Intel plans processor launch fest Tom Foremski Intel is planning to introduce as many as 13 new microprocessors plus a new chip set over the coming two months as it targets specific computer industry sectors. The company is will introduce new chips in its desktop, mobile, workstation and server lines which will result in a plethora of new models from ...

New chip from S3 as it regains momentum Tom Foremski US graphics chip company S3 has introduced a new graphics chip with improved performance as it continues on its come back trail in a bid to regain the top spot in the market. The Savage2000 graphics accelerator offers improved 3D processing, digital video playback and TV-out support for home users. ...

AMD pins hopes on Athlon processor Tom Foremski Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is pinning its future hopes on its Athlon microprocessor but is covering its bets with a new K6-2 microprocessor running at 500MHz. The chip is designed to match Intel’s Celeron, which was recently introduced in a 500 MHz version. AMD said that IBM would use the new chip ...

Toshiba looks to sell fab stake Tom Foremski Toshiba and Motorola are in discussions on the future of their joint fab venture in Japan and Motorola may buy out Toshiba. The facility employs about 1400 workers. Motorola is reported to be considering using the fab as a main production centre for it Japan and Asian markets. Toshiba is interested in ...

Avnet closer to SEI Macro acquisition after Sonepar deal Alex Mayhew-Smith Avnet has moved a step closer to acquiring distributor SEI Macro in the UK after the firm purchased the electronics components distribution business of Sonepar, which operates as SEI throughout mainland Europe. “We are still in discussion over SEI Macro so it is too early to talk about rationalisation. ...

CBI optimistic about manufacturing Alex Mayhew-Smith Manufacturing is struggling its way out of recession, according to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). Manufacturers are expecting their best output figures for nearly two years, said the CBI. However, orders remain weak with 39 per cent of firms saying order books were below normal, although that figure has improved over the past ...

Witches put spell on mobile mast Richard Ball A pagan ritual has been carried out by a witch attempting to stop Vodafone putting up a mobile phone mast. Kevin Carlyon, self-proclaimed King of the White Witches, performed the full moon ceremony invoking the spirits of earth, air, fire and water. Carlyon, quite well known within witching circles as a bit ...

Tyco International to cut 2200 jobs Tom Foremski Tyco International will cut 2200 jobs from its AMP and Raychem subsidiaries as it consolidates its acquisitions. Most of the jobs are outside of the US and are concentrated in administrative positions. Tyco acquired AMP last November and just recently completed the acquisition of Raychem. “While we regret the necessity to eliminate ...

Cisco Systems moves into optical networks Tom Foremski Leading network equipment company Cisco Systems is moving into optical networks and has acquired two US network startup companies Cerent and Monterey Networks. The acquisitions launch a new business for Cisco in optical networks, a market it expects to be valued at $10bn in 2002. Cisco will pay about $6.9bn in stock ...

Resolving standards for server technologies is key for Intel Tom Foremski Intel CEO Craig Barrett says that the resolution of a battle over standards for future server technologies is a key goal for the company, raising prospects for a compromise between two warring camps. Barrett was speaking at a computer conference organised by Dell Computer. He said that Intel and ...