Intel showcases future tech at IDF
Mobile platform vision
While Intel confirms that Kedron will support the new 802.11n Wi-Fi standard, the company clearly has WiMax in its upcoming roadmap, as well. Sean Maloney, Intel's executive vice president and head of the Mobility Group, revealed that Intel will be offering a WiMax PCMCIA card for laptops later this year. A Wi-Fi/WiMax radio, codenamed Ofer, was also showcased during his keynote address.
Also showcased at IDF was a new category of small form factor portable devices called Ultra Mobile PCs (UMPC). Targeted at those who are frequently on the go, two sample designs of this Origami-like device were put on display. The larger 1.75-pound unit shown here features a 1GHz Pentium M chip, 800 x 600-pixel touchscreen, full Windows XP OS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and an estimated sticker price between US$800 and US$1,000. It is expected to be out in the next few weeks. The smaller unit is a prototype sample slated for launch in 2007. It comes with a touchscreen display, a WXGA display, 0.6 pounds, a hidden QWERTY keyboard and the standard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
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