Intel recently revealed its most recent technological feat, the Rosepoint processor, which integrates Wi-Fi baseband and RF silicon into a dual-core Atom chip. By integrating more functions into the CPU, Intel will create better power efficiencies and make devices easier to design by cutting out the work of integrating two chips instead of just one. And while this processor is just a prototype at this point, it does paint an interesting picture of an upcoming clash between Qualcomm and Intel which may rival or exceed that of AMD vs. Intel. Continue Reading
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Amazon May Bring Physical Retail Stores to the Masses
Rumors abound this week that Amazon is going to trial a physical retail store in its home base of Seattle, WA. The online retail giant will reportedly stock the shelves with its successful Kindle lineup. This, of course, includes the Kindle Fire tablet, which has emerged as a viable alternative to the Apple iPad. If the rumors are true, Amazon is likely responding to the success Apple has realized over the years with its dynamic retail stores, which allow potential customers to experience the latest Apple products before purchasing them. Continue Reading
NBC Sports to Stream the Super Bowl Live to Internet, Connected TVs, and Verizon Mobile Users
For the first time in its history, the National Football League has authorized the Super Bowl to be streamed “live” over the internet. Anyone with a connected TV, a laptop, or tablet will be able to “tune in” to the game over their internet connection. Individuals will even be able to pause and rewind the game, so people who don’t yet have a personal video recorder will get a chance to see what that’s all about. Continue Reading
For US Wireless Customers, the iPhone Trumps LTE
Verizon and AT&T—the dominant wireless carriers in the US—both reported strong Q4’11 results. AT&T added 2.5 million customers, with over a million being modem/mobile hotspot subscribers, and over 700 thousand prepaid mobile phone subscribers. Continue Reading
Let There Be Wi-Fi…I Mean Light!
Wi-Fi is extending its footprint into new applications and devices at a brisk pace. NetLED, a company based in Japan, recently announced a new system to control lighting through a Wi-Fi-enabled LED light tube. The system allows the user to program dimming, monitor power usage on a per-tube basis, and set programs for the lights to power on and off at different times of day. Continue Reading
