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Intel's Thunderbolt with fiber optics years away

(Agam Shah) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 03:23:00 GMT

Intel's Thunderbolt high-speed interconnect technology, which shuffles data between PCs and devices like displays and external storage, could be years away from getting optical technology, an Intel executive said this week.

QuickPoll: Can Microsoft and Intel's marriage be saved?

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:55:00 GMT

Microsoft and Intel may be ready to split up after a long marriage. That's thanks to the new hottie in town: tablets. Does 'Wintel' still have a future?

Intel shows off tablet with upcoming Atom chip

(Agam Shah) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT

Intel on Tuesday for the first time showed working prototypes of tablets with Google's Android OS and the chip maker's upcoming Atom low-power chip, code-named Medfield.

With help from Intel, McAfee links security to the chip

(Robert McMillan) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:05:00 GMT

Nearly seven months after Intel shelled out $7.68 billion for antivirus vendor McAfee, the two companies are offering a glimpse of their future.

Intel to show tablets, ultrabooks running Windows 8

(Agam Shah) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:35:00 GMT

Intel plans to show Microsoft's upcoming Windows 8 on tablets based on new Atom processors, and on ultrabooks, at both the Intel Developer Forum and Microsoft's BUILD conference this week, according to a source familiar with Intel's plans.

Intel, ARM set for next stage of laptop battle

(Agam Shah) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:16:00 GMT

Intel and challenger ARM are set for a PC showdown this week as competition heats up to redefine the laptop and reverse the sagging fortunes of the PC market.

Intel, Microsoft's alliance faces test at IDF

(Agam Shah) — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:43:00 GMT

The strength of the once-prosperous Wintel alliance could be tested at Intel's developer show next week as the chip maker and Microsoft adapt to a market shift from PCs to mobile devices such as tablets, analysts said this week.

Intel 'fully committed' to MeeGo, exec says

(James Niccolai) — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:42:00 GMT

Intel said Thursday it was "fully committed" to its MeeGo mobile OS despite its main partner, Nokia, having jumped ship earlier this year to partner with Microsoft.

The Need for More than Speed: CPU Tips for PC Buyers

(Bill Snyder) — Mon, 23 May 2011 16:09:00 GMT

One the heels of Intel's new "Sandy Bridge" chips, here are six questions you should ask yourself about microprocessing power when shopping for a new computer.

Premier 100 IT Leader profile: Diane Bryant

(Matt Hamblen) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:00:00 GMT

This IT leader at chip maker Intel oversees an IT workforce of 6,300 people; she keeps in touch with them through face-to-face meetings, webcasts, videoconferences, e-mail and blogs.

Intel invests in cloud management firm

pthibodeau@computerworld.com (Patrick Thibodeau) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:30:00 GMT

A company that makes a cloud management system is getting a $14 million investment from Intel and others. It will use the money to hire new employees.

Sandy Bridge chips take notebooks into future, says Intel

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:54:00 GMT

When Intel engineers began thinking about designing a new chip architecture, they first decided to reconsider the way they think about laptops.

Acquisitions blunt security innovation, say users, analysts

jvijayan@computerworld.com (Jaikumar Vijayan) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:34:00 GMT

Some users and analysts fear that the continuing acquisitions of security vendors by some of the largest firms in the business could have a chilling effect on technology innovation.

Intel moves beyond 'just the chip' with McAfee buy

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:11:00 GMT

After trying to push its way into the lucrative consumer electronics market for the past few years, Intel believes that adding a security product to its lineup is just what the market needs.

Intel-McAfee deal baffles security analysts

jvijayan@computerworld.com (Jaikumar Vijayan) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:18:00 GMT

Security analysts today questioned whether Intel will see many short-term benefits from its deal to buy McAfee for $7.68 billion.

Update: Intel to buy McAfee for $7.68 billion

(Jeremy Kirk) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:45:00 GMT

Intel said today it plans to acquire security vendor McAfee in a cash deal valued at about $7.68 billion and aimed at enhancing the chip maker's mobile strategy.

Intel launches next-generation Atom netbook processor

(Agam Shah) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 05:07:00 GMT

Intel launched its next-generation Atom netbook processor, saying it will bring longer battery life and improved system performance to low-cost laptops.

Gartner: 2009 a dismal year for the worldwide chip industry

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:27:00 GMT

Gartner Inc. is projecting that 2009 semiconductor sales will decline by 11.4%, or $29 billion, compared to last year.

Intel introduces next-generation laptop, desktop chips

(Agam Shah) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Intel on Thursday introduced its next-generation of PC chips that could make laptops and desktops faster and more power efficient.

FAQ: FTC's lawsuit against Intel

(Jared Newman) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:52:00 GMT

The Federal Trade Commission filed an antitrust-related lawsuit against Intel Wednesday, accusing the chip maker of deliberately attempting hurt its competition and ultimately consumers. The landmark lawsuit alleges that Intel has deprived customers of choice by trying to slow down innovation among its rivals, and by keeping computer makers hooked with lucrative incentives for doing little business elsewhere.

FTC's Intel lawsuit could prove a boon for rivals AMD, Nvidia

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:50:00 GMT

Analysts say the Federal Trade Commission's lawsuit against Intel should immediately make it far easier for rivals like AMD and Nvidia to ink new deals with computer makers.

Update: FTC files formal complaint against Intel

(Grant Gross) — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:02:00 GMT

The FTC has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Intel, charging the world's largest computer chip maker with illegally using its dominant market position to stifle competition and strengthen its monopoly for a decade.

Facebook tweaks, Intel chip delay and leak

(Nancy Weil) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 21:38:00 GMT

Facebook's new privacy policy was rolled out this week and although we have known for months that it was coming it grabbed a lot of headline attention just the same. Of course, there were plenty of complaints from users about various aspects of the changes, so Facebook has already made some tweaks. In other news, Intel's Larrabee delay, announced last week, carried over into this week.

Analysts scoff at talk of Intel-Nvidia deal

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:41:00 GMT

While rumors are swirling around the Internet that Intel is looking to buy rival chips maker Nvidia, analysts say it's nothing but talk and bluster.

Intel nurses 'black eye' on Larrabee, as AMD, Nvidia get to work

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:12:00 GMT

While Intel nurses a self-inflicted wound after pulling the plug on its long-anticipated Larrabee graphics chip, analysts said rivals AMD and Nvidia need to make hay with the extra time they've been given.

Intel's upcoming Core i3 chip surfaces on retail site

(Agam Shah) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:51:00 GMT

An online retailer is taking orders for a new Clarkdale processor from Intel, providing early details of its next-generation desktop processor ahead of the product's official launch.

Intel won't give up on Larrabee, analysts say

(Agam Shah) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:49:00 GMT

Although Intel delayed its first stand-alone graphics processor, code-named Larrabee, the company could use elements of the chip's design and architecture in future products, analysts said on Monday.

Intel: Don't expect one gadget to do it all

(Sharon Gaudin) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Intel researchers say an all-in-one device won't do any one task very well, but gadgets will become more personalized.

Early Intel Core i9 Makes Its Way Onto Ebay

(Chris Brandrick) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:18:00 GMT

An early engineering sample of Intel's upcoming Core i9 chip has been spotted on eBay, way ahead of the processors' scheduled 2010 release date.

Intel delays Larrabee graphics processor

(Agam Shah) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:46:00 GMT

Intel is delaying the commercial release of its Larrabee graphics processor, which had been due out next year, and is not providing a new launch date.

Intel unveils energy-efficient 48-core chip

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:46:00 GMT

Intel today unveiled an experimental 48-core chip that will be distributed to about 100 researchers to help develop programming models and software.

AMD CEO sees 'immense' benefit from Intel settlement

(Owen Fletcher) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:17:00 GMT

The recent legal settlement between Intel and Advanced Micro Devices will bring new business to AMD and major benefit for its customers, the chip maker said.

Intel: Don't look for one device to do it all

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Top Intel researchers say development of a single device that performs all personal tasks for business people and consumers is unlikely; instead, users can expect more personalized devices that can tell users what they need and when they need it.

Intel: Chips in brains will control computers by 2020

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:40:00 GMT

Intel Corp. researchers, along with partners from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, are developing technology that can be implanted in peoples brains to operate computers, cell phones and television sets.

Intel shareholder wants execs to pay $2.7B in fines

sgaudin@computerworld.com (Sharon Gaudin) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:45:00 GMT

An Intel investor, frustrated that the chip maker has been hit with $2.7 billion in fines and settlement payments this year, wants to force top company executives to pay the money.

EU Ombudsman faults EC's Intel antitrust ruling

(Paul Meller) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:34:00 GMT

The European Ombudsman accused the European Commission on Thursday of "maladministration" during its antitrust investigation of Intel, which resulted in a hefty fine earlier this year, as well as an order to desist from its anti-competitive practices.

Intel Capital invests $25 million in tech companies

(Sumner Lemon) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:42:00 GMT

Intel Capital, the venture capital arm of the world's largest chip maker, Tuesday detailed seven new investments worth around US$25 million in total, in addition to an investment in U.S. WiMax operator Clearwire.

Antitrust battle will go on despite AMD-Intel settlement

(Sumner Lemon) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:15:00 GMT

The antitrust battle between Intel and Advanced Micro Devices isn't necessarily over, despite a settlement agreement announced by the microprocessor companies.

Obama administration, new legal research could jack up antitrust heat on Intel

eric_lai@computerworld.com (Eric Lai) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:00:00 GMT

A new antitrust climate in Washington under the Obama administration, as well as fresh legal scholarship that overturns the assumptions held by regulatory officials in the past eight years, could increase scrutiny of Intel and other companies with market dominance in their industries.

Novell throws support behind Moblin Linux for Intel Atom netbooks, devices

eric_lai@computerworld.com (Eric Lai) — Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Eschewing its own SUSE Linux, Novell said it will back Intel's Moblin Linux in the fast-growing market for netbooks and smartphones.

Intel accused of breaching European antitrust rules

(Peter Sayer and Paul Meller) — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 04:00:00 GMT

The European Commission accused Intel Corp. of abusing its dominant position in the microprocessor market. Intel disagreed, saying that far from harming competition, its practices have benefited consumers.

Laptop PC sales hit records in June after Santa Rosa lull

(Dan Nystedt) — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Laptop PC shipments by two of the world's largest contract makers surged in June, rebounding from a Santa Rosa lull.

Tech companies set goals for energy efficiency

(Nancy Gohring) — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 04:00:00 GMT

The Climate Savers Computing Initiative aims to improve the efficiency of power sources for computers and servers and encourage end users to take advantage of underused power management techniques.

Asustek, Intel at work on $199 laptop

(Sumner Lemon) — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Intel and Asustek are working on a $199 laptop designed for emerging markets and use in education.

Mobile WiMax gear lifts off

(Stephen Lawson) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Mobile technology is outpacing the licensed wireless broadband market overall, and gear based on the emerging IEEE 802.16e mobile WiMax standard is leading the way, analysts said.

Sony launches its first laptop with a flash drive

(Martyn Williams) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Sony is refreshing its lightweight Vaio Type-G laptop and has begun offering a solid-state flash drive as an option instead of a hard disk drive.

Toshiba's HD-DVD-R laptop goes on sale

(Martyn Williams) — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 05:00:00 GMT

The first laptop computer to feature an HD-DVD-R drive, Toshiba's Qosmio Q30 went on sale in Japan over the weekend.

Tablet PC is designed for medical workers

(Ben Ames) — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Motion Computing and Intel announced a tablet PC that promises to save doctors and nurses from as much as 60 minutes of paperwork per day.

Hacker allegedly breaks high-def disc encryption

lmearian@computerworld.com (Lucas Mearian) — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 05:00:00 GMT

A hacker has reportedly found the keys to the digital rights management of the new high-definition DVD formats, Blu-ray and HD-DVD, enabling users to back up their movies to hard disk drives.

Intel profit falls 39%

(Ben Ames) — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Still reeling from the effects of a corporate reorganization that included heavy layoffs, Intel Corp. reported a profit of $1.5 billion for the fourth quarter, down 39% compared with that period last year.