Seagate and AMD unveil WorldВ’s first Demonstration Of Serial Ata 6gigabit/second Technology for high-speed PC applications

Seagate (NASDAQ:STX), teaming with microprocessor manufacturing leader Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) at the Everything Channel Xchange Conference in New Orleans, unveiled the world’s first public demonstration of next-generation high-speed data transfer – Serial ATA 6Gigabit/second – for bandwidth-hungry desktop and laptop PC applications including gaming, streaming video and graphics multimedia. Read more

Nawaiya introduces PalmTop

AMD powers the region’s smallest mobile Notebook

Furthering its commitment to deliver convergence hand held devices to consumers in the MENA, AMD and Nawaiya introduce the world’s smallest notebook and first notebook with AMD Dual Core processor, the PalmTop.
The PalmTop is a state-of-the-art 7’’ touch screen mini notebook designed to revolutionize content consumption on the go. Powered by AMD TURION 64×2 Dual Core processor, the PalmTop packs in a number of distinctive features for discerning users.

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AMD set to release free software giving millions of ATI Radeonâ„¢ Owners new way to run demanding computing tasks faster than ever

1. December ATI Catalystâ„¢ driver release automatically switches on ATI Stream acceleration in ATI Radeonâ„¢ graphics cards found in millions of PCs
2. To enable instant benefit, users will also be able to download free Avivoâ„¢ Video Converter that makes high-definition video conversion up to 17x faster

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that starting next month, the company plans to release for download a free ATI Catalystâ„¢ driver update that instantly unlocks new ATI Stream acceleration capabilities already built into millions of ATI Radeonâ„¢ graphics cards. Read more

AMD Launches ATI Radeon™ HD 4830 Graphics Card for Cutting-Edge DirectX® 10.1 Game Play at less than USD$150

Award-winning ATI Radeonâ„¢ HD 4800 series technology now available at price points to match every gamer budget, delivering incredible visual experiences in the latest DirectX 10.1 games

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the ATI Radeon™ HD 4830 graphics card, raising the performance bar for graphics cards priced at less than $150 (USD) 1 and presenting gamers with even more affordable access to award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series performance. Like all ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series products, the new offering delivers class-leading game performance1 and superior HD multimedia capabilities, as well support for the latest DirectX® 10.1 games soon to be released for the holiday season.
“The ATI Radeon HD 4830 graphics card is another example of how AMD’s scalable design strategy is paying off,” said Rick Bergman, senior vice president and general manager, Graphics Products Group, AMD. “With a single chip we have been able to quickly and efficiently bring to market graphics card designs ranging from below $150 through $549 SEP, with leading performance in every segment.  The ATI Radeon HD 4830 continues that great trend, providing tremendous value to gamers for less than $150.” Read more

AMD to demonstrate world’s fastest graphics card at GITEX 2008

AMD (NYSE: AMD), a leading global provider of innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and consumer electronics markets, will demonstrate its high-performance, advanced desktop gaming systems, including the newly launched world’s fastest graphics card, the ATI Radeon™ HD 4870 X2 at GITEX 2008¹.

Bringing energy-efficient and performance rich computing experience to end-users in UAE, visitors will get an opportunity to learn about AMD’s extensive infrastructure support for its state-of-the-art platforms and the next-generation processor architecture. AMD will showcase the latest in desktop, notebook and media center technologies that are built to deliver quiet yet powerful performance through energy-efficient processing. Read more

AMD and Advanced Technology Investment Company of Abu Dhabi to create new leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing company

“The Foundry Company” to build new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Upstate New York, creating more than 1,400 jobs, and to expand existing manufacturing facility in Dresden

AMD [NYSE: AMD] and the Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) of Abu Dhabi today announced the creation of a U.S.-headquartered, leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing company to address growing demand for independent, leading-edge foundry production capabilities.  The new global company, to be temporarily called “The Foundry Company”, will serve this need by combining advanced process technology, industry-leading manufacturing facilities and aggressive plans to expand its global capacity footprint.  At the same time, the Mubadala Development Company will increase its current investment in AMD to 19.3 percent on a fully diluted basis. Read more

AMD Introduces the ATI Radeonâ„¢ HD 4600 Series Graphics Cards

HD gaming gets easier with the ATI Radeonâ„¢ HD 4600 series, setting a new standard for mainstream graphics, delivering superior gaming and HD multimedia experiences at low power and exceptional prices

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the ATI RadeonTM HD 4600 series, mainstream graphics offerings that deliver exceptional gaming and HD multimedia performance while consuming less power than a standard light bulb. Comprising the ATI Radeon™ HD 4670 and the ATI Radeon™ HD 4650 graphics cards, the ATI Radeon HD 4600 series leverages the leading technology found in the award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series, including support for the latest DirectX® 10.1 games, superior HD multimedia capabilities and industry leading performance-per-watt, all delivered at affordable prices for the mainstream graphics segment.  The combined features and technologies and incredible prices makes the ATI Radeon HD 4600 series a superb all-around performer, ideal for playing the latest games or driving a high quality home theatre entertainment experience. Read more

MAK Holding for Industry joins AMD’s distribution network in Egypt

AMD today announced that MAK Holding for Industry, has joined its distribution network in Egypt. The agreement underscores AMD’s regional strategy to further expand its presence in Egypt.

Commenting on the appointment, Mahmoud El Sayed, Executive Manager and Board Member at EMAK, the distribution arm of MAK Holding, said: “As one of AMD’s distribution partners, our role will involve working closely with the team to help strengthen the product distribution network and expand reach among the channel community. Through this relationship we are committed to bringing in the best of global computing technologies to customers in Egypt.” Read more