OCZ Technology Group recently released PC2-6400 2GB SODIMM modules, a high-speed addition to their line of premium laptop upgrade memory. These performance memory modules are built to handle the powerful processors and other high-end components Continue reading “OCZ Offers DDR2 Enthusiast Notebook SODIMMs”.…more
With Intel’s 1333MHz FSB (front side bus) patent license renewal still not yet settled, VIA Technologies has been rumored to be planning to quit the chipset business. However, according to PC makers with close ties Continue reading “VIA reportedly to focus on own-brand chipsets”.…more
Microsoft Corp. said Thursday said it would take a more than $1 billion charge to fix “an unacceptable number of repairs” to its Xbox 360 video game consoles and had missed shipment targets for the Continue reading “Xbox repairs cost Microsoft $1B”.…more
Transmeta Corporation and AMD today announced that AMD has invested $7.5 million in Transmeta in exchange for Transmeta preferred stock. “We are very pleased that AMD has made a strategic investment in the future of Continue reading “AMD Makes Strategic Investment in Transmeta”.…more
Dell Inc., the world’s second-largest computer maker, said on Thursday it will soon start selling its laptops and desktops at Asian retail chains and stores. The company broke from its 23-year-old practice of direct sales Continue reading “Dell to sell PCs at Asian retail chains”.…more
In June, some 40 percent of malicious software worldwide originated from Beijing, nearly doubling from 21 percent in May, said Simon Heron, managing director for security vendor Network Box. Spam from Beijing, however, dropped from Continue reading “Beijing ranked number one for producing malware”.…more
Prices for PC-use panels are estimated to rise US$2-5 in July, according to industry sources. Panel makers are requesting a quote increase of US$3-5 for their 17- and 19-inch monitor panels, the sources said. Demand Continue reading “PC panel prices to rise in July”.…more
Dell has never been keen on mergers and acquisitions. But as the company strives to climb out of its doldrums, a shopping spree might be just the thing says the folks over at The Street. Continue reading “Dell Must Get In Takeover Mode”.…more