TechShow MediaWatch: Computex Taipei 2

• Vendors Progress Standard Media Player Protocols At Computex, AKA
• Taipei tech show goes green, Asia Times Online
• Computex Taipei: Fear, Loathing and the Mini-Laptop War, PCWorld
• Small is big at Computex 2008, CNET
• Taiwan’s Computex opens, 35000 overseas buyers expected (Roundup), M&G
• Momentum of Ultra Portables at Computex Taipei, GottaBeMobile

Computex: Atheros’ XSPAN Technology Delivers Industry-Leading 802.11n Performance in New AMD Turion(TM) X2 Ultra Notebook Platform

Atheros Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATHR) , a leading developer of advanced semiconductor system solutions for wireless and wired communications, today announced that the industry’s most compact and power-efficient, single-chip XSPAN(R) 802.11n solutions are featured in the next-generation AMD notebook platform featuring AMD Turion(TM) X2 Ultra Processors. Atheros XSPAN designs will provide wireless connectivity to new notebooks based on this platform, which delivers state-of-the-art visual experiences and power-efficient mobility to users. XSPAN is the world’s most widely adopted 802.11n technology, enabling a broad ecosystem of wireless products. It is the 11n technology of choice for the majority of the world’s enterprise networking manufacturers and occupies a dominant position in the retail and carrier networking, and PC markets. Read more

TechShow MediaWatch: Computex Taipei

• Computex Taipei: Fear, Loathing and the Mini-Laptop War , PCWorld
• Taiwan’s Computex opens, 35000 overseas buyers expected (Roundup), M&G
• Momentum of Ultra Portables at Computex Taipei, GottaBeMobile
• Computex 2008 Day One, AnandTech

Computex: Silicon Image Announces SteelVine Storage Processor Support for Intel’s Latest PC Chipsets

Silicon Image, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIMG) , a leader in semiconductors and intellectual property for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content, today announced SteelVine(TM) support for the latest generation of Intel(R) PC chipsets with the release of its Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) version 1.2 Serial ATA (SATA) driver. Read more

Computex: Supermicro Unleashes Single-Processor (UP) Servers with Quad-Core AMD Opteron(TM) 1300 Series Processor Support at Computex 2008

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) , a leader in application-optimized, high performance server and workstation solutions, has announced full support for the latest Quad-Core AMD Opteron(TM) 1300 Series processors on its latest single-processor A+ Servers on display at Computex Taipei 2008 (booths M619-M726). In addition to the cost-effective 1011M-UR and 1011S-MR2 A+ Servers, Supermicro is also showcasing its high-density, energy-efficient, 4-way/2-way SuperBlade(TM), 1U Twin(TM), 4-way 1U, and Universal I/O (UIO) solutions. All five solutions are optimized for Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors.
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Computex: ASUSTeK Introduces P5Q Series Motherboards Featuring Silicon Image’s SteelVine Storage Processor and ASUSTeK Drive Xpert Utility Management Software

Silicon Image, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIMG) , a leader in semiconductors and intellectual property solutions for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content, and ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS(R)), worldwide leader in motherboard production, today announced the introduction of seven new ASUS P5Q series channel motherboards incorporating Silicon Image’s SteelVine(TM) SiI5723 SATA storage processor and the new ASUS Drive Xpert(TM), a management utility software jointly developed by Silicon Image and ASUS.
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Computex: NVIDIA Optimizes Notebook PCs With New Lineup of GPUs

As the global demand for better visual experiences makes its way into the notebook market, NVIDIA Corporation continues to address that demand with the introduction of a new line-up of notebook GPUs, the NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 9M Series of graphics processors, and a new graphics innovation, NVIDIA Hybrid SLI(R) technology. These new technologies enable customers to optimize their notebooks to power today’s visual applications, such as: the latest operating systems, photo editing, mapping software, games, and HD movies. Considered one of the most important processors inside the notebook PC, and perhaps the most important, an NVIDIA GPU enables a completely flexible, scalable, and high-definition entertainment platform.
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Computex: Broadcom Announces Groundbreaking 65 Nanometer Single-Chip Bluetooth(R) 2.1 + EDR Solution for Mobile Handsets

Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ:BRCM) , a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, today announced its next generation Bluetooth(R) Version 2.1 + EDR single-chip solution that provides significant performance upgrades and enhanced features, including lower power consumption, smaller chip size and improved radio performance. Developed in a highly advanced 65 nanometer CMOS process, the new system-on-chip (SoC) solution targets mobile handset applications and includes the unique Broadcom(R) SmartAudio(TM) sound and voice enhancement technology that was previously available only in wireless headset products. Cellular handset makers can now offer improvements in battery life and audio quality, providing a clearer, more satisfying wireless experience to consumers.
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Computex: Broadcom Delivers Industry’s First Single-Chip 802.11n USB Solution to Bring Low Cost, Dual-Band Performance to Wi-Fi(R) USB Adapters

roadcom Corporation (NASDAQ:BRCM) , a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, today announced the world’s first single-chip dual-band 802.11n solution for universal serial bus (USB) adapters. The newest member of Broadcom’s Intensi-fi(R) XLR wireless LAN (WLAN) family enables very small and cost-effective USB adapters that consumers can use to connect PCs, TVs, set-top boxes, personal video recorders, and other devices to a Wi-Fi(R) network. The new Broadcom(R) dual-band chip also features the company’s new Accelerange(TM) technology to provide the wireless performance and range that is required to transfer high-definition (HD) content between devices throughout a home.
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Computex: Broadcom Boosts Performance and Cuts Cost of 802.11n Routers with Industry’s Most Integrated Solutions

Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ:BRCM) , a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, today announced three wireless LAN (WLAN) router solutions with integrated processors that will enable a full line of 802.11n routers with industry-leading performance and consumer-friendly cost points. Wi-Fi(R) manufacturers can not only use the new Intensi-fi(R) XLR solutions to build simultaneous dual-band routers for high definition (HD) video streaming, but can also leverage its unparalleled silicon integration to reduce the cost difference between 802.11n and 802.11g products. To provide a strong wireless backbone for the networked home, Broadcom has optimized its new 802.11n router platform with Accelerange(TM) technology — a unique set of hardware and software enhancements that ensures more robust wireless coverage in the far corners of a home. Read more

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