February 2, 2024

AMD specific news

AMD to Fix Ryzen 8000G Desktop APU STAPM “Feature” via Motherboard BIOS Updatesedit

Skin temperature-aware power management (STAPM), is a 2014 feature introduced by AMD for its mobile processors that gets the on-die power management logic to take into account not just the processor’s own temperatures (measured via on-chip thermal diodes); but also the physical surface temperature of the laptop itself, by reading off temperature probes mounted on the laptop chassis.

Publication: Tech Power Up

AMD Ryzen 9000: Details for Zen 5Based Desktop Processors out Amidst Reports of a Delayed Launch; All You Need To Knowedit

AMD recently launched its Zen 4based APUs for desktop systems. It is likely to be the last notable launch for Zen 4based processors, given that desktop and laptop processors are already out. Now, according to several leaks, the company is gearing up for the launch of its Ryzen 9000 series Granite Ridge desktop processors.

Publication: IGN

AMD Introduces Allnew Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop Processors (Proactive)edit

AMD launched the Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop processors, the world’s first desktop processors with a dedicated AI engine, unlocking incredible gaming and processor value with superior performance compared to competition.

Publication: NCN Online

AMD Introduces Allnew Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop Processors (Proactive)edit

AMD launched the Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop processors, the world’s first desktop processors with a dedicated AI engine, unlocking incredible gaming and processor value with superior performance compared to competition.

Publication: Digital Terminal

AMD stays vague on Radeon gaming performance amid downward 2023 financialsedit

In context: This past year saw a notable decline in the PC market due to sinking demand, which dragged many tech giants financials downward. AMD was no exception, reporting falling revenue for the year despite a buoyant final quarter. Gaming was a sore spot, but the company s yearend report omits a crucial detail regarding Radeon sales.

Publication: Madras Tribune

AMD confirms Zen 5 is coming with Strix Point Ryzen laptop chipedit

AMD may have just launched the Ryzen 8000 series of mobile processors, but company executives confirmed that its next mobile processor, Strix Point, will make the leap to the next generation Zen 5 architecture

Publication: Madras Tribune

AMD brand mentions

AMD launches the Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop processorsedit

Processor manufacturer AMD has launched its new Ryzen 8000G series desktop processors, the world’s first desktop processors with a dedicated AI engine. This is set to unlock incredible gaming and processor value with performance and efficiency.

Publication: It Wire

Intel Core i514400 vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600X: Which CPU is best for gaming in 2024edit

The Intel Core i514400 and Ryzen 5 5600X are midrange chips designed for budget-friendly gaming PCs. While the Team Blue processor was introduced earlier this year at CES 2024, the 5600X is a lastgen CPU that the newer 7600X has already replaced.

Publication: Sports Keeda

Level up your game: Things to keep in mind when buying a gaming monitoredit

On top of that, HDR is also one more thing that’s worth considering, especially if you have the latest consoles or high-end gaming RIGS with flagship graphics cards from NVIDIA or AMD that can handle AAA titles in HDR mode.

Publication: The Indian Express

Best Monitors For Gaming Under 35000 For A Crisp HD Video Qualityedit

Equipped with AMD’s FreeSync Premium Technology, the monitor minimizes screen tearing by dynamically adjusting the refresh rate to match the graphics card s frame rate. The adjustable tilt and wide viewing angles (178 horizontal and vertical) ensure comfort and clear visibility from various positions.

Publication: Jagran

Safeguarding Chip Security: Challenges And Countermeasuresedit

Consider a scenario where a semiconductor giant like AMD manufactures chips in fabrication plants worldwide. An attacker in one of these facilities infiltrates the RTL netlist and inserts a subtle piece of functionality. This added functionality remains dormant until the attacker activates it, potentially compromising the chip’s security.

Publication: Electronics for you

Competition in news

Qualcomm profit forecast beats estimates amid AI pushedit

Qualcomm profit forecast beats estimates amid AI push Qualcomm is the biggest supplier of chips to a smartphone market that had its worst sales year in a decade in 2023.

Publication: The Economic Times

Singtel collaborates with NVIDIA to bring AI to Singapore and Southeast Asiaedit

Singtel collaborates with NVIDIA to bring AI to Singapore and Southeast Asia Singtel’s NVIDIA powered AI Cloud will be hosted by Singtel’s Nxera regional data centre business, which will be developing a new generation of sustainable, hyperconnected AIready data centres.

Publication: The Economic Times

Nvidia’s new China focused AI chip set to be sold at similar price to Huawei productedit

Nvidia has started taking preorders for a new China-specific artificial intelligence ( AI ) chip from distributors who are pricing it on par with a rival product from Huawei , sources familiar with the matter said.

Publication: The Economic Times

Is An Intel Core i9 Laptop Apt For Gaming Here Is All You Need To Knowedit

It is the most powerful Intel processor currently available. So, almost all variants of i9 processors can easily be used by professional gamers Most i9 processors are available in premium laptops. Though these laptops are expensive, the features they offer are usually worth your investment

Publication: The Times of India

S Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY Urges Intel To Setup a Chip Plant in Indiaedit

S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in a recent address commended Intel for its endtoend capabilities in the IT hardware manufacturing process. Krishnan was speaking at Intel s India Tech Ecosystem Summit.

Publication: DQ India

Intel Accelerates Make in India Initiative: Company Showcases Indigenous Laptops, IT Products in Delhiedit

Intel India on Thursday showcased a diverse range of locally manufactured laptops and IT products at the India Tech Ecosystem Summit in New Delhi, reinforcing its commitment to the government’s Make in India initiative.

Publication: News 18

Intel Core Ultra processor modulesedit

Congatec unveiled a new series of COM Express Compact modules featuring Intel Core Ultra processors. These modules offer diverse compute engines, including CPU, GPU, and NPU for efficient AI workloads at the edge. The integrated NPU, known as Intel AI Boost, simplifies AI workload integration, reducing system complexity and costs.

Publication: Electronics For You

Partner in news

10 Best Laptops Under 60000 In India: Top Selling Choices From HP, ASUS And Moreedit

The ASUS Vivobook 16X has an AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor that provides powerful performance. Its spacious 16 FHD+ display provides vibrant images, while the 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD allow for seamless multitasking and abundant storage. Considering this as one of the best laptops under 60000 it is preloaded with Windows 11 and Office 2021, ensuring better productivity.

Publication: Jagran

Apple extends agreement with Qualcomm for 5G modem chips until 2027: Reportedit

With the new contract extension in place, it is highly likely that Apple s attempt of producing inhouse modem chips have been hindered further Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon in an interview with CNBC has confirmed that Apple has agreed to extend its patent licence agreement related to 5G modem through March 2027.

Publication: Business Standard

Apple adds the last MacBook Pro with a CD drive to its obsolete listedit

Apple has officially declared the mid 2012 version of the 13inch MacBook Pro as obsolete globally This implies that any MacBook Pro with an optical drive is no longer supported, as the mid2012 model was the last MacBook Pro to include a builtin optical drive for CDs or DVDs

Publication: The Times of India

Industry news

Green Cloud Tech: Revolutionizing Business for Sustainable Digital Futureedit

In a groundbreaking interview with TimesTech, Mr. Vipin Vindal, CEO of Quarks Technosoft, sheds light on the transformative synergy between green cloud technology and business tech. As environmental sustainability takes center stage, Vindal delves into innovations driving the reduction of carbon footprints in digital operations.

Publication: Times Tech

Employee upskilling: Move beyond the buzzwordedit

Digital transformation is constantly changing how operations are run across industries and the nature of the workforce today. For instance, in IT and SaaS sector, crucial processes such as software testing and cybersecurity monitoring are being increasingly automated through AI-powered tools.

Publication: The Financial Express

Budget 2024: Rs 6,903 crores allocated for semiconductor and display manufacturingedit

The union government of India has once again iterated its focus on developing India into a semiconductor nation. After making a nonplanned allocation of Rs3,000 crore in the Union Budget 202324, the government has once again allocated Rs 6,903 crores in Budget 202425.

Publication: Business Today

Electronics Manufacturing Gets 15,500 CRedit

The Government Has allocated 15,500 crore for various electronics manufacturing programmes, including semiconductor mission and mobile and IT hardware PLI scheme, for FY25. The proposed outlay covers projects for setting up compound semiconductor and sensor plants.

Publication: The Financial Express

Samsung works on new AI Featuresedit

In a recent interview with journalists, TM Roh, CEO of Samsung Southeast Asia, announced the development of advanced AI features for Galaxy devices, expected to be accessible to consumers from 2025 onwards. He also mentioned that the AI functionalities introduced with the Galaxy S24 series would be available at no cost until at least 2025. However, details about the additional AI capabilities in development remain undisclosed.

Publication: The Times of India

AI Is Just A Tool Creativity Is Here To Stayedit

Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman recently used AI software to recreate the voices of late singers Tamil playback singers Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed, marking a paradigm shift in the use of technology in music production in India. In his latest album ‘Lal Salam’, Rahman ‘brought back’ the voice of the two popular playback singers of yesteryears.

Publication: The New Indian Express

15500 core for Semiconductor segment in budgetedit

The government has allocated Rs 15,500 crore for various electronics manufacturing programmes, including semiconductor mission and mobile and IT hardware PLI scheme for FY25. It has proposed Rs 4,203 crore incentives for assembly, test, and packaging plants that can benefit projects like the ones set up by Micron in Gujarat, the proposed plant by Foxconn and HCL joint venture, Tata Group etc.

Publication: Kannada Prabha

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