turion Ultra ZM processor(1) technology, providing consumers with the freedom to choose whichever configuration best suits their needs.
This new AMD platform promises superior performance, enhanced visual graphics and increased battery life. The combination of all these aspects contributes to a balanced laptop platform, which gives the user extended battery life without sacrificing performance.
Building upon the Satellite laptop PC's solid reputation of quality, several innovative features have been included and are offered on select models:
* Built-in FM Tuner: A built-in FM tuner allows users to enjoy their favorite FM radio broadcasts while working on their laptop PC.
* Face Recognition: The TOSHIBA Face Recognition Technology provides users with a fun and convenient way to log onto their laptops without a traditional password.
* Sleep-and-Charge USB Ports(2): Popular mobile devices can be charged whether the laptop is powered-on, off or in hibernation mode.
* eSATA: An eSATA port empowers the high-speed transfer of files between the laptop and an external hard drive with transfer rates that are up to five times faster than USB 2.0.
* Fusion finish: Each new Satellite laptop sports Toshiba’s Fusion™ finish in a Horizon pattern. More than just a graphic element, the Fusion Finish is a unique combination of appearance and texture.
Additionally each new Satellite laptop PC delivers premium audio, through a set of Harman Kardon® stereo speakers for a rich, cinema-like sound experience. Meanwhile, select Satellite models come equipped with Toshiba’s REGZA LINK™ (HDMI-CEC) technology empowering users with instant and automated device configuration and the ability to control linked HDMI-CEC enabled devices, such as Toshiba’s REGZA™ HDTVs and a Satellite laptop, with a single remote. The new Satellite series laptops are available at a variety of major consumer electronics and computer stores nationwide or directly from Toshiba at www.toshibadirect.com. Detailed product specifications and information can be found at www.explore.toshiba.com/laptops/satellite.
All new Toshiba laptops are RoHS-compatible(3), effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Beginning in the third quarter of 2008, Toshiba will offer a computer trade-in and recycling program for all manufacturer’s PCs to reduce environmental impact and promote efficient utilization of resources. To learn more about this free PC recycling program or to find out how to recycle other consumer electronic products, please visit: www.toshiba.eztradein.com/toshiba.
Multimedia: Satellite AMD Series
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile product and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 740 companies, with 198,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing US$76 billion. For more information on Toshiba's leading innovations, visit the company's Web site at www.toshiba.com. 1. Processor. CPU performance may vary. See Processor Legal Footnote at www.info.toshiba.com. 2. USB Sleep & Charge. The “USB Sleep & Charge function” may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. 3. RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. See RoHS legal footnote at www.info.toshiba.com. © 2008 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice. Release Summary: Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), today announced that select models of its Satellite(R) series are equipped with AMD’s next generation notebook platform. Keyword Tags: amd, face recognition, laptop, laptop computer, laptop computers, laptop pc, notebook, notebook computer, notebook pc, satellite, toshiba
The Satellite laptop PC series, including the P300D, A300D, M300D, U400D, L300D and L350D, is offered with variations of AMD’s Athlon™ Dual Core QL, Turion™ Dual Core RM and Turion Ultra ZM processor(1) technology, providing consumers with the freedom to choose whichever configuration best suits their needs.
This new AMD platform promises superior performance, enhanced visual graphics and increased battery life. The combination of all these aspects contributes to a balanced laptop platform, which gives the user extended battery life without sacrificing performance.
Building upon the Satellite laptop PC's solid reputation of quality, several innovative features have been included and are offered on select models:
* Built-in FM Tuner: A built-in FM tuner allows users to enjoy their favorite FM radio broadcasts while working on their laptop PC.
* Face Recognition: The TOSHIBA Face Recognition Technology provides users with a fun and convenient way to log onto their laptops without a traditional password.
* Sleep-and-Charge USB Ports(2): Popular mobile devices can be charged whether the laptop is powered-on, off or in hibernation mode.
* eSATA: An eSATA port empowers the high-speed transfer of files between the laptop and an external hard drive with transfer rates that are up to five times faster than USB 2.0.
* Fusion finish: Each new Satellite laptop sports Toshiba’s Fusion™ finish in a Horizon pattern. More than just a graphic element, the Fusion Finish is a unique combination of appearance and texture.
Additionally each new Satellite laptop PC delivers premium audio, through a set of Harman Kardon® stereo speakers for a rich, cinema-like sound experience. Meanwhile, select Satellite models come equipped with Toshiba’s REGZA LINK™ (HDMI-CEC) technology empowering users with instant and automated device configuration and the ability to control linked HDMI-CEC enabled devices, such as Toshiba’s REGZA™ HDTVs and a Satellite laptop, with a single remote. The new Satellite series laptops are available at a variety of major consumer electronics and computer stores nationwide or directly from Toshiba at www.toshibadirect.com. Detailed product specifications and information can be found at www.explore.toshiba.com/laptops/satellite.
All new Toshiba laptops are RoHS-compatible(3), effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Beginning in the third quarter of 2008, Toshiba will offer a computer trade-in and recycling program for all manufacturer’s PCs to reduce environmental impact and promote efficient utilization of resources. To learn more about this free PC recycling program or to find out how to recycle other consumer electronic products, please visit: www.toshiba.eztradein.com/toshiba.
Multimedia: Satellite AMD Series
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile product and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 740 companies, with 198,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing US$76 billion. For more information on Toshiba's leading innovations, visit the company's Web site at www.toshiba.com. 1. Processor. CPU performance may vary. See Processor Legal Footnote at www.info.toshiba.com. 2. USB Sleep & Charge. The “USB Sleep & Charge function” may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. 3. RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. See RoHS legal footnote at www.info.toshiba.com. © 2008 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice. Release Summary: Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), today announced that select models of its Satellite(R) series are equipped with AMD’s next generation notebook platform. Keyword Tags: amd, face recognition, laptop, laptop computer, laptop computers, laptop pc, notebook, notebook computer, notebook pc, satellite, toshiba
Amd enters low-cost pc market
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AMD looks like it is a spent force today, pretty much like how its graphics arm, ATi is compared to Intel and NVIDIA, respectively. Still, kudos to the folks at AMD for keeping some semblance of check and balance in the processor wars. AMD will be working on a processor to penetrate the low-cost PC market which is currently being dominated by the Intel Atom and Via Technology Nano processors. These new offerings from AMD will support 6-bit instructions and based on their previous generation K8 architecture. You will get a capped speed of 1.2GHz in the single-core model, manufactured under the 65nm process. If AMD were to stand any chance of making an impact, they’d best price it just below Intel’s Atom IMHO.
Source: Digitimes
AMD's Atom rival to be introduced this year
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AMD's recently revealed plans to manufacture a competitor to Intel's Atom are now said to be on track to see the first such processor coming out of a Dresden fab before 2008 draws to a close. Built using the 65nm process, the single-core wannabe Atom killer from AMD will have 64bit support, 256kB of L2 cache and a frequency between 1 and 1.2 GHz.
Equipped with a DDR2 memory controller, AMD's CPU will start shipping in the first half of 2009 when netbooks/nettops powered by it are also expected to hit the stores. With Atom being so popular these days it will be interesting to see which manufacturer will release low-cost PCs based on AMD's upcoming CPU. source:tcmagazine.com
AMD Refines Stream Computing Approach
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Tech Report has talked to AMD about their Stream computing efforts.
Initially we came out with Close-to-Metal, which was a very low level interface. You had to know a fair bit about the GPU to use it, [but] you could get very good performance out of it. What we've done in the two years since we came out with CTM, is come out with higher-level tools. So, last November we launched Brook+, and what that is a C-level interface that is quite similar to [Nvidia's] CUDA and the OpenCL standard that's been proposed by the Khronos working group. So, it's kind of the same level, and the effort of Khronos is to try a standard API so that people don't get locked into one hardware platform or another based on initial software investment.
AMD Imageon chips to get DivX support
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DivX Inc. has just signed a licensing agreement with Intel-bullied CPU manufacturer AMD that will see the latter's Imageon media processors offering DivX support.
"Including the DivX codec in the AMD Imageon application processor brings additional value to our OEM customers, helping them to deliver a robust mobile media experience," said Mark Bapst, CTO for AMD's Handheld division. "DivX technology is an attractive ingredient that enhances our offering for handheld devices, providing excellent quality and a high degree of accessibility."
As stipulated in the new deal the two companies will work together to achieve DivX certification for the AMD Imageon A250 application processor. That means the little A250 will undergo a lot of tests in the near future but they're almost harmless and rarely lead to any weird side effects.
source: tcmagazine
"Including the DivX codec in the AMD Imageon application processor brings additional value to our OEM customers, helping them to deliver a robust mobile media experience," said Mark Bapst, CTO for AMD's Handheld division. "DivX technology is an attractive ingredient that enhances our offering for handheld devices, providing excellent quality and a high degree of accessibility."
As stipulated in the new deal the two companies will work together to achieve DivX certification for the AMD Imageon A250 application processor. That means the little A250 will undergo a lot of tests in the near future but they're almost harmless and rarely lead to any weird side effects.
source: tcmagazine
AMD Jumps Into Ultraportables With Low-Cost and High Performance Models
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With Computex 2008 in full swing, the sub-notebook announcements are coming fast and furious. First came the Eee PC 901 and 1000, followed by the MSI Wind and the Asus Aspire One. Now we have learned that AMD is entering the fray with two new ultraportables.
These versions include a white 8.9-inch version with an AMD CPU, ATI's RS690 chipset, 1GB RAM and the Linux operating system along with a 7-inch black XP version featuring a 1280 x 600 display (possibly touchscreen) a 60GB or 80GB hard drive, and 1GB of RAM. Details are still sketchy at the moment, but more should be revealed in the next few days. [AVING via jkkmobile]
AMD to launch 'Puma' laptop platform next month
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Intel may be gearing up to release Centrino 2, but let's not forget its arch-rival, AMD, is to release a notebook platform of its own, codenamed 'Puma'. The cat will be let out of the bag at Computex, in Taipei on 3 June.
So what's AMD going to announce? Puma comprises a new (ish) processor, 'Griffin', and AMD's 780M chipset. Griffin is a dual-core part based around a couple of old Turion 'K8'A-class cores. Unlike existing Turion chips, Griffin was design specifically for laptops and so features extra, mobile-friendly circuitry for better power management.
Indeed, power rather than performance is Griffin's watchword, though we expect it will still push past AMD's current mobile CPUs when the speeds and feeds are announced in June.
Griffin is expected to contain at least 2MB of L2 cache, with each core having 1MB all to itself. The two cores will be able to run at different clock speeds, allowing either or both to slow down - as far as 300MHz - when their workload lightens.
Griffin's northbridge circuitry combines the usual HyperTransport 3 controller and a DDR 2 memory manager capable of handling 667MHz and 800MHz memory, AMD has said in the past. These elements and the CPU cores all operate on separate voltage planes, to allow unneeded components to power down.
So if the 780M's DirectX 10 integrated graphics is churning through HD content, the CPUs can slow right down or go to sleep without affecting the memory controller's ability to keep the GPU fed with video data.
Likewise the bandwidth made available by the HyperTransport controller can be squeezed according to need, reducing the power required to support in-bound data, out-bound data or both.
The 780M's graphics core will work with a discrete graphics chip, if one's present, to render all the basic stuff and leave the main GPU to power right down until its needed for 3D rendering. Again, that should boost the battery life of Puma-based systems.
The 780M - or, possibly, the M780 - will also incorporate AMD's SB700 chipset, which can link in up to 14 USB ports, six SATA ports and parallel ATA devices, and provide HD audio.
A once touted Puma component was HyperFlash, AMD's answer to Intel's TurboMemory: a Flash-fitted module that provides a small chunk of solid-state storage for Windows Vista's ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive technologies to make use of.
Turbo Memory is available in a fair few top-end notebooks, but it's largely failed to grab attention as a performance booster that Intel may have hoped it would. Partly that's because of corporate indifference to Vista - though this may change now Service Pack 1 is here, and AMD is likely to want to tap into that with HyperFlash.
Support for HyperFlash is integrated into the SB700.© The Register
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