Chip sales hit summer high

The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has revealed figures that show worldwide sales of semiconductors to have grown 53 per cent, from $11.9bn in August 1999 to $18.2bn in August 2000. ...more

HP heralds green PC with five-year lifecycle

HP is attempting to cash in on the current obsession with green technology with the launch a new energy efficient business PC range. The HP rp5700 Long Lifecycle Business Desktop PC range is fitted with an 80% efficient power supply, which the company claims is up to 15% more efficient than standard supplies. This reduces both energy consumption and waste heat emanating from the small form-factor PC. ...more

Consumer Electronics Show 2007 - the rolling roundup

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has kicked off, showcasing a range of digital technology products. Here is a round-up of all the news, including reports from our staff live from the show floor in Las Vegas.. ...more

A new Dimension

A new high-end desktop offering from Dell. Marketed under the slogan 'high-end performance at a mid-range price', Dell has introduced a new Dimension 4400 desktop line. A typical mini-tower configuration - with a starting price of ?899 - would see a Pentium 4 running at 1. ...more

Altec Lansing launches portable speaker system for 4G iPod

Speaker designer Altec Lansing has revealed its latest 'portable audio system', this one for the recently upgraded '4G' iPod. The inMotion iM3 system comprises stereo speakers either side of a docking station for the iPod plus an auxiliary port should you prefer an alternative brand of MP3 player. The audio spec includes custom-designed neodymium 28mm Micro Drivers and MaxxBass technology to create quality bass without a subwoofer. ...more