ARM’s next gen mobile processor “Eagle” to usher in multi-core, high-end graphics, and energy efficiency

The smartphone arena is an ever changing mass of molding parts and software that keeps geeks on their toes. Even though my iPhone 3G is only a year and a half old, the Droid I just picked up today (get used to it…I’m going to talk about it a whoooole lot) is many times faster than my iPhone. Some of it can be contributed to the software. But software isn’t everything. You need the hardware to provide the necessary muscle for the software to work correctly. Those who live on the hope of “tomorrow’s devices” will no doubt find information on ARM’s next gen “Eagle” processor particularly interesting. The top-o-the-line processor in the Droid, Pre, and iPhone 3GS is that of the ARM Cortex A8. It’s a 600MHz screamer that oozes speed. Just because they have a champ right now doesn’t mean ARM is standing still. And rightfully so. With several other mobile CPU manufacturers gunning for that coveted “top spot”, ARM can’t afford to stand still.

Now, about that Eagle processor. Initially it will be based on ARM’s 28-nanometer process and eventually slimmed down further on their up coming 22-nanometer process. We all know that smaller chips means money saved and better efficiency so I’ll pass on any deeper details there. What’s really going to excite you is the multi-core action and “high-end” graphics that Eagle will support. Such desktop like performance will truly make the line between desktop and mobile even more blurred as chips get smaller, more powerful, and more energy efficient. And now for the bad part — said chips aren’t going to be available until 2013-2014. Ya, that’s an eternity from now — especially for geeks like me. We want it now now now. Even though I want Eagle and all the hardware that will come with it now, it will be fun to see the advancements made between now and then won’t it? And so we wait…

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So they banned texting while driving? How about…”Computing while driving”?

So what states and governments alike are banning texting while driving. When you are using the Laptop Steering Wheel Desk while swerving through traffic at 90 mph and get pulled over, you can politely tell the officer that there currently isn’t any law against using a computer while driving (to my knowledge). You can also invite him to watch “I Love Lucy” re-runs with you…though I don’t know how well that will go over. Heck, you could probably pipe in a video feed from a camera mounted on your dashboard and go all futuristic. Still, I don’t recommend actually testing it out while driving…obviously.

Jokes aside, the Laptop Steering Wheel Desk is real, and real handy at that — while you’re parked of course. Simply hooking this mobile desk to your steering wheel gives you a sturdy workspace to conduct whatever it is you have to do while in the drivers seat. While I can certainly see the added benefit some would garner from using this in the cars, especially the mobile business people who work out of their vehicles quite often, I’m just as content with sitting in another seat and putting the laptop on my…uhhh…lap. Still, for $24.95, many will find the price just right. Any takers?

• Purchase the Laptop Steering Wheel Desk from Amazon for $24.95

Source: Geek, Craziest Gadgets

Alienware M17X the first earthly “thing” to conquer Chuck Norris?

Old and lame Chuck Norris jokes aside, the Alienware M17X, (which was revealed 4 days early by the way), has a spec sheet that will make any gamer anywhere drool, shake, and seize up in pure and utter shock. What exactly does this beast have that is so awe-inspiring? The list is long…take a breather and come on in.