Intel discontinues Pentium and Celeron for new Intel processor
Intel will retire its long-standing Pentium and Celeron CPU brands, starting in 2023, in favor of a unified naming structure. The new "Intel Processor" branding aims to simplify product selection, joining the existing Intel Core, Intel Evo, and Intel vPro brands. This change is intended to make it easier for consumers to understand Intel's offerings, though the product lines and technologies will largely remain unchanged.
Adobe buys Figma
The US software manufacturer Adobe has announced the acquisition of Figma. In the morning of September 15, the news site Bloomberg initially announced a potential deal. Citing insider information, followed a little later by official statements from Adobe and Figma .
USB 4 version 2.0 is supposed to transfer 80 GBit/s
The upcoming USB 4 Version 2.0 will double the current maximum data rate to 80 Gbit/s using existing USB-C cables, as announced by the USB Promoter Group. Utilizing new modulation technology, this upgrade not only boosts data transmission but also ensures backward compatibility with previous USB versions, including USB 4, USB 3.2, and Thunderbolt 3. Moreover, it will align with DisplayPort 2.0 and PCIe 5.0 standards, enhancing compatibility and performance for modern data transfer needs.
World’s largest offshore wind farm: England less dependent on fossil fuels
World's largest offshore wind farm: England less dependent on fossil fuels. The British want to make themselves less dependent on fossil fuels with a new offshore wind farm. The energy is transported on land with 390 kilometer long cables.
NASA: SLS And Orion Launch To The Moon On Saturday
After a botched start, NASA is making a new attempt for the Artemis 1 mission: The "biggest rocket in the world", SLS (Space Launch System) , will launch.
Investment opportunity lithium: coveted, scarce and expensive
Lithium is a crucial component for lithium-ion batteries, and as the electric vehicle market rapidly expands, demand for lithium continues to rise. This growing need has led to a significant supply deficit, with prices of lithium carbonate increasing substantially. Investors interested in this market can explore opportunities in companies like Albemarle, Allkem, and Rock Tech Lithium. However, investing in lithium can be complex, as there are no futures markets for it. A diversified approach, such as investing in lithium-related ETFs or broader e-mobility funds, may help balance opportunities and risks while benefiting from the ongoing lithium boom.
Disney+ with advertising in December
Disney has revealed more details about its ad-supported offering, including how much it will cost and when it will be available. Interestingly, this doesn't make Disney+ any cheaper for existing subscribers.
Disney is catching up with Netflix
Disney has caught up with the previous market leader Netflix, which recently lost customers and also ended the past quarter with 221 million user accounts. "We had an excellent quarter," said Disney CEO Bob Chapek.
Elon Musk: New Tesla will come in 2023
Tesla is one of the first addresses when customers go looking for a new electric car. A common point of criticism, however, is the small selection of models: If you don't want a limousine shape, you don't need to look around at Tesla. This is about to change soon.
With drones and trucks: How AT&T wants to keep the network stable in the event of disasters
AT&T is actually a normal telecommunications company that takes care that the network in the USA is and remains stable. But the North Americans are also preparing for the really big catastrophe.
Logitech is partnering with Tencent on a portable cloud gaming device
Logitech has announced it is working on a portable cloud gaming device in partnership with Tencent Games, making it the latest entrant to the portable gaming market.
Google Maps 3D Immersive View launched
Google Maps' new Immersive View feature offers a bird's-eye, photo-realistic 3D view of nearly 100 iconic sights in cities like London, New York, and Tokyo. Available on Android and iOS, it combines thousands of images from Street View, aerial footage, and AI to provide virtual tours. Users can also benefit from enhanced bike navigation, live traffic updates, and detailed weather information. Google plans to expand this feature to include AI-generated views of restaurants and popular spots for better trip planning, including opening times and live occupancy data.