NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled the upcoming CUDA-X AI processor, which combines ARM’s BlackHawk core and Blackwell GPU. The new processor is rumored to be a part of ARM’s next-generation high-performance core for flagship smartphones, set to be released later this year. The upcoming Cortex-X core, expected to be named Cortex-X5, is said to … Read more
Amazon Braket has announced the general availability of the IQM quantum computers’ Garnet processor, a 20-qubit quantum processing unit based on superconducting technology. This expansion allows customers to experiment with quantum algorithms and explore applications of quantum computing, particularly in domains like finance, energy, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. The Garnet processor has achieved high levels of … Read more
TerraMaster has recently launched the F2-424, a 2-bay NAS device that boasts significant improvements over its predecessor, the F2-423. The F2-424 is powered by the Intel N95 processor, featuring four cores and four threads, as well as DDR5 memory, resulting in enhanced performance across various metrics. Users can utilize 2.5- and 3.5-inch SATA HDDs or … Read more
Google recently unveiled a new data center CPU, adding to its custom silicon offerings like the Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). TechInsights research suggests that Google is now the third-largest designer of data center processors, behind Nvidia and Intel, based on shipments of custom silicon reaching 2 million last year for internal use. TechInsights’ report highlights … Read more
Microsoft announced in November 2023 that they were developing Arm-based processors, including the Azure Cobalt designed for general cloud computing tasks. As part of Construction 2024, Microsoft has now made the Azure Cobalt 100 processor available for preview in new Azure virtual machines. According to a blog post by Microsoft, the Azure Cobalt 100 virtual … Read more
Sustainability is a crucial aspect in the development, manufacturing, and use of processors, reflecting a growing concern for the environmental impact of technology. Jean-Laurent Philippe, the chief technology officer for EMEA at Intel Corp, highlighted the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability, dating back to their first sustainability report in 1994. During a discussion with industry … Read more
The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 has been launched with a starting price of $999 and is the first Windows tablet from Microsoft to feature an OLED display and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X chips. These new additions promise significant performance improvements over previous models like the Surface Pro 9. The Surface Pro 11 is equipped with AI … Read more
Intel unveiled their latest processor, Lunar Lake, on May 20, 2024. This next-generation processor boasts an integrated CPU, GPU, and NPU, providing a significant boost in AI processing power compared to the Snapdragon X Elite. Intel’s Lunar Lake processors are expected to hit the market in the third quarter of 2024. Lunar Lake is equipped … Read more
Microsoft recently announced its new Surface Copilot Plus PCs powered by Qualcomm, featuring new hardware and AI capabilities. The new devices, including the Surface Pro 11th edition and Surface Laptop 7th edition, are the first models in a new category called Copilot plus PC. These devices run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon and Arm 64 architecture, a … Read more