Microsoft's ambitious endeavor to develop custom AI hardware has encountered significant setbacks. The company's next-generation Maia AI chip, internally codenamed "Braga," is now slated for mass production in 2026, a delay from the initially planned 2025 timeline. This postponement not only...
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From an uncertain first step in academia to a coveted position in one of the technology industry's most competitive hardware engineering teams, Jacob Grinshpun’s journey unfolds as a testament to adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and the enduring value of community. As he packs for Seattle...
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As the smart glasses market accelerates into a full-blown competitive landscape, recent developments indicate Apple has not bowed out of the race. Contrary to earlier rumors suggesting the tech giant had ceased work on AR glasses, a fresh wave of leaks and analysis points to Apple crafting...
The recent announcements from Microsoft regarding enhancements to hardware and driver compatibility testing in Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 mark a significant shift in how device makers and developers approach certification for modern Windows platforms. As the company phases...
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This week at WinHEC, we were able to talk to silicon, hardware, and device partners about the advances we are making in Windows 10 to simplify building Windows devices, drivers, and apps. Some of the key advances we disclosed this week include:
The Windows 10 device platform allows IHVs to...
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A new report from the US National Research Council has warned that technology growth will grind to a halt unless a new generation of hardware and software is developed. The catchy-titled “The Future of Computing Performance: Game over or next...