Laptop Design Unconventional Cover

Ziba hopes to see the computer sold with a special protective folio that, at first glance, looks like a fashionable cover for a personal diary. The folio, which clings to the laptop with embedded magnets, is equipped with contacts that connect the laptop to an external digital screen. That display can be used to read e-mail or display a screensaver or photo (the sort of personalization popular with cell phones). The folio, which plugs into an electric outlet, can also double as a wireless charger for the laptop and other devices.

Laptop Design On the Edge

Unlike most notebooks, this laptop's screen isn't encased, photo-frame-like, in a plastic rim. Instead, the glass extends to the very edges, mimicking a look found in high-end flat-panel TVs. The screen contains light sensors, which adjust brightness automatically. It also features a built-in video camera.

Intel's Think Thin Laptop

Behold the Razr of laptops. The thinnest notebook computer ever, this new machine created by Ziba Design and Intel, packs enough futuristic features to make a geek's head spin. On the outside, from its no-rim screen to its groovy keyboard, the notebook is gloriously smooth and streamlined. A special accessory-a leather-like folder that wraps around the laptop and attaches with magnets-serves as a wireless charger and an external screen that lets users check e-mail without opening the computer. Add a strap, and the whole thing turns into a bag that can be adorned with a favorite picture on the screen.Inside, meanwhile, there's built-in wireless compatibility with WiMax, a speedier, longer-range cousin of Wi-Fi that's just starting to reach the market.

Intel® Xeon® Processors LV and ULV

The Intel® Xeon® processor LV and Intel® Xeon® processor ULV are members of Intel’s growing product line of multi-core processors. Each dual-core processor combines the benefits of two high-performance execution cores with intelligent power management features to deliver significantly greater performance-per-watt over previous single-core Intel Xeon processor-based platforms. The dual-core/dual-processor capabilities are ideal for a wide range of low-power communications and embedded applications.

Pentium® Processors with MMX Technology

From point-of-sale (POS) terminals and retail kiosks to advanced networking equipment, Pentium® processors with MMX™ technology enable developers of embedded systems to step up to new levels of performance. To make these designs even easier and more flexible, Intel is making the performance advantages of MMX technology available at a choice of integration levels.
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The upgrade path for embedded Intel® architecture includes longer life cycle support for the 200 MHz and 233 MHz Pentium processors with MMX technology.
Intel offers 166 MHz and 266 MHz Low-power Pentium processors with MMX technology. Both are available in thin HL-PBGA packaging, as well as PPGA packaging. The 166 MHz Pentium processor is also available in extended temperature range -40ºC to +115ºC.
Also, the Intel 430TX PCIset now supports synchronous DRAM [SDRAM] in embedded applications.

Intel® Celeron® Processor 440

The Intel® Celeron® processor 440Δ balances proven technology with exceptional value for embedded computing designs such as print imaging, gaming, interactive clients, and industrial automation. Featuring Intel® Intelligent Power Capability, it supports smaller, quieter, more energy-efficient embedded systems with improved performance over previous Intel Celeron processors.
Manufactured on 65nm process technology, the Intel Celeron processor 440Δ at 2.0 GHz offers 512 KB of L2 cache with a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 watts. Based on a new energy-efficient microarchitecture, this Celeron processor enables smaller and quieter embedded designs. It features Execute Disable Bit° (for built-in security support) as well as Intel® 64 architectureΦ (Intel® 64), enabling applications to access larger amounts of memory when used with appropriate 64-bit supporting hardware and software.
The Intel Celeron processor 440Δ is available in an LGA-775 package with integrated heat spreader. When combined with the Intel® Q45 Express Chipset, Intel® Q35 Express Chipset, Intel® Q965 Express Chipset or Intel® 3210 Chipset, the platform provides exceptional value with mid-range performance and reduced power.

Intel® PRO/100 M Desktop Adapter

Fast, managed 10/100 connections
Lower support costs through advanced management capabilities.Simplified installation and maintenance with Intel® SingleDriver™ technology.Improved network response time through industry-leading performance.

Intel® Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter

For PCs with PCI Express (PCIe*) slots, the Intel® Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter offers the newest technology for maximizing system performance and increasing end-user productivity. Specifically, the Intel Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter uses auto-negotiation to ensure the adapter runs at the highest available network speed (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps), and it maintains full bandwidth capacity with the dedicated bandwidth of a PCI Express input/output (I/O) bus to provide connectivity you can count on. Based on the low-power Intel® 82574L Gigabit Ethernet Controller, this desktop adapter offers optimal performance in a low-cost, low-power, compact profile. Teaming support and an array of other advanced features enable customers to utilize this adapter as an entry-level server adapter as well.

Intel® Q35 and Q33 Express Chipsets

The Intel® Q35 and Q33 Express Chipsets continue the Intel chipset legacy and extend it to new levels with purpose-built capabilities designed for small and medium businesses.The Intel Q35 and Q33 Express Chipsets will deliver support for Intel's upcoming 45nm processors. Intel is also bringing higher performance in combination with greater energy efficiency and supplying critical building blocks for continued Energy Star* support. The Intel Q35 Express Chipset is continuously advancing capabilities of the Intel® Core™2 processor with vPro™ technology by providing leading security and manageability.Desktop PC platforms based on the Intel Q35 and Q33 Express Chipsets, combined with either the Intel Core 2 Duo or Intel Core 2 Quad processor, and with support for next-generation 45nm Intel® Core™2 processor family, deliver innovative capabilities and usages for digital home consumers and new levels of 3D and media performance while enabling lower power and quieter systems.

Intel® Q45 Express Chipset

The Intel® Q45 Express Chipset, when combined with the Intel® Core™2 processor family, delivers innovative capabilities and energy-efficient performance for business platforms. Delivering industry-leading advancements in both security and manageability, this chipset is designed to support Intel® Core™2 processor with vPro™ technology. The new technologies featured in the Intel Q45 Express chipset are an Intel® Trusted Platform Module (Intel® TPM) and enhancements to Intel® Active Management Technology release 5.0 which include: Remote Alerts, secured access in Microsoft* NAP* environments, Access Monitor, Fast Call for Help, and Remote Scheduled Maintenance.

Intel® X48 Express Chipset

Desktop PC platforms based on the Intel® X48 Express Chipset, combined with either the Intel® Core™2 Duo, Intel® Core™2 Quad or Intel® Core™2 Extreme processors establish a new standard for performance. Designed to push the limits, the Intel® X48 Express Chipset supports the new Intel® QX9770 Core™2 Extreme processor with 1600 FSB, dual-channel XMP 1600 MHz DDR3 memory, next generation dual X16 PCI Express 2.0 and Intel® Extreme Tuning to extract the maximum platform performance.With the growing imbalance between CPU and memory performance, it is critical to optimize the memory controller design to obtain the maximum possible performance from the memory subsystem. The redesigned Intel X48 Express Chipset Memory Controller Hub (MCH) architecture significantly increases overall system performance through the optimization of available bandwidth with the new 1600 MHz system bus and reduction of memory access latency with Intel® Fast Memory Access. These technology breakthroughs result in optimized system architecture with built-in intelligence, greatly improving system memory performance. The updated MCH also includes support for Intel 45nm next-generation Intel Core 2 processor family and wider internal data buses that support dual-channel DDR3 memory technology at 1600 MHz.

Intel® X58 Express Chipset

Desktop PC platforms based on the Intel® X58 Express Chipset, combined with the Intel® Core™ i7 processor family, drive breakthrough performance and state-of-the-art technology to performance and mainstream platforms.
The Intel X58 Express Chipset supports the latest 45nm Intel Core i7 processor family at 6.4 GT/s and 4.8 GT/s speeds via the Intel® QuickPath Interconnect (Intel® QPI). Additionally, this chipset delivers dual x16 or quad x8 PCI Express* 2.0 graphics card support, and support for Intel® High Performance Solid State Drives on ICH10 and ICH10R consumer SKUs.

Intel® Desktop Board D201GLY2

The Intel® Desktop Board D201GLY2 / D201GLY2A is an innovative solution for the sub-value market segment. With an Intel® Celeron® processor and graphics integrated on the board, this board enables easy system integration and helps you to achieve a lower system cost. This board has 10/100 LAN, support up to six Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports and 2 SATA (1.5 GB/s), providing both connectivity and ease of use for your computing needs such as email and Internet access, instant messaging and Voice Over IP (VoIP).The Intel Desktop Board D201GLY2 is built using mini-ITX form factor providing lower power consumption and passive thermal solution.With similar feature set, D201GLY2A is built with active thermal solution (with an optimally positioned fan).

Intel® Desktop Board DQ965CO

The Intel® Desktop Board DQ965CO Executive Series in the microBTX form factor delivers valuable new capabilities for large and small businesses. With support for dual-core processors and Intel® Core™2 processor with vPro™ technology, this desktop board merges the energy-efficient power of the Intel® Core™2 Duo processor with enhanced manageability, data protection and security capabilities.The Intel® Desktop Board DQ965CO is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium Ready. The Intel® Q965 Express Chipset fully supports the visually stunning Windows Aero* user interface with amazing transition effects and realistic animations.

Intel® Desktop Board DQ965GF

The Intel® Desktop Board DQ965GF Executive Series in the microATX form factor delivers valuable new capabilities for large and small businesses. With support for dual-core processors and Intel® Core™2 processor with vPro™ technology, this desktop board merges the energy-efficient power of the Intel® Core™2 Duo processor with enhanced manageability, data protection and security capabilities.
The Intel® Desktop Board DQ965GF is Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium* ready. The Intel® Q965 Express Chipset fully supports the visually stunning Microsoft Windows Aero* user interface with amazing transition effects and realistic animations.

Intel® Desktop Board DG965WH

The Intel® Desktop Board DG965WH is based on the Intel® G965 Express Chipset that supports 1066-MHz system bus, Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 (Intel® GMA X3000) with Intel® Clear Video Technology, dual-channel DDR2 800 MHz SDRAM and discrete PCI Express* x16 graphics in the ATX form factor. Premium features such as support for Intel® Core™2 processor with Viiv™ technologyΔ, Intel® High Definition Audio (enabling 7.1 surround sound), Dolby* Home Theater* certification, Intel® PRO 10/100/1000 Network Connection and 1394a deliver stability and new features for consumers to enjoy a great digital entertainment experience. This Intel Desktop Board comes with the software required to meet Intel® Core™2 processor with Viiv™ technology brand verification requirements, which simplifies the task of building a PC based on Intel® Core™2 processor with Viiv™ technology.The Intel® Desktop Board DG965WH is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium Ready. The Intel® G965 Express Chipset fully supports the visually stunning Windows Aero* user interface with amazing transition effects and realistic animations.

Intel® Desktop Board DG33TL

The Intel® Desktop Board DG33TL Media Series in the uATX form factor delivers improved performance and capabilities for multimedia creation and enjoyment. With support for Intel® processors and Intel® Viiv™ processor technologyΔ, this desktop board merges the energy-efficient power of the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor with enhanced expandability, graphics, and consumer electronics integration. The Intel Desktop Board DG33TL is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium Ready. The Intel® 3 Series Chipset fully supports the visually stunning Windows Aero* user interface with amazing transition effects and realistic animations.

Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC

Built in the mini-ITX form factor, Intel® Desktop Board DG45FC is a small but powerful desktop board with integrated HDMI display output and hardware accelerated decode during high-definition playback. With support of Intel® Core™2 Duo processors and up to 1333 FSB, you can expect a lot from this tiny desktop board!
Intel Desktop Board DG45FC supports Dolby Home Theater* and is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium WHQL certified.

Intel® Desktop Board D975XBX2

If you've got the POWER…the SPEED…the PERFORMANCE on your team, then you've got the WINNING EDGE.With the Intel® Desktop Board D975XBX2, supporting the Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme processor, your desktop PC will become the ultimate weapon. You will scream through the latest games, level after level.Add the world's best gaming processor and the D975XBX2 to your game strategy - a combination so BAD that it's GOOD.The Intel® Desktop Board D975XBX2 is Microsoft Windows Vista* Premium Ready. The Intel® 975X Express Chipset fully supports the visually stunning Windows Aero* user interface with amazing transition effects and realistic animations.

Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO

The Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO is designed to unleash the power of the all new Intel® Core™ i7 processors with support for up to eight threads of raw CPU processing power, triple channel DDR3 memory and full support for ATI CrossfireX* technology. Today’s PC games like Far Cry 2* and Call of Duty: World at War* need a computing platform that delivers maximum multi-threaded CPU support and eye-popping graphics support.

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Intel® Server System SR9000MK4U

Outstanding performance and reliability for enterprise level applications.Today's business-critical servers require powerful, dependable computing with uncompromised data integrity. The Intel® Server System SR9000MK4U with Dual-Core Intel® Itanium® 2 9000 series processors delivers exciting new levels of reliability, performance, and cost-effective scalability for your most data-intensive business and technical applications.

Intel® Server Systems SR4850HW4 and SR6850HW4

Rock solid performance gains for the enterprise.To maintain a competitive advantage, businesses of all sizes need an ongoing commitment to boosting productivity, managing a rapidly growing volume of data and enhancing system flexibility. They require server systems that support expanded uptime, faster data access and more storage, as well as a system provider that offers a breadth of complementary products and support. Intel delivers this and more with its ninth generation, multiprocessor server systems to support the new multi-core Intel® Xeon® processor 7100 series: the Intel® Server Systems SR4850HW4x and SR6850HW4x make the ideal foundation for a reliable, high-performance enterprise system.The Intel® Server System SR4850HW4x and SR6850HW4x support up to 64MB of L3 processor cache, both 64-bit and 32-bit applications with Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology (HT Technology) and Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology (Intel® EM64T). This delivers outstanding performance, headroom and versatility for enterprise-level server solutions

Intel® Server Systems SR2520SAF, SR2520SAS and SR2520SASX

A family of rack-optimized server systems delivering highly integrated solutions for cost sensitive customersThe Intel® Server Systems SR2520SAF, SR2520SAS, and SR2520SASX represent the latest generation of enterprise-level, rack-optimized system solutions from Intel. Providing higher flexibility in data storage and security, these scalable, affordable systems are ideal for growing companies running high transaction database applications.Compatible with the latest multi-core Intel® Xeon® processors with a 667MHz, 1066MHz, or 1333MHz front side bus, this family of systems supports five low profile I/O slots. Designed for a variety of configurations in space-constrained environments, customers can choose the memory and storage solution that meets their needs best. The 2U fixed systems are designed for organizations running front-end Internet, Web-hosting, and HPC applications. The 2U hot-swap systems handle more demanding departmental database, datacenter and other high-transaction applications.

Intel® Server Systems SR1560SF and SR1560SFHS

Rack-Optimized, Highly Integrated Server Systems Designed for High Performance Computing and High-Density Data CentersThe Intel® Server Systems SR1560SF and SR1560SFHS represent Intel's latest generation of rack-optimized server solutions. These systems deliver a large memory footprint, fast system bus, and high I/O bandwidth-critical features for High Performance Computing (HPC) applications as well as data centers and general purpose enterprise-class computing needs.Both solutions are designed for space-constrained environments:Intel Server System SR1560SF—1U fixed drive system supports two 3.5" SATA drives in quick release drive carriers.Intel Server System SR1560SFHS—1U hot swap drive system supports three 3.5" SATA drives with the optional passive backplane or three 3.5" SAS/SATA drives with the optional active backplane.

Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL, and SR2500AL

A family of rack-optimized highly integrated server systems designed for flexible, high-density server solutions
Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL, and SR2500AL are intended to provide different levels of power and cooling redundancy and flexible storage solutions including 2.5"/3.5" SATA or SAS drives, as well as support for both tape drives and optical drives. These systems designed for space-constrained environments are optimized in either a 1U, 1U with redundant power or a 2U form-factor. The 1U systems (Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL) are designed for organizations running front-end Internet, Web-hosting and HPC applications. The 2U system (Intel® Server System SR2500AL) can handle more demanding departmental database, datacenter and other high-transaction applications.

Intel® Server Systems SR1530SH and SR1530HSH

A family of rack-optimized server systems delivering highly integrated solutions for cost-sensitive customers.The Intel® Server Systems SR1530SH and SR1530HSH represent the latest generation of rack-optimized system solutions from Intel. Providing higher flexibility in data storage and security, these scalable, affordable systems benefit growing companies running Web hosting, HPC applications, and other high-transactional computing solutions.The new value rack-optimized 1U systems are optimized in either a 1U with fixed drives or a 1U with hot-swap drives support.Intel® Server System SR1530SH supports up to two fixed 3.5" SATA drives.Intel® Server System SR1530HSH supports up to three hot-swap 3.5" SATA drives.

Intel® Server Systems SR1530CL, SR1530HCL and SR1530HCLS

These rack-optimized 1U systems from Intel provide the feature sets needed for Web hosting, HPC applications and other high-transactional applications. Designed for entry level system infrastructures, the Intel® Server System SR1530CL family provides flexible storage solution support with up to three 3.5" SATA or SAS drives, as well as both tape and optical drives. Taking advantage of this unique shorter chassis length, it is a perfect fit for space constrained environments such as Web farms, clusters and appliance designs.

Intel® Server System SR1520ML

For applications requiring high compute density, exceptional performance-per-watt, and reduced footprint
The Intel® Server System SR1520ML is purpose-built for high performance and high density computing. The small form factor enables high compute density and the uniprocessor architecture delivers outstanding performance per Watt. The SR1520ML is a true server class product with support for IPMI 2.0, SATA 3.0 Gbps, SW RAID, and a complete line of server class operating systems, adapters, and peripherals.

Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL, and SR2500AL

A family of rack-optimized highly integrated server systems designed for flexible, high-density server solutions
Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL, and SR2500AL are intended to provide different levels of power and cooling redundancy and flexible storage solutions including 2.5"/3.5" SATA or SAS drives, as well as support for both tape drives and optical drives. These systems designed for space-constrained environments are optimized in either a 1U, 1U with redundant power or a 2U form-factor. The 1U systems (Intel® Server Systems SR1500AL, SR1550AL) are designed for organizations running front-end Internet, Web-hosting and HPC applications. The 2U system (Intel® Server System SR2500AL) can handle more demanding departmental database, datacenter and other high-transaction applications.

Intel® Server System SC5400RA

High performance server board for maximum reliability and manageability
With support for Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5000 Sequence and 64GB of memory, the Intel® Server System SC5400RA provides high-performance while enabling future expansion. With the addition of Intel Intelligent RAID controllers, optional support for six hot-plug SAS or SATA drives and redundant power supplies, the Intel Server System SC5400RA delivers reliability, data protection and advanced remote management.

Intel® 4-Processor Server System S7000FC4UR

Consolidate and reduce costs with the ideal choice for your data-intensive computing needs. Revolutionize your data center with the scalable, future-ready Intel® 4-processor server system S7000FC4UR.
Businesses of all sizes can maintain a competitive advantage through an ongoing commitment to increase IT productivity, flexibility, and systems manageability. Intel® Server System S7000FC4UR supports the Intel® Xeon® processor 7400 series with four multi-core processors to deliver leading scalable performance within each server system. For virtualization, the Intel Server System S7000FC4UR offers expansive processor, memory, I/O capacity, and bandwidth. By combining these benefits with proven enterprise-class dependability for consolidation, the Intel Server System S7000FC4UR becomes the best choice for your data-intensive computing needs.

Intel® 5000P Chipset

Intel's new server chipsets for the Intel® Xeon® processor 5000 series enable Intel® dual-processor (DP) balanced server platforms that are efficient, dependable, and responsive.
Intel® dual-core processor-based platforms help businesses better utilize assets with effective virtualization and increase density in their data centers through optimized power and thermal features.
With the Intel® 5000P or Intel® 5000V chipset and Intel® Xeon® processor 5000 series, system designers can offer new platforms that help IT services move ahead with increased productivity, higher throughput, and faster time-to-solution.
The Intel® 5000P chipset, the next generation Intel® dual-processor (DP) server chipset technology, offers increased graphics performance, reduced power consumption, and improved platform reliability and system manageability.

Intel® 3000 and 3010 Chipsets

The Intel® 3000 and 3010 Chipsets are designed for use with Intel® Xeon® 3000 Sequence, Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 600 Sequence, Intel® Pentium® D processor 800 Sequence and 900 Sequence, and Intel® Celeron® D, in the LGA775 package in entry-level UP server platforms. The chipset contains two components: Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and Intel® I/O Controller Hub 7 (ICH7). The MCH provides the interface to the processor, main memory, PCI Express*, and the ICH7. The ICH7 is the seventh generation I/O Controller Hub and provides a multitude of I/O related functions.Intel® 3000 Chipset supports one PCI Express x8 port. Intel® 3010 Chipset supports two PCI Express x8 ports or one PCI Express x16 port.

Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor

With Intel Core 2 Duo desktop processor, you'll experience revolutionary performance, unbelievable system responsiveness, and energy-efficiency second to none.
Big, big performance. More energy efficient.¹ Now available in smaller packages. The Intel Core 2 Duo processor-based desktop PC was designed from the ground up for energy efficiency, letting you enjoy higher performing, ultra-quiet, sleek, and low power desktop PC designs.
Multitask with reckless abandon. Do more at the same time, like playing your favorite music, running virus scan in the background, and all while you edit video or pictures. The powerful Intel Core 2 Duo desktop processor provides you with the speed you need to perform any and all tasks imaginable.
Love your PC again. Don’t settle for anything less than the very best. Find your perfect desktop powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo processor and get the best processing technology money can buy. Only from Intel.

Intel® Core™2 Extreme quad-core processor

When more is better—with four processing cores the Intel Core 2 Extreme processor delivers unrivaled¹ performance for the latest, greatest generation of multi-threaded games and multimedia apps.Now with a new version based on Intel's cutting edge 45nm technology utilizing hafnium-infused circuitry to deliver even greater performance and power efficiency. The Intel® Core™2 Extreme processor QX9770 running at 3.2 GHz delivers the best possible experience for today's most demanding users.

Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition

Conquer the world of extreme gaming with the fastest performing processor on the planet: the Intel® Core™ i7 processor Extreme Edition.¹ With faster, intelligent multi-core technology that accelerates performance to match your workload, it delivers an incredible breakthrough in gaming performance.
But performance doesn't stop at gaming. You'll multitask 25 percent faster and unleash incredible digital media creation with up to 79 percent faster video encoding and up to 46 percent faster image rendering, plus incredible performance for photo retouching and editing.¹
In fact, you'll experience maximum performance for whatever you do, thanks to the combination of Intel® Turbo Boost technology² and Intel® Hyper-Threading technology (Intel® HT technology)³, which activates full processing power exactly where and when you need it most.

Dual Core Computing: Part 1

Computing pioneers have seen the need for multi-core processors ever since the advent of multitasking...

Computing pioneers have seen the need for multi-core processors ever since the advent of multitasking, but due to the lethargy of chip makers, and their flawed strategy of making faster, yet singular architecture based CPUs, the true multitasking revolution has been held back far too long. But then, better late than never - even though the reasons for going multi-core now may be a lot different from those in the early days.

Intel E7200

When Intel first released its flagship processor (QX9650) back in November 2007, we witnessed the first entry into the 45nm domain. This brought a host of features and improvements to an already popular Core 2 Micro architecture. Looking at the current market we have Intel's dual cores E8xxx series, which are being sold in the range of 8K and 10K. While these are very popular and give excellent value, they are still priced on the higher side. While we still have the E4xxx series for the budget conscious user, if you wanted to get into the 45nm arena, you had to start-off with one of the E8xxx processors.
Intel noticed this gap and decided to release a group called the E7xxx line of processors that would cater to users on a budget. Of course some features would have to be cut down due to the positioning in Intel's lineup but still we would get a 45nm processor with all the benefits. The new 45nm line of processors is codenamed 'Penryn' with dual cores codenamed 'Wolfdale' and the new quadcores named 'YorkField'. Before we get into testing it here's a little overview of the technology that goes into making it.

Intel Pineview Due in Second Half of 2009

Intel's Atom Pineview CPUs based on Lincroft architecture will be targeted at netbooks and nettops

As reported last month, Intel announced that it is prepping the Intel Atom successor, which would be the 32nm fabrication process built Medfield. But before that, an Atom variation dubbed as Pineview will appear in the second half of 2009. As per a DigiTimes report, sources at notebook makers have confirmed the arrival of single core and dual core Pineview processors. Atom variant Pineview processors will be built on 45nm fabrication process and will feature built-in northbridge functions, an integrated memory controller, and GMA 950 IGP. The northbridge integration will reduce motherboard area consumption by almost 60%. The Pineview's core frequency will be clocked higher than the current 1.6GHz Atom processors. Also, memory bus support will be boosted to DDR2 667Mhz from DDR2 533MHz. Even the GMA 950 IGP graphics core will be clocked to 200MHz from 133MHz. New low-cost Pine Trail-M netbook platform will be offered, which will pair Pineview with all new Tiger Point southbridge chips. One of the crucial specifications, the Thermal Design Power rating will drop to 7W instead of the 8W found in the current Atom processors.

Intel Classmate 2 Unveiled for $550

Re-branded as 2go Convertible Classmate PC, the new version was spotted for sale at CSE 2009 at $550 (Rs. 26,500 approx)

Intel's Convertible Classmate 2.0 version laptop was spotted for sale at the CES 2009 - re-branded as 2go Convertible Classmate PC. Manufactured by Computer Technology Link, this Classmate 2.0 has exactly the same configuration like that of the first Classmate PC, but with swivel (turnable touchscreen). The second version of Classmate PC is priced at a steep $550 (Rs. 26,500 approx.).