Broadcom takes pressure off the CPU
Published in Network
Tuesday, 05 January 2016 11:45

Broadcom takes pressure off the CPU


Puts 64-bit quad-core on the router

Broadcom announced a 64-bit quad-core processor for high-end routers which is being geared for enterprises and smart-homes.

HiSilicon becomes SMIC's 28nm customer
Published in PC Hardware
Friday, 18 September 2015 13:42

HiSilicon becomes SMIC's 28nm customer


Good yield on 28 nm 

HiSilicon, which is an outfit created by Broadcom and Huawei, has signed up for SMIC's process technology.

ASUS unveils the new RT-AC5300 router
Published in Network
Thursday, 03 September 2015 18:51

ASUS unveils the new RT-AC5300 router


Crazy looking flagship router

During IFA 2015 show in Berlin, ASUS has unveiled a rather crazy looking high-end router, the RT-AC5300.

Semiconductor makers brace for lay-offs
Published in PC Hardware
Friday, 28 August 2015 11:47

Semiconductor makers brace for lay-offs


Fings ain't what they used to be

Semiconductor companies are planning a round of lay-offs in the Far East as sales start to dry up.

Broadcom bought in biggest chip deal ever
Published in PC Hardware


Industry consolidation

Avago bought Broadcom for $37 billion in the largest merger of chipmakers ever and created a company which could give Intel and Qualcomm a run for their money.

Broadcom and Avago merger close
Published in PC Hardware
Thursday, 28 May 2015 13:12

Broadcom and Avago merger close


Two chipmakers joining forces

It is starting to look Broadcom will get bought out by its rival Avago as deep throats within both outfits think a deal is close.

Top chipmakers in open source MIPS push
Published in PC Hardware


Qualcomm, Intel and Broadcom sign up

Qualcomm Atheros, Lantiq (part of Intel) and Broadcom have joined the Prpl Foundation.

WiGig expected soon
Published in News
Monday, 09 March 2015 21:01

WiGig expected soon


Qualcomm, Broadcom, Panasonic, Intel and Nitero signed up

WiGig (Wireless Gigabit Alliance) chips are expected to appear in high-end smartphones in the second half of 2015, accoring to Digitimes Research. 

Broadcom announces smartwatch platform
Published in IoT
Thursday, 26 February 2015 08:38

Broadcom announces smartwatch platform


Promises better battery life, loads of features

Broadcom has announced a new smartwatch platform, designed to cut the power consumption in Android Wear devices. 



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