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The community is buzzing today around a JavaScript test showing the upcoming MeeGo Handset user experience gut-checking competitive OS solutions. The benchmarks used the latest Firefox browser on all-Intel solution, including the prototype "Moorestown" Aava smart phone and code for the upcoming MeeGo Handset release. The Aava smart phone ran the test in 4,215ms, or about 2 seconds, while competing smart phone solutions took up to 10 seconds. Although the phone and OS are not yet available, developers can check out the MeeGo website for updates as the project move towards the MeeGo v1.1 final release, scheduled for this October.

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Have a read of John Quain's blog post on Intel's R&D efforts around black boxes for cars in the NY Times Automobiles/Wheels section. As Intel CTO Justin Rattner is quoted: "With new vehicles, there will very likely be video cameras inside and outside... when you combine the cameras with GPS, you're geo-tagging the video." Adding wireless Internet broadband like WiMAX and smarter, PC-like systems inside cars could bring several interesting opportunities ranging from crashes and an immediate phone call/video to emergency outlets; accident and insurance recording; improved safety studying and more.

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Forbes has highlighted Intel's "magic carpet" research prototype in its series on "Nine Technologies to Ease Pain of Getting Old." The list features cutting-edge technologies designed to meet the demands of the growing baby boomer market. Check out the article and slideshow online. Get more information on Intel's research in the healthcare space.

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Microsoft recently published the results of a six-month total cost of ownership study of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). The study concludes that VDI delivers value for specialized user segments such as contractors. However for offices workers in a VDI environment, the total cost of ownership was higher by 11% per user than that of a well-managed PC environment. Additionally, many workers will find the VDI user experience unsatisfactory. Microsoft recommends that organizations assess their use cases and drivers for VDI to ensure the best computing option for their users.

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BOSTON, MA, July 1, 2010 — Cakewalk, the world's leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, Intel Corporation, and the preeminent online community-powered, new music discovery site, OurStage.com, have come together to launch another exciting competition for songwriters and music producers.


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SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 13, 2010 – Intel Corporation today reported second-quarter revenue of $10.8 billion, up 34 percent year-over-year.


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Intel Capital congratulates China ITS (Holdings) Co., Ltd. (CIC, 1900.HK) on its initial public offering (IPO) on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. This is Intel Capital's eighth portfolio company IPO and the second Chinese portfolio IPO to date in 2010. Intel Capital invested in CIC in early 2010 with the goal of supporting China's transportation infrastructure development. CIC is one of the leading Intelligent Transportation System providers in China, specializing in transportation infrastructure technology solutions and services. For more information, please visit here.

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Ever thought you'd be a passenger on a robot? Kuka's Robocoaster products simulate high-speed travel for passengers in thrilling rides such as the latest magical attractions at Universal Orlando. The robot's capabilities include hanging the unit upside down, plummeting toward the floor and swinging side to side. Scared yet? Don't be. With the sophisticated Intel-powered robot technology, riders are safe thanks to continuous electronic monitoring, while software updates ensure the ride will stay current and will become more advanced over time.

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Intel has hired former Palm and Apple VP Mike Bell as vice president and director of Intel's smartphone product development. Bell is a seasoned technology veteran who has been part of the executive management team at Palm since 2007, most recently as the senior vice president of Product Development, where he was responsible for all aspects of product strategy, development, and deployment. Mike and his team were responsible for the Palm PRE and the Palm PIXI. Prior to his time at Palm, Mike was a vice president with Apple where he worked from 1991 to 2007 and made significant contributions to the iMac, Apple TV, and iPhone programs. Bell brings to Intel a broad range of technology experience and skills, including product development and design, hardware and software engineering and product strategy. In his new role, he will lead a team with the charter to build breakthrough Smartphone reference designs with the explicit intent of accelerating Intel Architecture into the market.

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