Intel begins shipping latest HD-friendly Atom processor
The newest Atom processor has started shipping to computer manufacturers according to a report released today.
The 1.66GHz N280 is coupled with Intel's GN40 chipset that includes a hardware-based encoder for 720p high definition video. Presumably (though not a foregone conclusion) a hardware solution for handling HD on netbooks will mean better playback of high-def than a software solution, though of course this could in turn reduce battery life.
Nvidia is also preparing the GeForce 9400m (Ion) chipset that could run alongside an Atom processor, claiming it could run ten times faster than netbooks running Intel-only hardware.
Asus has announced that its forthcoming 1000HE Eee PC netbook will use the new chipset, though there's not much information about whether this will handle HD or not.
(Via Information Week)
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