The introduction of NVIDIA's ION platform has enabled a number of its partners to try out some of their own designs. Following the release of the first ION-based nettop, Point of View has also updated its product lineup with the introduction of an ION-based Mini ITX PC and is also expected to release two ION motherboards. This provides users with a choice for a fully built Windows 7-capable low-power desktop PC, or a hardware platform that can enable users to build their own ION-based desktop PC. The technical specifications of Point of View's ION Mini PC are somewhat similar to ASRock's NetTop ION 330, which the compa... [read more >>] Sunnyvale, California-based Advanced Micro Devices is expected to refresh its line of 45nm-based Phenom II processors with the introduction of at least three new models, the Phenom II X4 955, 945 and 925. According to a number of leaked details that have surfaced on the Internet recently, the chip maker is planning their release for later this month. On that note, the Phenom II X4 925 has been listed as part of HP Pavilion desktop PC, indicating that its official release could occur in the following days. The Phenom II X4 925 will be the lowest-clocked processor from the three AMD is expected to announce, and it will boast a core spe... [read more >>] Early this morning Acer has announced the first nettop computer system that has been designed to incorporate NVIDIA's Ion platform, which combines a low-power Intel Atom processor with an NVIDIA GeForce integrated graphics solution. Despite early rumors that claimed the first Ion-based nettop would be called Hornet, Acer decided to launch it as the AspireRevo, basically providing the world with a revolutionary product that offers an impressive level of performance inside a small package. In addition, the AspireRevo bundles a game controller with 3D motion sensors, similar to that of Nintendo's Wii gaming console.“The AspireR... [read more >>] As some of you probably already know, Acer is expected to introduce its first nettop system, which will also bring to the market the first computer system developed on NVIDIA's Ion. Simply dubbed Hornet, the nettop will reportedly be unveiled at the beginning of this month with a price tag that will settle at just US$299. In addition to the nettop itself, the Hornet will also provide users with a motion-sensing gaming controller, similar to that of Nintendo's highly successful Wii gaming console.According to a recent report by Digitimes, the NVIDIA Ion-based Acer Hornet nettop will be unveiled in early April, becoming the first co... [read more >>] Round Rock, Texas-based Dell has just officially introduced the new Studio One 19 all-in-one personal computer system that comes with an optional touchscreen feature. The new machine is designed to provide an easy-to-use alternative to home computer systems and incorporates a unique and stylish design that enables it to be installed in almost every part of the user's home, including the living room or the kitchen. Unlike some of those Atom-based all-in-one systems that were recently launched by companies such as ASUS or MSI, the new Dell Studio boasts a higher performance Core 2 Duo-based configuration. “The new Studio One ... [read more >>] It appears that the hype generated around NVIDIA's Ion could soon fade, as HABEY, a relatively unknown company, has just announced an Atom N270-powered mini PC that can handle 1080p content. The company claims that using the same Atom N270 processor and the Intel 945GSE+ICH7M chipset will enable users to take advantage of HD playback at low-power consumption. Basically, HABEY says that the BIS-6550HD is capable of doing what NVIDIA's Ion can do, but without the latter's chip.According to HABEY, the BIS-6550HD is built using an ultra-low power HD AVC/VC-1/MPEG-2 hardware decoder, which is capable of full HD real-time decoding ... [read more >>] IBM has just announced that it has signed an agreement that will enable it to build its next-generation BlueGene supercomputers, for the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). IBM is expected to deliver two systems, one of which will be dubbed Sequoia, will provide a performance of 20 petaflops and will be based on future BlueGene technology.“The longstanding partnership of NNSA, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and IBM is ushering in an era of multi-petaflops computing,” said NNSA administrator, Thomas D’Agostino. “These powerful machines will provide NNSA with the capab... [read more >>] After munch anticipation, Palo Alto, California-based HP has decided to officially introduce its new desktop computer system, designed in collaboration with the company's gaming subsidiary, Voodoo PC. The new HP Firebird comes to provide computer enthusiasts with a new PC that can provide a true performance experience, inside a small and lightweight form factor. The new system is the successor to the company's award-winning Blackbird 002 and comes as a solution to the world of desktop computing. Users attending this year's Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas, Nevada, will be able to set their eyes on the new gaming... [read more >>] Despite the fact that we are already in Q4, it looks like NVIDIA is really having a busy end of the year. The chip maker is getting ready to launch some highly anticipated products, the GTX 285 and the GTX 295 to be more specific, which are to become the company's highest-performance desktop computer graphics cards available. However, the aforementioned cards are still weeks away from their official launch, but that hasn't stopped NVIDIA from announcing a product that is likely to take the market by storm. Trapped in a 0.6L case, the NVIDIA ION is the first nettop that will provide users with just enough performance to enabl... [read more >>] ASUS has officially introduced its latest small sized, low power desktop computer coming to expand the company's range of Eee Box systems. The anticipated Eee Box 203 will deliver the same design features, but with a slight change in the technical specifications sheet, namely the adoption of Intel's Celeron C220 processor, instead of the highly successful Intel Atom. The adoption of the new processor will enable ASUS to provide its Eee Box nettop at a much lower price tag, making it available to a higher number of users. The Eee Box B203 can provide users with the very basics in desktop computing technology. It resemble... [read more >>] | 
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