Transistors may make way for a new type of switch for computer chips. Called a memristor (short for memory resistor), they are simpler than transistors and can store information even without an electric current. At the speed at which technology normally moves, it’s a bit surprising that this device first conceived of in 1971 by… Continue reading Memristors could take over from Transistors, increase # and power of chips
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Qualcomm’s Gobi platform – multi-carrier wireless card
Qualcomm’s Gobi platform will let you access multiple carriers’ wireless data services. With Gobi, you won’t need to have separate cards and/or built-in chips in your notebook to get online. Qualcomm is already partnering with Sony to put Gobi chips into Vaio P notebooks. Currently, Gobi will work at speeds up to 5.7Mbps which is… Continue reading Qualcomm’s Gobi platform – multi-carrier wireless card