When it comes to everyone’s favorite new buzzy tech phrase, “Internet of Things,” Intel Chief Financial Officer Stacy Smith has a refreshingly candid answer on how big the chipmaker’s efforts in the area could become: “No idea.” He’s referring to Curie, a chip that Intel introduced in January that crams a processor, sensors and radio …
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Freewheel for now offers its service only with the Motorola Moto G smartphone. Cablevision Cablevision has officially stepped into the mobile business, saying Thursday that its new Wi-Fi-only phone service, Freewheel, is now on sale. The New York-based cable TV company first revealed the new service late last month, presenting it as a potential alternative to wireless carriers such as …
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A conceptual image of the ARM’s newest processor design, which will come to smartphones next year. ARM If the personal computer is ever killed off, ARM is hoping it will have had something to do with it. The British chip-design firm, whose technology is used in nearly every smartphone, unveiled Tuesday more-powerful technologies — the Cortex-A72 processor and Mali-T880 graphics …
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Sprint keeps adding to its Apple device leasing programs. CNET Sprint is keeping up its effort to entice more Apple enthusiasts, this time offering a bundle of the iPhone and iPad for $100 a month. The promotion, which ends April 9, pulls together the wireless carrier’s existing iPhone for Life and iPad for Life leasing programs at a savings of …
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The Samsung Galaxy S5 uses a Snapdragon chip. Its successor is expected to use a different chip. CNET A group of major handset makers came to Qualcomm’s defense Monday, with Microsoft, Motorola Mobility, LG, Sony and others offering their support for the company’s new premium chip. The chip, the Snapdragon 810, has faced a difficult start just as it’s coming …
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Qualcomm has been facing difficulty lately, but analysts say the company still has a chance to turn things around. Ben Fox Rubin/CNET Qualcomm had a lousy week. Actually, it’s been a lousy couple of months. Just as the world’s largest maker of mobile chips has been facing rumors that its new top-of-the-line chip has overheating problems, Qualcomm on Wednesday disclosed …
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An example of an employee using Intel’s wireless-display technology. Intel Intel is getting one step closer to its goal of eliminating cables from personal computers, saying Thursday that its newest chip for work computers — which packs in several wire-free features — is now available. The fifth-generation Core vPro processor provides improved performance, longer battery life and better graphics than …
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Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai discussing the company’s PlayStation 4 gaming console, which has become a bigger part of Sony’s future. Sarah Tew/CNET The name “PlayStation” has suddenly become an even more significant part of Sony’s future. The Japanese media and electronics conglomerate said Thursday it is bringing the Sony Entertainment Network digital video and music services under the PlayStation Network …
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Qualcomm has faced challenges recently, but it remains the leader in mobile chips. Ben Fox Rubin/CNET Qualcomm is losing its spot in one of the industry’s marquee smartphones. The company cut its guidance for the year on Wednesday, saying it expects a large customer to opt not to use its new Snapdragon 810 chip in its flagship device. The disclosure …
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The iPhone 6 enjoyed “unprecedented” demand in the latest quarter, according to Apple CEO Tim Cook. CNET Of Apple’s many record-breakers and milestones, here’s a really big one: In its latest quarter, the company shipped its 1 billionth device running its iOS smartphone and tablet operating system. “It was truly a momentous quarter for iOS,” CEO Tim Cook said on …
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