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NEWS & VIEWS |
Taipei,
Sunday, November 22, 2009
08:30 (GMT+8)
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Commentary: Free-to-air was the theme of mobile TV during Computex Jun 23, 16:46 Looking back at the product offerings at the recently concluded Computex Taipei 2009, you couldn't help notice that companies highlighting mobile DTV solutions based on the DVB standard were focusing on free-to-air solutions (DVB-T) as opposed to solutions targeting the subscription-based DVB-H standard, despite the latter being the technology standard developed specifically for digital mobile DTV. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Procurement match-making meetings to generate US$700 million in business, says TAITRA Jun 9, 15:15 This year TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) arranged more than 2,000 1-on-1 procurement match-making meetings for three days during the recently concluded Computex Taipei 2009 show. These procurement meetings generated on-site business worth a projected US$100 million dollars and create US$700 million in follow-up business, TAITRA stated. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Intellon announces partnership with Cavium Jun 9, 12:46 During the recently completed Computex Taipei 2009, leading powerline networking provider Intellon made announcements extending the industrial temperature range of its newest HomePlugAV-based chipset, and a collaboration with Cavium Networks on Powerline-based HD video distribution in homes. Read more |
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Kingston taps consumer SSD market Jun 8, 16:39 Kingston Technology has announced the release of its SSDNow V series solid state drives (SSDs). Kingston said its new SATA SSD solutions specifically target for mass-market consumers and SMEs (small and medium enterprises). Read more |
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Computex 2009: Visitor numbers up on year Jun 8, 15:25 The hosts of Computex Taipei 2009 have announced that the tradeshow attracted 32,178 global buyers and over 100,000 visitors for the first four days of the show, growing 1% and 5% compared to 2008, respectively, however several exhibitors have noted that their visitors and orders were less than expected. Read more |
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Broadcom Crystal HD solution selected by HP, Acer Jun 8, 11:29 Broadcom has recently introduced a family of netbook products, including Crystal HD solution, which has been selected by Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Acer, and three InConcert modules. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Phoenix demonstrating PC 3.0 products Jun 5, 15:48 Phoenix Technologies is demonstrating its PC 3.0 products including instant-on and off, always connected operating system for netbooks and smartbooks, laptop security products, at Computex Taipei 2009. Read more |
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Computex 2009: DV pico projector coming in 4Q09 Jun 5, 15:27 One of the latest trends in the pico projector industry has been to look for ways to integrate the tiny devices into other multimedia products. This year at Computex Taipei 2009, pico projector players Aiptek International and Life Technologies are both talking about leveraging the popularity of the DV (digital video camcorder) market to expand their business. Read more |
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Computex 2009: MIPS architecture for Android Jun 5, 15:16 MIPS, showcasing its latest products at Computex Taipei 2009, has announced the availability of Android on MIPS architecture and that it will make the MIPS-optimized source code publicly available within 60 days. This move, backed by several ecosystem partners (with more to come), brings Android to the vast MIPS development community across the world, the company said. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Himax LCoS microdisplay solutions showcased in pico projectors Jun 5, 15:03 Himax Technologies has said its patented color-filter LCoS microdisplay technology has been adopted in more handset and pico-projector products. Its exclusive LCoS technology is incorporated in new pico projectors that are being exhibited at the ongoing Computex 2009 show. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Booth tour of IT players Part 2 Jun 5, 14:58 As the tour of Computex 2009 booths continues, read part 1, Getac, the rugged PC brand of Mitac Technology is also showcasing semi-rugged ultra-thin notebooks for the enterprise market, as well as its other fully ruggedized notebooks. Read more |
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Computex 2009: ARC highlighting Sound-to-Silicon solution Jun 5, 14:51 During Computex Taipei 2009, silicon and IP provider ARC is showcasing its latest Sound-to-Silicon solution, which focuses on delivering a rich audio experience with multimedia content for applications such as media phone and mobile digital TV (DTV). Read more |
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Computex 2009: Apacer diversifies product showcase Jun 5, 14:50 Taiwan's Apacer Technology, which specializes in DRAM modules, is exhibiting a lineup of digital peripherals in addition to its complete series of new memory products at Computex Taipei 2009. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Booth tour of IT players Part 1 Jun 5, 14:11 With ultra-thin notebooks and netbooks taking up most of the spotlight at Computex Taipei 2009, several Taiwan IT players have added innovations to their products to show their unique R&D abilities, while some IT players are showcasing their latest ideas on how consumer electronics "make life more simple". Read more |
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Computex 2009: DRAM module maker Team Group switches focus to SSDs Jun 5, 11:51 DRAM module specialist Team Group intends to shift its business focus to SSDs for 2009, the company has said. In addition, the company revealed plans to set up a branch office in Dubai to enhance its presence in the Middle East later in the year. Read more |
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Computex 2009: OCZ aims to bring affordable SSD Jun 5, 11:48 OCZ Technology is exhibiting a lineup of SSDs at the ongoing Computex Taipei 2009 show. The company said it provides competitive price/ performance ratio, with the Vertex series now costing about US$3.42/GB. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Aten focuses on centralized IT infrastructure management solutions Jun 5, 11:41 Aten International, a designer and manufacturer of advanced connectivity solutions, is exhibiting at Computex 2009 (Hall 1, Booth A533, A534, A539 and A540). The KVM specialist is demonstrating solutions that include an LCD KVM switch with touch screen; the new version of its Control Center Over the NET series with enhanced functionalities for consolidating the entire IT infrastructure management; and its freshly unveiled media distribution solution for transmitting multimedia contents. Read more |
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Computex 2009: GlacialTech demonstrating cooling, PSU, LED lighting solutions Jun 5, 11:36 GlacialTech, a provider of cooling, power supply, and PC enclosure solutions for consumer and industrial applications, is showcasing its latest products at Computex 2009 (Nangang Exhibition Hall, I1214, I1216, I1313 and I1315). Read more |
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Computex 2009: Tyco announces new SAW touch technology Jun 5, 11:32 Tyco Electronics is showcasing its new IntelliTouch surface acoustic wave (SAW) touch technology at Computex 2009. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Huawei pushing sales of 3G modules Jun 5, 09:36 China-based Huawei Technologies is exhibiting its 3G modules at the ongoing Computex 2009 with an aim to boost sales in cooperation with Taiwan-based netbook makers. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Inventec Appliances enters netbook segment Jun 5, 09:33 Taiwan-based handset vendor Inventec Appliances has entered the netbook market, positioning itself to compete with its affiliate company Inventec in both the smartphone and netbook segments. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Shuttle seeks new opportunities from all-in-one PCs Jun 4, 16:24 Wandering the halls of Computex 2009 it does not take long to realize that there has been a recent explosion of vendors trying to tap the all-in-one PC market. All the well-known, and some not so familiar, PC and motherboard vendors can be found showcasing their attempts to crack a market that, until recently, has been largely the realm of vendors specializing in niche or boutique segments. Read more |
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Microsoft to use a new term for netbook Jun 4, 16:19 Microsoft plans to redefine mini-notebooks that Intel has categorized as netbooks with a new term – low cost small notebook PC, according to Steven Guggenheimer, corporate vice president, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Division, Microsoft. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Acer unveils ultra-thin business notebook Jun 4, 14:38 Acer has unveiled an ultra-thin business notebook, the TravelMate 8371, at the ongoing Computex 2009. The 13.3-inch TravelMate 8371 is built with an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and supports DDR3 memory, and is expected to be available in July. Read more |
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Computex 2009: TSMC and AMD celebrate ramp of 40nm chips Newswatch - Jun 4, 14:29 John Wei, platform marketing manager at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), on June 3 attended a press event hosted by AMD to co-announce a successful ramp of AMD's new graphics chip, the RV870, on the foundry's 40nm process node. Read more |
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SuperSpeed me: Fresco Logic brings USB 3.0 to Computex 2009 Jun 4, 14:22 USB is ubiquitous in the PC industry and the market will slowly continue to grow as USB becomes a requirement for most consumer electronics (CE) products, but what is really needed to expand the total available market (TAM) is speed. Read more |
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A glimpse into Taiwan IPC industry: Q&A with Lanner Electronics Jun 4, 14:06 During Computex Taipei 2009, Taiwan IPC maker Lanner Electronics (Nangang Exhibition Hall, L808) launched what it claimed was the world's first Intel Atom-based fanless embedded computer with discrete graphics for digital signage. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Genius brings Windows 7 support to peripherals Jun 4, 13:57 Taiwan-based peripheral specialist KYE Systems markets its own product line under the Genius brand, in addition to fulfilling OEM/ODM orders for international vendors. Most of the products marketed on the Genius brand are peripherals and accessories for PC and consumer electronic (CE) devices, and the company also offers full CE systems as well. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Acrosser unveils 3.5-inch SBC with Intel Celeron M and 910GMLE Jun 4, 12:27 Acrosser Technology, an industrial computer designer and manufacturer, has announced the release of its latest additions to the family of 3.5-inch embedded SBC (single board computer) - the AR-B5250, AR-B5250CM6C and AR-B5250CM1GZC. Read more |
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VIA expects to see profits driven by white-box netbooks in 4Q09 Jun 4, 12:19 VIA Technologies expects its white-box netbook alliance to start contributing profits in the fourth quarter of 2009, according to the company. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Tyan Yellow River series target cloud computing Jun 4, 12:13 Tyan has announced its new Yellow River (YR) series products during the Computex Taipei 2009 (Booth M112). Tyan YR features high computing density for both enterprise and IPDC applications. Tyan is also showcasing the latest platforms supporting the new six-core AMD Opteron processors (codename: Istanbul) and the Intel Xeon 5500 processors (codename: Nehalem) at Computex. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Thecus debuts N5500 five-bay NAS device Jun 4, 12:08 Thecus Technology has debuted its five-bay network-attached storage (NAS) device, the N5500, at Computex Taipei 2009, where the company is showcasing its storage solutions. Read more |
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Computex 2009: MemoCom showcasing MCP, SSD products Jun 4, 11:55 MemoCom, a Taiwan-based solution provider and manufacturer of PSRAM and MCP (multi-chip package) devices, is exhibiting at Computex 2009 for the first time, displaying SSD (solid state drive), flash memory cards and USB drives at the show. Read more |
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Computex 2009: DS2 showcases 200Mbps powerline communication chipset Jun 4, 11:50 DS2, a supplier of high-speed powerline communications technology, will launch AITANA++, the third-generation of its 200Mbps powerline communication (PLC) chipset at Computex 2009 (Nangang Hall, M425). Read more |
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Computex 2009: Touch panel makers showcase multi-touch technology Jun 4, 11:16 Touch panel makers, including eTurbo Touch, Mildex Optical, and Integrated Digital Technologies (IDT), are showcasing multi-touch technology supporting Microsoft Windows 7 at the ongoing Computex 2009. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Chi Lin to launch 42-inch display with DuPont optical bonding in 3Q09 Jun 4, 11:13 Chi Lin Technology, a subsidiary of TFT-LCD panel maker Chi Mei Optoelectronics (CMO), is showcasing optical bonding technology it has obtained from DuPont, at the ongoing Computex 2009, with the company saying that it plans to launch a 42-inch product using the technology in the third quarter. Read more |
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Computex 2009: AMD announces two 45nm desktop CPUs Jun 4, 01:00 AMD has announced two new 45nm dual-core desktop CPUs, the Athlon X2 250 and Phenom II X2 550 Black Edition. Read more |
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Computex 2009: SanDisk introducing pSSD for netbooks Jun 3, 16:24 SanDisk is showcasing its next-generation flash memory-based SSD for netbooks, the pSSD P2 and S2 that employ a new technology dubbed nCache for faster performance, at the ongoing Computex 2009 trade show. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Taiwan WiMAX licensees showcase expanded WiMAX applications Newswatch - Jun 3, 14:33 Taiwan-based WiMAX licensees are showcasing an array of WiMAX CPE (customer premise equipment) products at the ongoing Computex 2009, including a WiMAX-enabled robot, the RoLA, displayed by Vmax Telecom, according to a Chinese-language Economic Daily News (EDN) report. Read more |
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Computex promises to deliver on the mobile front Jun 3, 12:30 While Intel appears to be stepping away from the netbook market for the moment, ARM-based competitors are stepping in. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Cybernet next-generation iOne all-in-one LCD PC Jun 3, 12:20 Cybernet Manufacturing and its subsidiary Space Technology have announced the availability of the next-generation all-in-one LCD PCs, the new iOne series. The company will be exhibiting the new iOne series, including one model (A330) featuring the Intel Atom low-power CPU, at its booth in the Nankang Hall (4F, L1113/L1115) during Computex Taipei 2009. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Higgstec claims projected capacitive touch panel transmittance of over 97% Jun 3, 12:10 Taiwan-based Higgstec has developed a single-layer projected capacitive touch (S-PCT) solution which offers proximity sensing and better transmittance than other types of touch panels, according to the company. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Hitachi subsidiaries jointly exhibit Jun 3, 12:06 Now approaching the centenary of its founding, the Hitachi Group has long been known for using advanced technology to provide enterprises throughout the world with complete high-performance solutions. This year, the Hitachi Group is making a special effort by bringing together eight of its IT-related subsidiaries to set up a joint display for Computex Taipei. Read more |
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Computex 2009: A-Data launches ultra high-speed SSD and CF cards Jun 3, 11:58 A-Data Technology is exhibiting a host of products at Computex Taipei 2009, including high-performance memory modules, high speed CompactFlash (CF) cards, solid-state drive (SSD) products, portable hard disk drives, and USB flash drives. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Transcend debuts strategic products and SATA SSDs Jun 3, 10:56 Transcend Information has debuted its brand-new PF730 digital photo frame and two digital music players, along with a new line of 2.5-inch SATA SSDs equipped with 64MB DRAM buffer. Transcend intends to show its dedication to being a specialist in the consumer electronics industry, while continuing to strengthen its core memory business, according to the company. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Nvidia and partners unveil Tegra-based products Jun 3, 10:54 Nvidia and industry partners have unveiled 12 new high-definition mobile Internet devices (MIDs) all powered by Nvidia's Tegra processor. These new Tegra-based devices, which include netbooks and tablets, deliver desktop-class Internet browsing with Flash video and animation acceleration, and up to 1080p video playback, highlighted Nvidia. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Samsung eyeing 400% growth in commercial display shipments, says president of Taiwan division Jun 3, 10:49 Samsung Electronics estimates that its worldwide commercial display shipments will grow 400% to 500,000 units in 2009 from 100,000 units in 2008, according to Smile Kim, president of Samsung Electronics Taiwan. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Intel sales chief outlines industry growth opportunities Jun 2, 17:12 Intel executive Sean Maloney today (June 2) said his company's relentless commitment to innovation will help drive tremendous future growth throughout the computing and communications industries, particularly in mobile and wireless. Read more |
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Computex 2009: Nvidia announces Ion platform partners Jun 2, 17:10 Nvidia has announced broad adoption of its Ion graphics processor at the Computex trade show. The new products – introduced at an Nvidia press conference in Taipei and on display at the show – include small desktop PCs, thin and light notebooks, all-in-one PCs, and low-power motherboard solutions which all deliver a full PC experience in a small, low-power system, said Nvidia. Read more |
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Computex 2009: AMD announces six-core Istanbul server processor Jun 2, 17:06 AMD has announced availability of its first six-core Opteron server processor (Istanbul) with Direct Connect Architecture for two-, four- and eight-socket servers. Read more |
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