Chipmakers on the march

Look for Intel's first dual-core server processors ahead of schedule, and keep an eye on what Advanced Micro Devices and IBM are up to.

Intel speeds dual-core Xeon debut

In unusual manuever, the chipmaker will also release Paxville version of Xeon for lower-end dual-processor servers.
August 15, 2005

Showing off the Cell's companion chip

Toshiba demonstrates a "super companion chip" that can record 48 TV shows at once.
August 15, 2005

AMD, IBM tighten ties

Companies will continue their alliance through 2011 and expand it to include the development of new transistors, among other tech.
August 15, 2005

Agilent to sell chip unit for $2.66 billion

Company will also sell its stake in Lumileds and spin off its system-on-a-chip and memory test business.
August 15, 2005

Marriage of optical and silicon moves closer

blog Start-up Luxtera, Intel and others are trying to produce components for optical communications out of silicon.
August 14, 2005

Intel to detail new chips at conference

The new multicore processors are expected to emerge in 2006 and, sources say, will sport greater energy efficiency and manageability.
August 11, 2005