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ASML cuts immersion tool's defect rate: researcher

ASML cuts immersion tool's defect rate: researcher

Semiconductor equipment maker ASML has sharply reduced defect rates in chips produced by a new lithography tool that uses cutting-edge immersion technology, Belgian research group IMEI said on Thursday.
Staff Writers Sep 16 2005, 1:30PM Hardware
IBM, after chip-unit losses, sees growth in Cell

IBM, after chip-unit losses, sees growth in Cell

Two years ago, analysts were calling on IBM to exit the microchip business after production problems and lower-than-expected orders led to losses of more than US$1 billion since 2002 at the division.
Philipp Gollner Sep 16 2005, 1:00PM Hardware
Mitsubishi banking on robot companion's charm

Mitsubishi banking on robot companion's charm

She may be a bit odd looking, what with a bright yellow face, silver arms and a positioning sensor on her head, but this tiny gal's got charm -- even if it is chip-induced.
Staff Writers Sep 16 2005, 9:00AM Hardware
Reuters Summit: Flextronics eyes second India plant

Reuters Summit: Flextronics eyes second India plant

Flextronics International, the world's top contract electronics maker, will invest an initial US$30-US$50 million to set up a second factory in India and pump in another US$300-US$500 million over the next 10-15 years, according to a senior company executive.
Jennifer Tan Sep 15 2005, 3:00PM Hardware
IBM invests in NetPriva

IBM invests in NetPriva

IBM Australia's network integration and consulting business Cerulean has acquired a minority shareholding in Australian network performance management tools developer NetPriva.
Byron Connolly Sep 15 2005, 8:30AM Hardware
Ex-Microsoft exec able to work for Google: judge

Ex-Microsoft exec able to work for Google: judge

A Washington judge has cleared the way for a former Microsoft executive to work for Google in China but placed tough restrictions on confidential information he had gleaned while working at Microsoft.
Staff Writers Sep 14 2005, 4:01PM Hardware
Sony recalls 3.5 mln Playstation power adaptors

Sony recalls 3.5 mln Playstation power adaptors

Sony is recalling 3.5 million faulty power adaptors for its popular PlayStation 2 video game console because they may overheat and cause injury, the Japanese consumer electronics manufacturer said on Tuesday.
Adam Pasick Sep 13 2005, 3:30PM Hardware
Sony to announce new business strategy on September 22

Sony to announce new business strategy on September 22

Japan's Sony Corp said on Monday it would unveil a long-awaited restructuring plan on September 22, aimed at turning around the struggling electronics and entertainment giant.
Staff Writers Sep 13 2005, 12:30PM Hardware
Samsung Elec speeds new flash chip to market

Samsung Elec speeds new flash chip to market

Samsung Electronics said it would start making next year a new flash memory chip capable of doubling the data storage capacity of digital cameras, music players and other hot-selling portable devices.
Yoo Choonsik Sep 13 2005, 8:30AM Hardware
Dell to protect email, data for AMD v Intel

Dell to protect email, data for AMD v Intel

Dell has agreed to retain email and other documents that could be used against its close partner Intel in a private antitrust suit filed by Intel rival Advanced Micro Devices, court papers show.
Staff Writers Sep 9 2005, 3:00PM Hardware
Sony to offer advanced Walkmans to tackle iPod

Sony to offer advanced Walkmans to tackle iPod

Sony said on Thursday it would sell advanced Walkman portable music players later this year, aiming to move out of Apple Computer's shadow in a market the Japanese company created a quarter of a century ago.
Staff Writers Sep 9 2005, 11:00AM Hardware
TI eyes video markets with all-in-one chip

TI eyes video markets with all-in-one chip

Texas Instruments is using the strategy that made it the world's biggest mobile phone circuit supplier to try to dominate the faster growing video market, the company said on Thursday.
Eric Auchard Sep 9 2005, 8:30AM Hardware
Apple unveils iPod-mobile phone, even smaller iPod

Apple unveils iPod-mobile phone, even smaller iPod

Apple Computer has unveiled a mobile phone that plays music like an iPod and a pencil-thin "iPod Nano" digital music player, both aimed at extending its domination of the digital music market.
Duncan Martell Sep 8 2005, 12:00PM Hardware
Microsoft unveils new keyboards, high-end mice

Microsoft unveils new keyboards, high-end mice

Microsoft has unveiled new computer keyboards and mice aimed at users looking for easier ways to type and for high-precision gaming and photo editing.
Staff Writers Sep 7 2005, 12:00PM Hardware
Intel takes stake in Grisoft in Czech deal

Intel takes stake in Grisoft in Czech deal

Intel Corp and private equity firm Enterprise Investors have acquired a majority stake in Czech anti-virus software developer Grisoft for US$52 million to help it expand and possibly go public.
Staff Writers Sep 7 2005, 11:30AM Hardware
Future smart cars could help to cut road accidents

Future smart cars could help to cut road accidents

Whether it is wafting lavender or citrus scents to calm drivers and keep them awake, or vibrating seat belts to get them to slow down, smart cars in the future could help reduce road accidents.
Patricia Reaney Sep 6 2005, 1:00PM Hardware
LCD prices to stay firm in Q3 - research firm

LCD prices to stay firm in Q3 - research firm

SEOUL (Reuters) - Prices of flat screens for televisions, computers and laptops will rise in the third quarter and growing demand will help revenues rise 35 percent to a record high, a US-based research firm said on Friday.
Staff Writers Sep 5 2005, 2:33PM Hardware
Intel, Philips tie up in home entertainment systems

Intel, Philips tie up in home entertainment systems

Intel and electronics group Philips have joined up to market home entertainment systems with Intel chips, as the world's top chip maker targets the US$70-billion-a-year market for consumer electronics semiconductors.
Lucas van Sep 5 2005, 9:30AM Hardware
Silicon Graphics says restructuring plan approved

Silicon Graphics says restructuring plan approved

As part of a restructuring plan meant to save US$80 million to US$100 million a year, computer maker Silicon Graphics on Friday said it was cutting jobs and reducing expenses.
Staff Writers Sep 3 2005, 1:40PM Hardware
Casio to procure LCDs from Taiwan's HannStar

Casio to procure LCDs from Taiwan's HannStar

Casio Computer Co Ltd said on Wednesday it would buy liquid crystal displays from Taiwan's HannStar Display Corp, aiming to boost its presence in the cellphone-use panel market without investing in its own production facilities.
Staff Writers Aug 31 2005, 1:09PM Hardware

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