AMD Press Releases

AMD ATI Stream Technology Accelerates Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 Workflows

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:08:00 EST

What: AMD (NYSE: AMD) announces the availability of a beta plug-in for the Adobe® Premiere® Pro CS4 software that continues to enhance the performance of a range of complex video editing tasks.1 The plug-in is the result of an ongoing collaboration between Adobe and AMD engineers to take advantage of ATI Stream technology to allocate processing between available system CPU and GPU resources to enable maximum application performance.

AMD Welcomes GLOBALFOUNDRIES' Commitment to Build Industry-Leading Semiconductor Manufacturing Facility in Upstate New York

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:46:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today expressed support for the formal commitment by GLOBALFOUNDRIES to the State of New York for the construction of the Fab 2 project at the Luther Forest Technology Campus (LFTC). Once completed, the project is expected to create more than 6,400 direct and indirect jobs in the region. The project represents the largest public-private sector industrial investment in New York State history and upon completion will be the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facility in the world.

AMD to Webcast Server Platform Q&A Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:56:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it will host a Question & Answer session with Patrick Patla, vice president and general manager, Server and Workstation Business, AMD, on June 10, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time.

AMD Introduces Next Generation AMD Athlon� II Processor, Adds Dual Core to Record-Setting AMD Phenom� II Processor Lineup

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:53:00 EST

Bringing its acclaimed 45nm technology to new high-volume processor designs, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced two new dual-core desktop processors. Building on 10 years of AMD Athlon™ processor innovation, the new 45nm AMD Athlon™ II X2 250 processor gives mainstream consumers exceptional performance, efficiency and value. For enthusiasts and overclockers, AMD also announces the AMD Phenom™ II X2 550 Black Edition processor, the first ever dual-core AMD Phenom II CPU.* With this latest addition to the AMD Phenom II processor family, users can now experience the power of AMD platform technology, codenamed "Dragon," with dual-, triple- and quad-core configurations.

AMD Demonstrates World�s First Microsoft DirectX� 11 Graphics Processor

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:06:00 EST

At a press conference in Taipei, Taiwan today, AMD (NYSE: AMD) publicly demonstrated the world’s first Microsoft DirectX® 11 graphics processor. The series of demonstrations shed new light on the significantly improved computing experience set to debut at the end of 2009.1 The fusion of AMD’s new ground-breaking graphics processors with the forthcoming DirectX 11 programming interface is set to forever change both applications and PC gaming for the better. To illustrate, AMD showed numerous examples of faster application performance and new game features using the world’s first true DirectX 11 graphics processor.

AMD Launches New Chip For Worldwide HDTV-on-the-PC Reception -- Transforms Notebook and Desktop PCs Into Media Entertainment Centers

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:35:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) launched the ATI Theater™ HD 750 PC TV chip offering HDTV viewing capabilities on desktop and notebook PCs around the world using analog, and digital, and free-to-air broadcast signals. ATI Theater HD 750 uses advanced video processing and signal reception technologies for clear HD picture quality, crisp images, high color performance and fidelity for an authentic HD home theater feel on the PC.

New Six-Core AMD Opteron� Processor Delivers Up to Thirty-Four Percent More Performance-per-Watt in Exact Same Platform

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:02:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- June 1, 2009 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced availability of the world’s first six-core server processor with Direct Connect Architecture for two-, four- and eight-socket servers. Six-Core AMD Opteron™ processors (code-named “Istanbul”) extend AMD’s commitment to offering server customers superior value at every price point with unmatched platform flexibility.

AMD to Host Server Platform Update Global Webcast

Fri, 29 May 2009 10:51:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- May 28, 2009 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced a global webcast event on June 1, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Central time where new server platform information will be disclosed. The live webcast can be accessed at http://www.amd.com on the News Room home page, and it will be archived for 10 days following the event.

AMD and Leading Application Providers Make Accelerated Video Experiences Possible for Millions of Consumers

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:06:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced that users of its computing platforms can accelerate new video editing and processing software from a range of developers, designed to vastly reduce the time required to perform increasingly popular, but highly compute intensive tasks like converting a large, high-definition file into something suitable for viewing on a portable media player.

AMD Foundation Announces New AMD Changing the Game Program Partners to Advance Youth Game Development

Tue, 26 May 2009 23:59:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced three new program partners to help develop educational game programs in conjunction with its AMD Changing the Game signature education initiative.

AMD Comments on European Commission Ruling that Intel Violated EU Law and Harmed Consumers

Wed, 13 May 2009 10:03:00 EST

The European Commission today found Intel guilty of abusing its dominant position in the global x86 microprocessor market, saying that �Intel has harmed millions of European consumers by deliberately acting to keep competitors out of the market for computer chips for many years. Such a serious and sustained violation of the EU�s antitrust rules cannot be tolerated.� The Commission also stated that �there is evidence that Intel had sought to conceal the conditions associated with its payments.� The EC decision requires Intel to change its business practices immediately and fines Intel a record EUR 1.06 billion (US $1.45 billion).

AMD Delivers the World's First 1 GHz Graphics Processor

Wed, 13 May 2009 09:27:00 EST

Building on the success of the recently launched ATI Radeon� HD 4890 graphics card -- driven by the world�s most powerful graphics processor¹ -- AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced availability of a factory overclocked graphics processor that is the first to break the 1 Gigahertz (GHz) barrier using standard air-cooling solutions.

AMD Technology Delivers the Ultimate Visual Experience� to Customers Running Windows� 7 Release Candidate

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:05:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today congratulates Microsoft Corp. on the availability of Windows® 7 release candidate (RC), and recommends customers try the next-generation Windows operating system on AMD-based desktop and notebook platforms to experience a truly dynamic visual computing experience.

AMD Tightens Organization Focus on Microprocessor and Graphics Innovation and Platform Leadership

Wed, 06 May 2009 17:56:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced a new operating model that centers the organization on four equally critical functions: products, technology, marketing and customers. The new structure is designed to better optimize AMD's operations to drive industry-leading performance graphics and microprocessors and further integrate the company's x86 processor and graphics technologies.

AMD Releases WHQL Certified Graphics Driver For Windows� 7 on Day One of Windows 7 Logo Program

Wed, 06 May 2009 15:50:00 EST

Underlining the company's leadership in developing hardware and drivers to support the Windows® 7 operating system, AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that its Windows 7 driver has received Windows Hardware Quality Lab (WHQL) certification on the first day of the certifying program.

AMD and Learning Games Network Sponsor A-ha Moment Video Contest

Mon, 04 May 2009 00:04:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) and Learning Games Network today announced the A-HA Moment video contest, a competition for students to demonstrate how video game play can result in serious learning.*

AMD Marks its 40th Year as a Technology Innovator

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:15:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today kicked off activities to recognize 40 years of innovation in the semiconductor industry and its important role as a catalyst for enabling next-generation solutions. May 1, 2009 will mark the official 40-year anniversary of AMD's founding by Jerry Sanders and seven co-founders in 1969. As part of the year-long anniversary celebration, the company is holding a series of contests in the U.S. and Canada as a gesture of thanks to the dedicated customers who have been, and continue to be, key to AMD's critical presence in the processor industry.

AMD TO WEBCAST ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:48:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) will hold its Annual Meeting of Stockholders at 9 a.m. CDT (10 a.m. EDT) on Thursday, May 7, 2009. Forward-looking and other material information may be discussed during the presentation.

AMD Launches the ATI Radeon� HD 4770, World�s First Desktop Graphics Card Utilizing Industry-Leading 40nm Process Technology

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:54:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today launched the ATI Radeon™ HD 4770 graphics processor, a groundbreaking product that harnesses the state-of-the-art 40 nanometer manufacturing process for the desktop PC market, delivering best-in-class performance and energy efficiency at anticipated launch prices as low as $991. The ATI Radeon HD 4770 graphics card is the newest addition to the award-winning ATI RadeonTM HD 4000 series.

AMD Joins Microsoft� System Center Alliance

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:31:00 EST

Today AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced its membership in the Microsoft System Center Alliance and its ongoing commitment to support the Microsoft ecosystem of partners by jointly developing and sharing technologies to advance the development of Microsoft System Center. AMD also continues to develop and support a software plug-in to enable Desktop and Mobile Architecture for System Hardware (DASH) support for desktop and notebook PCs running Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007, Microsoft�s premiere management tool for software deployment and configuration management of business PCs and servers.

New AMD Athlon� X2 7850 Black Edition Delivers Up to 55% Greater Value Over Competing Products*

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:30:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced the AMD Athlon� X2 7850 Black Edition processor, delivering leading technology and strong performance to the mainstream PC user for under $70 MSRP. Focused on designing and developing new products and platforms over the last 40 years, AMD�s unique technologies continue to create compelling user experiences at an exceptional value. As part of this anniversary celebration, the newest addition to the AMD Athlon X2 7000 series of processors delivers a superior dual-core, performance-per-dollar PC experience for solutions at home and at play.

AMD ACCELERATES AWARD-WINNING AMD PLATFORM TECHNOLOGY, CODENAME "DRAGON," WITH NEW AMD PHENOM II X4 PROCESSOR

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:36:00 EST

AMD announced a platform refresh today for Dragon platform technology, including the new AMD Phenom� II X4 955 Black Edition processor. As AMD�s fastest ever quad-core processor, it brings all the capabilities gamers, enthusiasts and do-it-yourselfers have come to expect from AMD, including world record setting performance, high-speed DDR3 memory support and AMD OverDrive� 3.0 technology, giving users more control over their computing experience.

New Workstations Benefit from Performance and Reliability of ATI FirePro� 3D Professional Graphics

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:07:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that its entire line of industry leading ATI FirePro™ professional graphics accelerators are powering all-new OEM workstations for engineering, digital content creation and science professionals. AMD helps ensure that its ATI FirePro professional graphics accelerators maximize application performance and reliability by performing over 90 certifications with leading application providers such as Autodesk and Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks.

AMD Offers Glimpse of the Datacenter's Future with Game-changing Server Platform Roadmap

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:36:00 EST

At the AMD Opteron™ processor Sixth Anniversary event at its Sunnyvale campus, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced game-changing new additions to its server platform roadmap and a significant acceleration in roadmap execution.

AMD Honors Earth Day with Introduction of AMD's Lowest Available Power Band for Quad-Core Server Processors for Cloud Computing

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:06:00 EST

Rushing in a new era of power efficiency, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron� EE processor with AMD�s lowest x86 quad-core server power band. The new 40W ACP processor is designed for very dense data center environments such as those built for cloud computing, web serving, or other highly dense environments. It offers a full suite of virtualization and power management capabilities so customers do not have to compromise on feature sets in order to deploy very low power servers.

AMD Reports First Quarter Results 2009

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:01:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today reported first quarter 2009 results. For financial reporting purposes, AMD consolidates the operating results of GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. in its results as of March 2, 2009 and has created the Foundry segment as of the start of the fiscal year. References to "AMD" in this announcement include these consolidated operating results which are reported for GAAP purposes. "AMD Product Company" refers to AMD, excluding the operating results of the Foundry segment and intersegment eliminations.

AMD to Host Global Webcast on Future of Server Technology

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:17:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced a global webcast event for the sixth anniversary of the AMD Opteron™ processor. The live webcast can be accessed at http://www.amd.com on the News Room home page, and it will be archived for 10 days following the event.

AMD Renews Commitment to OpenGL API for Streamlined Application Development

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:00:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced its renewed commitment to the OpenGL 3D graphics API by offering OpenGL 3.0 support in ATI FirePro™ drivers. OpenGL is a leading environment for developing interactive 3D graphics applications. AMD also announced the publication of high value OpenGL extensions backed by a promise of future support for the recently-announced OpenGL 3.1.

AMD Opteron� Processor Upgrade Program Drives Faster Time to Benefit in the Data Center

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EST

Offering partners and customers another cost-effective way to benefit from the performance and efficiency of AMD Opteron™ processor technology, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced a global AMD Opteron Upgrade Program. The program includes 2000 series and 8000 series dual- and Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors along with the upcoming six-core processor codenamed "Istanbul". Channel partners and customers can receive up to a 35% discount in price ($50 off 2000 series, $100 off 8000 series) by upgrading the generation of their AMD Opteron processor, providing a fast upgrade path to improve performance and energy efficiency within the data center without needing to replace and buy entirely new systems.

ATI FirePro� 3D Graphics Accelerators Offered On Top-To-Bottom Line of HP Workstations

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:50:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that its top-to-bottom line of industry-leading ATI FirePro™ graphics accelerators are now featured in the new HP Z Workstations. Graphics professionals who use and demand interactivity with complex 3D models in engineering, digital content creation and scientific fields now can take advantage of the new ATI FirePro ™ V7750, as well as the ATI FirePro™ V3700 and ATI FirePro™ V5700 graphics accelerators in the new HP Z400, Z600 and Z800 Workstations.

AMD Unveils ATI Radeon� HD 4890, the Most Powerful Graphics Processor in the World

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 18:01:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the ATI Radeon™ HD 4890 graphics card, driven by the world’s most powerful graphics processor. The newest addition to the award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4000 series boasts a whopping 1.36 TeraFLOPs of compute power, superior GDDR5 memory, and super-high engine clock speeds capable of nearly 1GHz. The advanced design of the ATI Radeon HD 4890 delivers the best game experience in its class, including the latest ground-breaking DirectX® 10.1 titles. In addition, with the introduction of the ATI Radeon HD 4890, AMD continues to enhance its “Dragon” desktop platform technology, designed to provide exceptional value to OEMs, channel partners, and do-it-yourself (DIY) consumers.

AMD Demonstrates Optimized Executions of Havok Middleware on AMD platforms

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 18:04:00 EST

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NYSE: AMD) and Havok, the premier provider of interactive software for physics simulation and content development, are presenting new, optimized executions of Havok’s physics middleware on AMD platforms at the 2009 Game Developers Conference. The demonstrations include the first OpenCL supported execution of Havok Cloth™.

AMD Announces Next-Generation, Platform-Agnostic Tools for Increased Game Development Efficiency

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:54:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of GPU PerfStudio 2.0, a free, platform-agnostic, next-generation AMD graphics application development tool for game developers, obtainable through a closed beta program. GPU PerfStudio 2.0 has been designed from the ground up to easily integrate with existing projects, and help to identify and resolve performance issues early in the development cycle. With these tools, AMD is bringing its unparalleled understanding of 3D graphics technology and the leadership of its line of ATI Radeon� graphics cards to bear on the development process.

AMD Demonstrates Live Migration between Three AMD Opteron Processor Generations with Industry-Leading Virtualization Capabilities

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:03:00 EST

Continuing its momentum and leadership in virtualization technology, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NYSE: AMD) today released the first video and images demonstrating live migration across three generations of AMD processors on VMware ESX 3.5, including the Six-Core AMD Opteron™ processor code-named “Istanbul.” Live Migration of virtual machines across physical servers is key to providing superior flexibility for managing today’s data centers. Additionally, AMD is highlighting its continued, cooperative development efforts with Microsoft as evidenced in Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V™, which is available today as a beta and adds support for AMD-V™ technology with Rapid Virtualization Indexing. The new 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor provides scalable performance for both Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V and Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 and has received support from all four global OEMs.

AMD Hosts Virtualization Webcast with Industry Partners

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:49:00 EST

As part of “Virtualization Ecosystem Month,” AMD’s month-long celebration of virtualization technology and the innovation of its virtualization partners, AMD is hosting a webcast with three leading virtualization software companies to discuss and answer questions about hardware-assisted virtualization.

AMD Supports Microsoft Windows� 7 in ATI Catalyst™ 9.3 Unified Driver, Delivering Unsurpassed Stability and Key Performance Enhancements

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:54:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today released Windows� 7 driver support as part of the latest ATI Catalyst 9.3 unified graphics driver. ATI Catalyst 9.3 represents the industry�s first unified driver installation package to incorporate Windows� 7 support, including Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 1.1 compliance, bringing with it a host of benefits for developers currently testing and updating applications using the widely available Windows 7 beta release. In addition, the inclusion of Windows 7 drivers sends a clear message to the millions of AMD graphics customers worldwide � ATI Catalyst 9.3, and every planned future release of ATI Catalyst, is ready for the final release of Windows 7.

AMD Announces Shipment of the 50 Millionth Graphics Processor for the Wii� From Nintendo

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:13:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced that the 50 millionth ATI 'Hollywood' graphics processor for the Wii™ game console from Nintendo shipped today. With 50 million units delivered, the ATI graphics processor code-named 'Hollywood' becomes the most successful AMD game console chip to date in terms of unit sales.

AMD Named to "100 Best Corporate Citizens" List by CRO Magazine

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:13:00 EST

Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) today announced it has been named to CRO Magazine’s “100 Best Corporate Citizens” list for 2009. AMD secured the #46 ranking.

New ATI FirePro� Graphics Accelerator Brings Outstanding Energy Efficiency to Multiple Display Environments

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:10:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the ATI FirePro™ 2450, a low profile quad display graphics accelerator that consumes minimal power, delivering exceptional power efficiency. Designed to operate at less than 18 watts, the new graphics accelerator is another example of AMD’s leadership in energy efficiency.

Bruce Claflin Appointed AMD Chairman of the Board

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:09:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced today that Bruce Claflin has been appointed Chairman of its Board of Directors. Mr. Claflin replaces Hector Ruiz, who retired from AMD’s Board in conjunction with assuming the position of Chairman of the Board of “The Foundry Company”. Mr. Claflin has been a member of AMD’s Board of Directors since August, 2003.

AMD to Host a Webcast in Relation to the Closing of The Foundry Company Manufacturing Joint Venture Transaction

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:05:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Bob Rivet, Chief Operations and Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call at 1 p.m. PT (4:00 p.m. ET) on Thursday, March 5, 2009 to discuss the plans for AMD’s financial reporting, starting in the first fiscal quarter of 2009, taking into account the consummation of The Foundry Company manufacturing joint venture.

AMD Closes "Asset Smart" Transaction � Fulfills Vision to Create Two Leadership Companies Capable of Delivering Transformative Innovation and Impact to the Global Technology Industry

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:09:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it has closed its Asset Smart strategic transaction with the Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) and Mubadala Development Company of Abu Dhabi, setting the stage for the formal launch of the world�s only U.S.-headquartered semiconductor foundry, temporarily called �The Foundry Company.� The Foundry Company is expected to formally launch and disclose its new name and visual identity later this week.

AMD Hosts Discussion: Business Case for Cloud Computing

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:45:00 EST

At tomorrow's IDC Cloud Computing Forum in San Francisco, AMD (NYSE: AMD) will host a panel discussion on "Building the Business Case for Cloud Computing: Understanding the Opportunities and Benefits." Representatives from Accenture, Amazon, AMD, Red Hat, The Shumacher Group, and IDC analyst Frank Gens will discuss strategies to successfully plot and initiate a cloud computing course. In addition, panelists will explore how cloud computing helps companies advance capacity and capabilities without significantly increasing investments.

AMD Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting of Stockholders Until Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:50:00 EST

AMD [NYSE: AMD] announced today at its Special Meeting of Stockholders at the Hilton Austin Airport, 9515 Hotel Drive in Austin, Texas that the Special Meeting of Stockholders has been adjourned until 10:00 a.m., Central Standard Time, on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at the Hilton Austin Airport, 9515 Hotel Drive in Austin, Texas. At that meeting, a stockholder vote to approve the issuance of AMD shares and warrants pursuant to the Master Transaction Agreement will take place.

AMD Extends the Mainstream Value of Dragon Platform Technology with 45nm AMD Phenom II Triple-Core Processors and Foundation for Memory Transition

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:25:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) extended the value and lifespan of its heralded Dragon platform technology today with five new additions to its AMD Phenom™ II processor family, including the industry’s only 45nm triple-core processors and three new AMD Phenom II quad-core processors. These AMD Phenom II processors deliver choice and lay the foundation for memory transition; they fit in either AM2+ or AM3 sockets and support DDR2 or next generation DDR3 memory technology. AMD continues to enhance the Dragon platform technology value to OEM and channel partners as well as Do-It-Yourself (DIY) consumers who build and customize their own PCs.

AMD to Webcast Special Meeting Of Stockholders

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:53:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) will hold a Special Meeting of Stockholders at 10 a.m. CT (11 a.m. ET) on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at the Hilton Austin Airport, 9515 Hotel Drive in Austin, Texas.

Hot Hardware Recognizes ATI FirePro V8700 Workstation Graphics Card

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 06:09:00 EST

“ATI definitely chose the right GPU to use for the re-launch of the Fire-series of products. The FirePro is a massive shot in the arm for the product line and delivers on almost every front.” – from Chris Connolly, Hot Hardware Dec 4, 2008

AMD CMO Nigel Dessau Addresses the Evolution of Technology Trends in Keynote at Handelsblatt Annual Congress

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:47:00 EST

Today at the Handelsblatt Annual Congress in Munich, AMD (NYSE: AMD) Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Nigel Dessau addressed an international audience of CIOs and senior IT managers in a keynote that examined how trends in x86 computing are impacting the way companies operate. Highlighting new 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors launched yesterday as well as the recently announced AMD platform for ultrathin notebooks, Dessau discussed how emerging technologies are transforming both server and client computing environments. Dessau also explored how these trends are driving new approaches to how IT is managed, with cloud computing in particular helping to re-imagine how data is stored, served and accessed.

AMD Foundation and Games for Change Unveil Online Toolkit to Help Organizations Create Games on Social Issues

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:38:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of Let the Games Begin: A Toolkit 4 Making Social Issue Games, which helps nonprofit organizations to create social issue games on such topics as the environment, energy consumption, poverty and health. Produced by Games for Change with support from the AMD Foundation's AMD Changing the Game initiative, the toolkit includes examples of successful games with social content as well as in-depth presentations by key game-design experts. The toolkit is free of charge and available at www.gamesforchange.org/toolkit.

AMD Helps Customers Counter Rising Data Center Power and Cooling Expenses

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:33:00 EST

Addressing the number one challenge for data center managers¹, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced widespread availability of five new low-power 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ HE processors. At 55-watt ACP, these new highly efficient processors help meet the industry’s rising demand for low power, cost-saving data center technology. Now available in eight server systems from HP, the new processors can help customers immediately recognize power savings and increased virtualization performance. Rackable Systems will also have Quad-Core AMD Opteron HE processor-based servers available immediately and additional systems from global OEMs including Dell, Sun, and other solution providers are expected later this quarter.

AMD Reports Fourth Quarter 2008 and Annual Results

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:29:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today reported fourth quarter 2008 revenue from continuing operations of $1.162 billion. Fourth quarter 2008 revenue decreased 35 percent compared to the third quarter of 2008 and 33 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2007. Fourth quarter 2008 revenue was down 28 percent sequentially, excluding third quarter 2008 process technology license revenue of $191 million.

Qualcomm Acquires Handheld Graphics and Multimedia Assets from AMD

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:27:00 EST

Qualcomm Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM) and AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Qualcomm has acquired certain graphics and multimedia technology assets, intellectual property and resources that were formerly the basis of AMD’s handheld business. The acquisition enhances Qualcomm’s multimedia capabilities, allowing Qualcomm to strengthen its leadership position in delivering more advanced products that redefine next-generation mobile user experiences.

AMD Offers New Package Features for Embedded Markets

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:06:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced immediate availability of the AMD Sempron™ 210U and 200U processors for embedded systems. These new processors are available with five year longevity that is standard for AMD embedded components and feature lidless Ball Grid Array (BGA) packaging with the low power and high performance of AMD's Direct Connect Architecture.

AMD Lone Star Campus Receives LEED Gold Certification

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:15:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced its Lone Star campus in Austin, TX has achieved a gold certification under the U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™. Based on current certified projects, this is the largest gold certified LEED® commercial building in Texas.

Visually-Rich Experiences Take Center Stage During AMD�s Industry Insider Series Keynote at CES International 2009

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:30:00 EST

Today at CES, AMD (NYSE: AMD) President and Chief Executive Officer Dirk Meyer delivered an Industry Insider Series keynote demonstrating how AMD collaborates with leading industry innovators to help create unsurpassed visual computing experiences featuring richer content, greater interactivity and expanded accessibility using cloud computing.

AMD Supercomputer To Deliver Next-Generation Games and Applications Entirely Through the Cloud

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:23:00 EST

Today at CES, AMD (NYSE: AMD) President and Chief Executive Officer Dirk Meyer and OTOY Chief Executive Officer Jules Urbach unveiled a plan to revolutionize the deployment, development and delivery of HD content through the "AMD Fusion Render Cloud", a massively-parallel supercomputer. The announcement took place during AMD's Industry Insider Series keynote at the Las Vegas Hilton Theater, where AMD was joined on stage by industry luminaries such as Lucasfilm, Dell, HP and Electronic Arts.

AMD Releases the Dragon, Desktop Platform Technology Provides Users with Soaring Performance for Less Than $900 USD

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:12:00 EST

CES, LAS VEGAS -- January 8, 2009 --Empowering consumers to get elite-level computing performance for under $900 U.S. dollars(2), AMD (NYSE:AMD) today launched �Dragon� platform technology for desktop PCs featuring the new AMD Phenom� II X4 processor. Even the most demanding users such as enthusiasts and high-end gamers desire affordable systems capable of delivering HD entertainment, graphic-intensive game play at the highest settings their monitors can handle, as well as quick and easy transfer of video entertainment to and from mobile devices. Dragon platform technology provides the power to do it all by combining AMD�s highest-performing CPU, the AMD Phenom II X4 processor, with award winning ATI Radeon� HD 4800 Series graphics and AMD 7-Series chipsets. And it�s offered at an incredible value with Dragon-based systems available for up to $1,200 U.S. dollars less than competing systems that deliver comparable performance.(1)

Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) Clears Path for Creation of "The Foundry Company"

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:25:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) and the Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) announced today that they had obtained clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States ("CFIUS") regarding the creation of The Foundry Company, their leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing joint venture. CFIUS also has determined that the proposed additional investment in AMD by Mubadala is not a covered transaction subject to CFIUS review.

AMD Delivers Groundbreaking Platform for Ultrathin Notebooks

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of the AMD platform for ultrathin notebooks, enabling exceedingly thin and light OEM designs with rich entertainment capabilities at an affordable price. Previously codenamed “Yukon,” the platform is based on the new AMD Athlon™ Neo processor, ATI Radeon™ X1250 integrated graphics and optional ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3410 discrete graphics² and brings true HD entertainment¹ to a new category of stylish notebook PCs. The AMD platform debuts within the HP Pavilion dv2 Entertainment Notebook PC ultrathin notebook, which measures less than one-inch thick and weighs less than four pounds. The HP Pavilion dv2 also comes equipped with a 12.1-inch diagonal LED BrightView display, nearly full-size keyboard, and optional external optical disc drive with Blu-ray capability.

Momentum for Microsoft DirectX 10.1 Grows with Major Game Titles, Next-Generation 3D Game Engines, and Windows 7 API

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:37:00 EST

Today, Microsoft® DirectX® 10.1 graphics leader AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced expanded support for DirectX 10.1 from a number of developers, demonstrating growing momentum for the most advanced Microsoft graphics API Layer to date. GSC Game World released a DirectX 10.1 patch for their newest game title, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Clear Sky, bringing with it frame rate improvements of up to 10 percent while at the same time enhancing the visual experience of the game. On the heels of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Clear Sky announcement, game engine developer Unigine Corp. announced the availability of Tropics, a downloadable demonstration of its Unigine game engine that showcases the ability to deliver photorealistic virtual environments utilizing the power of DirectX 10.1. Lastly, Microsoft announced at the Professional Developers Conference the use of the DirectX 10.1 API in the Windows® 7 Windows Desktop Manager.

New AMD Opteron Videos

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:22:00 EST

Check out the new AMD YouTube channel – AMD Shanghai Express. Watch new Quad-Core AMD Opteron demos, focused on power efficiency, cloud computing and virtualization technology. Additional content includes tier-one OEMs discussing important issues facing business and trends in the server market. Also, customers talk about the benefits of Quad-Core AMD Opteron in their virtualization, database and web serving environments. Plus more.

http://www.youtube.com/user/AMDShanghaiExpress

Europe is turning into a Continent of Content-Craving 'Connect-aholics'

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:50:00 EST

Across Europe, we are transforming into a continent of content-craving 'connect-aholics', according to the findings of the AMD European Connectivity Study of over 5,000 online respondents. Sponsored by AMD (NYSE: AMD), in conjunction with independent research company, YouGov, 77% of respondents said they could not live without daily access to the internet.

AMD Dominates Top 10 Supercomputer Sites and Provides the Muscle for World's First Entirely x86-based Supercomputer to Achieve Petaflop Performance

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:18:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that its Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors are powering "Jaguar", the first ever wholly x86-based supercomputer to achieve the petaflop performance milestone. AMD Opteron processors now help drive seven of the Top 10 supercomputer systems in the world.

AMD Set to Release Free Software Giving Millions of ATI Radeon� Owners New Way to Run Demanding Computing Tasks Faster than Ever(1)

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:40:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that starting next month, the company plans to release for download a free ATI Catalyst™ driver update that instantly unlocks new ATI Stream acceleration capabilities already built into millions of ATI Radeon™ graphics cards.

AMD Promotes New Products, Strong Execution and Focused Innovation at 2008 Financial Analyst Day

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:04:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 13, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today hosted its 2008 Financial Analyst Day at its headquarters in Sunnyvale, Calif. Senior executives, including President and Chief Executive Officer Dirk Meyer, reported on the company’s progress toward sustainable profitability by sharing information on AMD’s product, marketing, manufacturing and operational initiatives.

AMD Announces Widespread Availability and Broad Global OEM Support for New Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:39:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced widespread availability of its 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor, delivering up to 35 percent more performance with up to a 35 percent decrease in power consumption at idle. With IT decision-makers looking to do more with less, the newest Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor can help drive data center efficiencies and reduce complexities with innovations that offer superior virtualization performance and increased performance-per-watt. Global OEMs are expected to immediately offer enterprise and SMB customers more than 25 systems, available between launch today and the end of the year, based on the 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor, codenamed "Shanghai."

AMD and Red Hat Demonstrate Live Migration of Virtual Machines Across Vendor Platforms: See For Yourself

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:03:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 6, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD), in collaboration with Red Hat, today demonstrated for the first time “live migration” of a virtual machine across vendor platforms. Live migration enables the movement of running virtual machines (VMs) from one physical server to another without disrupting service to the end user, something that, till now, has only been demonstrated across systems based on one vendor’s platforms. Today’s live migration demonstration moves a live VM from an dual socket Intel Xeon DP Quad Core E5420-based system to a system based on the forthcoming 45nm Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor, utilizing Red Hat’s high-performance open source virtualization software. See the demonstration on the AMD Unprocessed YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuhU6jJjpAQ or on AMD at http://www.amd.com/amdlivemigration01.

AMD Powers World's First ATI CrossFireX High Performance Notebook by Alienware

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:02:00 EST

High-performance gaming notebook manufacturer Alienware is putting two powerful ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3800 series graphics processors from AMD (NYSE:AMD) in the Alienware M17 notebook PC. The Alienware M17 is the world's first notebook from a major manufacturer to include the raw horsepower of AMD's award-winning ATI CrossFireX™ multi-GPU technology with Microsoft® Direct® X 10.1 support.

AMD Appoints Former HP Exec Alberto Bozzo to Head EMEA Region

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:18:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced the appointment of Alberto Bozzo as corporate vice president and general manager of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Reporting to Emilio Ghilardi, AMD chief sales officer, Bozzo will have responsibility for all sales and marketing operations within EMEA. Bozzo starts his new role in January 2009. Bozzo, 44, brings more than 20 years of experience with HP, where he was most recently the vice president of HP�s multi-billion dollar go-to-market consumer business unit in EMEA.

AMD Broadens Sustainability Commitment with Eighth Annual Global Climate Protection Plan

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:17:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced its eighth annual Global Climate Protection Plan (GCPP), which outlines the company’s ongoing strategy and goals to maximize energy efficiency, help lower costs and minimize its environmental impact. Recognizing that climate change presents a range of complex risks to the global community, AMD’s 2008 report expands on previous reporting levels to include analysis and data on new initiatives and projects. The report also outlines how, after exceeding its commitment from 2002-2007 to reduce normalized greenhouse gas emissions in its operations by 40 percent and normalized energy consumption by 30 percent, AMD has since recommitted to reduce its normalized greenhouse gas emissions by 33 percent and normalized energy usage by 40 percent by 2010, relative to a 2006 baseline year.¹

AMD Completes Sale of Digital TV Business to Broadcom

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:16:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced completion of the sale of its Digital TV (DTV) processor business to Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM).

Global Cloud Computing Customers, Partners Leverage Quad-Core AMD Opteron� Processors to Increase Business Opportunities, Enhance Service Quality and Deliver Energy-Efficient Solutions

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:15:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that it is providing its Quad Core AMD Opteron™ processor for Windows® Azure™ Compute Service, the cloud service operating system which is featured this week at PDC, as well as its selection as a key processor partner for cloud computing solutions by leading global web-based companies such as STRATO and DAUM Communications. Cloud Computing Environments (CCE) provide an opportunity for companies to increase capacity and capabilities without significantly increasing investments in software, personnel or infrastructure. The Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor with AMD Virtualization™ (AMD-V™) technology and Direct Connect Architecture was selected because of its ability to deliver significant performance-per-watt efficiencies, successfully handle heavy peak workloads without sacrificing performance, enable massive cloud scaling and offer a reliable foundation that helps global, web-based CCE better manage the demands of a 24/7 uptime for enterprises large and small.

AMD Promotes Bob Rivet to Chief Operations and Administrative Officer, Emilio Ghilardi to become Chief Sales Officer

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:14:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the expansion of key executive roles. Bob Rivet, former executive vice president and chief financial officer, was named chief operations and administrative officer. Emilio Ghilardi, senior vice president and general manager of sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), will assume the role of chief sales officer at the beginning of 2009.

AMD Launches ATI Radeon� HD 4830 Graphics Card for Cutting-Edge DirectX� 10.1 Game Play at less than USD$150

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:06:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the ATI Radeon™ HD 4830 graphics card, raising the performance bar for graphics cards priced at less than $150 (USD)1 and presenting gamers with even more affordable access to award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series performance. Like all ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series products, the new offering delivers class-leading game performance1 and superior HD multimedia capabilities, as well support for the latest DirectX® 10.1 games soon to be released for the holiday season.

AMD Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:38:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today reported third quarter 2008 revenue from continuing operations of $1.776 billion, including process technology license revenue of $191 million. Third quarter 2008 revenue increased 32 percent compared to the second quarter of 2008 and 14 percent compared to the third quarter of 2007.

AMD Confirms U.S. Department of Justice Has Closed Its Antitrust Investigation of the Graphics Industry With No Action

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:56:00 EST

On October 10, 2008, the U.S. Department of Justice informed AMD [NYSE: AMD] and ATI Technologies that it has closed its investigation into ATI Technologies’ pricing and marketing practices in the sale of graphics processing units (“GPUs”). On December 1, 2006, AMD announced that ATI had received a subpoena from the U.S. Department of Justice.

AMD and Advanced Technology Investment Company of Abu Dhabi to Create New Leading-Edge Semiconductor Manufacturing Company/Mubadala increases investment in financially-stronger AMD, which is simultaneously unlocking the value of its manufacturing assets

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:55:00 EST

AMD [NYSE: AMD] and the Advanced Technology Investment Company (ATIC) of Abu Dhabi today announced the creation of a U.S.-headquartered, leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing company to address growing demand for independent, leading-edge foundry production capabilities. The new global company, to be temporarily called "The Foundry Company", will serve this need by combining advanced process technology, industry-leading manufacturing facilities and aggressive plans to expand its global capacity footprint. At the same time, the Mubadala Development Company will increase its current investment in AMD to 19.3 percent on a fully diluted basis.

AMD TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT CORPORATE ANNOUNCEMENT

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:55:00 EST

Company to conduct a call for media and industry analysts.

ATI Radeon HD 4550 and ATI Radeon HD 4350 Graphics Cards Load Up Compelling Gaming and Multimedia Features

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:55:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the introduction of the ATI Radeon™ HD 4550 and ATI Radeon™ HD 4350 graphics cards, the latest additions to the award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4000 series graphics line up. These feature-rich graphics cards deliver exceptional gaming and HD multimedia performance at value prices. Both cards are based on the same technology found in the celebrated ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series, including support for the latest DirectX® 10.1 games and superior HD multimedia capabilities.

AMD Infuses Corporate Brand with the Power of "Fusion"

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:54:00 EST

Global "The Future is Fusion" corporate brand campaign focuses on AMD's unique ability to ignite next-generation solutions through innovation leadership, customer collaboration and industry impact. Consumers, especially PC gaming fans, can see and experience the power of Fusion on their PC desktop via the AMD Fusion for Gaming utility beta, a freely available software download that allows gamers to experience greater performance on AMD-based PCs with a simple click of a button.

AMD Infuses Corporate Brand with the Power of "Fusion"

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:54:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today launched a new corporate brand campaign under a new tagline, "The Future is Fusion." The campaign is intended to focus on how the unique AMD combination of technologies, coupled with close relationships with computer manufacturers and a deep understanding of customer needs, results in exciting next-generation capabilities and experiences at work, at home, and at play.

AMD Stream SDK Simplifies Programming for Developers Accelerating Applications

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:54:00 EST

The newly released AMD Stream SDK 1.2 provides developers with increased ease-of-programming and broader support for key software and hardware standards, helping developers to better leverage the massive compute power across AMD's GPU and Stream Computing products.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors Prove to be Optimal Choice for Virtualization

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:53:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors now power 37 platforms from global OEMs, nine of which are designed with virtualization in mind. With Dell’s latest M905 PowerEdge blade server introduced today, AMD and Dell can claim the only 16-core x86 server to support 11 tiles or 66 Virtual Machines (VM) in VMmark performance testing¹. The new server is now available along with the Dell PowerEdge M805 blade. Both servers are uniquely designed to leverage AMD-Virtualization™ (AMD-V™) technology for enhanced virtualization performance to help businesses maximize valuable datacenter real estate.

AMD Empowers Professional Graphics Users with Must-Have Features and Price-Performance Leadership

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:53:00 EST

Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Digital Content Creation (DCC) professionals who require maximum performance from their workstations can turn to AMD (NYSE: AMD) and the powerful new ATI FirePro™ V8700 graphics accelerator, which provides a 40 percent performance gain¹ for memory intensive applications. Additionally, the new ATI FirePro™ V3750 delivers superior performance in an entry class professional graphics accelerator. Delivering on the AMD commitment to the professional graphics market, these products join the ATI FirePro family of professional graphics accelerators introduced last month at Siggraph 2008 in Los Angeles: ATI FirePro™ V5700 and ATI FirePro™ V3700.

AMD Introduces the ATI Radeon HD 4600 Series Graphics Cards for the Masses, Delivering Up To Double the Game Performance of the Competition at the Same Price

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:53:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the ATI Radeon™ HD 4600 series, mainstream graphics offerings that deliver exceptional gaming and HD multimedia performance while consuming less power than a standard light bulb.2 Comprising the ATI Radeon™ HD 4670 and the ATI Radeon™ HD 4650 graphics cards, the ATI Radeon HD 4600 series leverages the leading technology found in the award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series, including support for the latest DirectX® 10.1 games, superior HD multimedia capabilities and industry leading performance-per-watt3, all delivered at affordable prices for the mainstream graphics segment. The combined features and technologies and incredible prices makes the ATI Radeon HD 4600 series a superb all-around performer, ideal for playing the latest games or driving a high quality home theatre entertainment experience.

AMD Imageon M180 Media Processor Powers Stunning Multimedia in the New LG KC550 5 Megapixel Mobile Phone

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:52:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that the AMD Imageon™ M180 media processor is powering the ultra-fast, high-resolution image processing, DVD-quality video and high-definition audio features in the new LG KC550 mobile phone. AMD's innovative processor technology helps enable LG to deliver the latest multimedia features that consumers demand.

AMD Delivers Optimum Platform for Virtualization with Microsoft

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:52:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of robust new virtualization solutions powered by a combination of technologies from AMD and Microsoft Corp. This new deployment model uses AMD Opteron™ processors with AMD Virtualization™ (AMD-V™) technology together with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V to deliver significant efficiencies to enterprises large and small. Mid-market companies in particular, which have traditionally been slower to implement virtualization, can take advantage of the combined AMD and Microsoft product offering to help reduce cost, complexity and energy consumption.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors to Power New HP Blade Technology

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:52:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors exclusively power the innovation behind the world’s first blade server designed specifically to eliminate performance bottlenecks for virtual server hosting, the HP ProLiant BL495c virtualization blade. Businesses requiring the flexibility to support more virtual machines per server can now choose from a broad suite of Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor-based servers from HP, ranging from blades to high-performance multi-processor platforms. With today’s launch of the HP ProLiant BL495c, 35 systems based on Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors are now shipping from global OEMs.

New ATI FirePro Graphics Accelerator Boosts Application Performance up to 200 Percent Over Previous Generation

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:52:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today raised the bar for Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Digital Content Creation (DCC) application performance with the announcement of two new professional graphics accelerators – ATI FirePro™ V5700 and ATI FirePro™ V3700. As a part of that announcement, AMD also introduced a new brand for the company’s professional graphics accelerators, ATI FirePro™, reflecting AMD’s continuing and evolving commitment to the professional graphics market.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor Sets New Benchmark for Virtualization Performance on the VMware Platform

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:51:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- August 25, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it has achieved the top spot on the 16-core VMware® VMmark™ virtualization benchmark for x86 servers with the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor-based HP ProLiant DL585 G5. AMD now holds the top three spots on the 16-core VMmark benchmark.* This latest result is further proof that Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors provide a high-performance virtualization solution that allows data center managers to make large-scale virtualization deployments and do so at an attractive price point.

Broadcom to Acquire Digital TV Business from AMD

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:51:00 EST

IRVINE and SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- August 25, 2008 --Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, and AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement for Broadcom to acquire AMD's digital TV (DTV) business.

AMD Works with Leading Developers to Drive High Performance DirectX� 10.1 Gaming

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:51:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that leading game developers are working with AMD to create a new generation of game titles utilizing Microsoft DirectX® 10.1 to deliver improved features and performance, and an overall better game experience. Developers including Electronic Arts Phenomic Studio and its forthcoming fantasy online real-time strategy game Battleforge™, SEGA and its futuristic military real-time strategy game Stormrise, and NHN Games and its 3D role-playing game Cloud 9, all exploit DirectX 10.1 for advanced gaming performance and visual realism. Only AMD graphics offer top-to-bottom DirectX 10.1 support: the ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 series and the new ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series.

AMD Launches World's Fastest Graphics Card

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:50:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the world’s fastest graphics card, the ATI Radeon™ HD 4870 X2, advancing visual computing ever closer to eye-definition computing gaming and cinematic experiences and delivering a whopping 2.4 teraFLOPS of processing power. Also announced today is the ATI Radeon™ HD 4850 X2 graphics card, delivering blistering performance at a compelling price point.

AMD and Blizzard Entertainment� Join Forces in Strategic Global Agreement

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:50:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- August 12, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Blizzard Entertainment® that will allow AMD to bundle Blizzard’s best games across all ATI Radeon™ graphics products, to deliver a superior gaming experience. As the exclusive graphics sponsor for BlizzCon™ 2008 in Anaheim, Oct. 10-11, AMD will treat gamers to the unparalleled graphics capabilities of the ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series in all PCs for game play at BlizzCon™.

AMD Drives Adoption of Industry Standards in GPGPU Software Development

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:50:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced efforts to help further increase the ease and efficiency of software development using AMD Stream™ processing with an extensive set of upgrades planned for future versions of the Stream Software Development Kit (SDK).

The Best Gets Better: AMD Extends Its Desktop Platform Advantage for Performance PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:50:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced the availability of the industry’s preeminent performance desktop platform, the AMD 790GX. Packing a host of innovations, the AMD 790GX integrates advanced performance tuning for AMD PhenomTM processors, plus ATI RadeonTM HD 3300 graphics - the world’s fastest motherboard graphics processor (mGPU) – to take media aficionados beyond HD. In addition to AMD validation, independent testing of the AMD 790GX chipset shows significant increases in AMD Phenom processor performance2 via the introduction of Advanced Clock Calibration technology. Versatile graphics options include ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology, which pairs the on-board ATI RadeonTM HD 3300 graphics with a discrete graphics card from either of the ATI Radeon™ HD 3400 series or ATI Radeon™ HD 2400 series graphics cards; or ATI CrossFireX™ multi-GPU technology, to enable multiple discrete graphics cards to work together to satisfy gamers demanding the best in 3D performance at maximum display resolution.

AMD Announces Continued Support for the Next-Generation Notebook Platform with New Toshiba Satellite Laptops

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:49:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced growing OEM support for its next-generation notebook platform with the addition of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division’s consumer laptops built on the next-generation AMD notebook platform. Toshiba’s Satellite laptop PC series is offered with different models of the AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors, AMD 7-Series Chipsets, and leading-edge wireless solutions based on the draft 802.11n specification.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors Deliver World-Record Web Performance

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:49:00 EST

Demonstrating its superior ability to handle the strenuous and increasing demands placed on today’s high-traffic Web-based businesses, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that the power- and cost-efficient Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor Model 2356 and Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor Model 8356 now hold the top x86 web performance records for both 2P and 4P servers, as measured by the SPECweb®2005 benchmark. These records demonstrate that Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors deliver the ideal platform for dynamic web-based businesses to help scale with peak loads, improve server utilization, minimize data center power consumption and deliver next generation Web 2.0 infrastructure.

AMD Board of Directors Elects Dirk Meyer President and CEO

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:49:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that its board of directors elected President and COO Dirk Meyer as the company's chief executive officer. Meyer succeeds Hector Ruiz, who will become executive chairman of AMD and chair of the board of directors. As executive chairman, Ruiz will ensure a smooth executive leadership transition, focus on driving the company's asset smart strategy to completion, and assist with high-level government and strategic partner relations.

AMD Reports Second Quarter Results

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:49:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today reported second quarter 2008 revenue from continuing operations of $1.349 billion, a seven percent decrease compared to the first quarter of 2008 and a three percent increase compared to the second quarter of 2007. As part of its previously communicated review of its non-core businesses, AMD decided to divest its Handheld and DTV product businesses, and therefore is classifying them as discontinued operations¹ for financial reporting.

AMD Recognizes Fujimi as top World Class Supplier with Pathfinder Award

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:48:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced that Fujimi Corporation earned the company's prestigious Pathfinder Award for Best Manufacturing Materials Supplier. AMD also recognized five other suppliers with Achievement Awards. Teltec GmbH and EHWA Diamond Ind. CO., LTD., JSR Micro N.V, Siliconware Precision Industries Co., Ltd (SPIL), and Phoenix Precision Technology Corporation (PPt) were all named as winners of Achievement Awards. The winners will receive the awards at separate ceremonies in Dresden, Germany and Markham, Canada.

AMD Expands The Ultimate Visual Experience Combining Exceptional HD Graphics, HDTV, and HD Video for PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:48:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today expanded The Ultimate Visual Experience™ for North America with the ATI All-In-Wonder™ HD, combining award-winning ATI Radeon™ Premium graphics and ATI TV Wonder™ HD tuner technology card in one PCI Express® 2.0 solution. As the newest multimedia powerhouse to join the long line of All-In-Wonder offerings, ATI All-in-Wonder HD transforms the PC into a highly immersive digital video recorder for HDTV¹ and analog TV, plus expands the realm of exceptional gaming with cinematic HD graphics for mainstream PCs. Blu-ray™ disc playback can be enjoyed in full HD glory (1080p) thanks to ATI All-in-Wonder HD’s unified video decoder (UVD) technology, ensuring movies play back smoothly and with incredible detail².

AMD Delivers OpenGL Performance Increase for Linux Professional Graphics Customers

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:48:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced new ATI Catalyst™ drivers with major performance enhancements to ATI FireGL™ professional graphics cards. Availability of this enhanced 8.49.7 Linux driver represents a significant leap for Linux customers seeking improved performance of CAD and digital content creation applications that can offer up to approximately 33 percent faster OpenGL performance than the previous driver.¹.

AMD Delivers World's First TeraFLOPS Graphics Chip

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:48:00 EST

The ATI Radeon™ HD 4800 series represents a new milestone in graphics architecture, with 800 cores providing the horsepower to drive cinema-quality realism in all aspects of visual computing.

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AMD Appoints Emilio Ghilardi to Head EMEA Region

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:47:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the appointment of Emilio Ghilardi as senior vice president and general manager of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Ghilardi will report to Gustavo Arenas, AMD chief sales officer, and will have responsibility for all sales and marketing operations within EMEA. Ghilardi will start in his new role in mid-August, 2008.

AMD Demonstrates the Cinema 2.0 Experience, Punches Hole in Sensory Barrier Separating Cinema and Games

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:47:00 EST

At a press conference June 16, 2008, in San Francisco, AMD (NYSE:AMD) demonstrated a milestone achievement in ultra-realistic and interactive visual computing through the processing power of its forthcoming teraFLOPS (trillion floating point operations per second) graphics chip, codenamed "RV770".

AMD Appoints Gustavo Arenas Chief Sales Officer

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:47:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the appointment of AMD Senior Vice President Gustavo Arenas to AMD chief sales officer, effective immediately. Reflecting AMD's commitment to re-architect its business for sustained profitability, Arenas' charter includes ensuring coordination and collaboration among the company's regional sales organizations and between those organizations and AMD's global customers. Arenas reports to the Office of the CEO.

AMD Opens New Austin Campus

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:46:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today officially opened the doors of its new “Lone Star” campus in Austin, Texas, and announced that Westcave Preserve, Hill Country Conservancy, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at The University of Texas at Austin have been selected as the final grant recipients of the company’s $3 million commitment to preserve critical open space in Central Texas. Representatives from these conservation organizations joined AMD employees, community leaders, environmental design experts, Austin Mayor Will Wynn and Governor Rick Perry, in a ceremony to officially open the new 870,000 square foot, 58-acre Austin campus at 7171 Southwest Parkway.

AMD Announces Growing Support for its Next-Generation Notebook Platform with Eight New HP Notebooks

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:46:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced growing OEM support for its next-generation notebook platform with the HP introduction of four consumer and four commercial AMD Business Class technology-based notebook PCs. These HP notebooks feature new AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors with ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 Series Graphics for superior 3D performance and HD1 image quality with leading-edge wireless solutions based on draft 802.11n.

AMD and Havok to Optimize Physics for Gaming

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:46:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) and Havok today announced plans to jointly investigate the optimization of physics effects utilizing AMD's full line of products.

AMD Next-Generation OpenGL� ES 2.0 Graphics Technology Achieves Industry Conformance

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:44:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that it has reached a new milestone in the mobile graphics industry as the first 3D graphics technology provider to achieve OpenGL® ES 2.0 conformance certification. AMD OpenGL ES 2.0 mobile graphics technology, which will be included in AMD processors, is based on the same AMD Unified Shader Architecture powering the Microsoft® Xbox 360™ video game console.

AMD Stream Processor First to Break 1 Teraflop Barrier

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:44:00 EST

At the International Supercomputing Conference, AMD (NYSE:AMD) today introduced its next-generation stream processor, the AMD FireStream™ 9250, specifically designed to accelerate critical algorithms in high-performance computing (HPC), mainstream and consumer applications. Leveraging the GPU design expertise of AMD's Graphics Product Group, AMD FireStream 9250 breaks the one teraflop barrier for single precision performance. It occupies a single PCI slot, for unmatched density and with power consumption of less than 150 watts, the AMD FireStream 9250 delivers an unprecedented rate of performance per watt efficiency with up to eight gigaflops per watt.

AMD Pushes Mac� Based Visual Computing Beyond HD

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:44:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the new ATI Radeon™ HD 3870 for Mac® & PC Edition, delivering the power to go beyond high-definition visual computing for work and play. Optimized exclusively for Apple Mac® Pro systems, the ATI Radeon HD 3870 Mac & PC edition can help drive productivity with built-in 256-bit 512MB GDDR4 frame buffer memory and 320 stream processors to deliver maximum performance for graphics-intensive applications such as 3D modeling, animation and games. Users also can expand visual workspace using twin dual-link DVI ports to connect two 30” Apple Cinema HD displays®.

Commercial Channel Partners Embrace the Quad-Core AMD Opteron Series 1300 Processor

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:43:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced significant support for the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ 1300 Series processor from channel partners focused on enterprise and small and medium businesses as well as high performance computing (HPC) markets. The AMD Opteron 1300 Series processor provides the latest in enterprise-class performance and numerous energy efficient features for single processor servers and workstations, a key market focus for many leading system builders.

AMD at Computex Taipei

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:43:00 EST

AMD brings the world’s largest PC Industry tradeshow to you -- wherever you are. Check out the live broadcast of our June 4 press conference. Can’t make that? View the recording on-demand. Comment on Pat Moorhead’s daily Computex Blog. Join our Facebook community and Twitter feed. Check out our user-generated videos and photos from AMD and partner booths from the show floor. View, download, join, comment, socialize.

AMD Next-Generation Notebook Platform Marks New Era of Mobile Visual Performance

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:43:00 EST

Optimized to enable an exceptional HD visual performance and power-efficient mobility, the next generation AMD notebook platform combines the AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processor and ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 Series Graphics to meet consumers’ and business professionals' evolving needs for greater visual performance at home, at work and at play.

AMD Announces Revolutionary External Graphics Solution for Notebooks

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:42:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced ATI XGP™ (External Graphics Platform) Technology, a new external PCI Express® (PCIe) 2.0 graphics platform, designed to deliver enthusiast-class desktop graphic performance and true multimedia upgradeability to notebooks¹. ATI XGP is an exclusive technology that capitalizes on PCIe 2.0 to deliver enthusiast-class graphics via a connected cable to an externally powered and cooled device. This unique innovation delivers up to 4.0 Gbyte/s in each direction in bandwidth communication between the notebook and external graphics, whereas previous consumer level external solutions were limited in graphics bandwidth². ATI XGP is fully optimized for new AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra notebook platforms, also announced today.

ATI PowerXpress Now Delivering Increased Graphics Performance and Energy Efficiency to Notebook Consumers

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:42:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that ATI PowerXpress™ users can double or triple the performance of the integrated graphics processor¹ when plugged into a wall socket or extend their battery life by over an hour while on the go². Previously announced earlier this year as a variant of ATI Hybrid Graphics Technology for notebook computers, ATI PowerXpress allows notebook users to manually or automatically switch between an ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3400 series discrete graphics processor and an integrated AMD M780G with ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 graphics without rebooting their notebook. ATI PowerXpress features can also be accessible and user configurable via the Catalyst™ Control Center. The first notebooks to take advantage of ATI PowerXpress are available from Fujitsu-Siemens Computers.

AMD Announces its Highest-performance Mobile Graphics Chip Ever for HD Visual Computing on the Go

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:42:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3800, tripling top-of-the line graphics performance in comparison to the previous generation ATI Mobility Radeon™ GPUs¹. Joining the previously announced ATI Mobility Radeon™ 3000 family, the new ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3800 series offers notebook manufacturers the ability to deliver fast graphics performance, energy-efficient 55nm graphics processor technology, amazing video playback, and, for the first time ever, ATI CrossFireX™ technology for a mobile graphics solution. ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3800 series coupled with the AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Processors, the AMD 7-Series Chipset, and industry-leading wireless technologies like 802.11n Draft 2.0 form the next-generation AMD notebook platform, also announced today, for the ultimate in HD visual performance on the go.

AMD Delivers the Ultimate HD Visual Performance on the Go with Next-Generation Notebook Platform

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:42:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of its next-generation notebook platform, delivering the ultimate HD visual performance and increased energy efficiency on the go. The platform features new AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors with ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 Series Graphics for superior 3D performance and HD image quality, with industry-leading wireless for greater throughput and range. AMD customers overwhelmingly embrace the new platform, as evidenced by more than double the number of design wins compared to the last major AMD Turion processor introduction. These new notebook designs come from leading OEMs including Acer, Asus, Clevo, Fujitsu, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, HP, MSI, NEC and Toshiba.

AMD Launches New Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors for One-Socket Servers and Workstations

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:41:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- June 3, 2008 --Addressing customer demand for higher performing, uni-processor x86 solutions, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced three new Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ 1300 Series processors for one-socket servers and workstations. Global tier-one OEMs including HP and Dell plan to incorporate the new processors into upcoming platforms, and global supercomputer leader Cray is now shipping Quad-Core AMD Opteron 1300 Series processor-based Cray XT4™ systems and upgrading some of the world’s fastest supercomputers to incorporate Quad-Core AMD Opteron 1300 Series processors.

2007 AMD Open Architecture Challenge Announces Winners

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:41:00 EST

Cape Town, South Africa -- June 3, 2008 --Architecture for Humanity and AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the winners of the 2007 AMD Open Architecture Challenge: Digital Inclusion, a global competition to develop technology facilities for communities in need, from the 50x15 Africa Partner Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. The competition received 566 registered entries from 57 countries. The winners, including one overall competition winner and two regional site winners, were determined by an international review board of jurors comprised of architects, technologists, and community members. The overall competition winner and Africa challenge site winner are The Global Studio of Seattle, WA, USA, for its design of a technology media lab and recording studio for SIDAREC, located in an informal settlement of Nairobi, Kenya. With the construction of this media lab, Lucy Mathai and George Onyango, both founders of SIDAREC, hope their community will become “the next Silicon Valley.”

AMD Foundation Launches

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:41:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the launch of AMD Changing the Game, the first initiative of the newly formed AMD Foundation. The AMD Changing the Game program is intended to improve critical technical and life skills by teaching kids to develop digital games with social content. The program is rooted in AMD’s commitment and experience in supporting education with the company’s passion and expertise in the gaming industry. The program’s launch accompanies AMD’s sponsorship and participation at the Fifth Annual Games for Change Festival to be held June 3 - 4 at Parsons The New School for Design in New York City.

T2K Open Supercomputer Systems with Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors Now in Operation

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:40:00 EST

AMD Japan (NYSE: AMD) today announced the official start of operation of the T2K supercomputer systems featuring Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors and with specifications developed jointly by the University of Tsukuba, the University of Tokyo, and Kyoto University. These T2K systems were delivered to the University of Tsukuba by Cray Japan Inc. and Sumisho Computer Systems, to the University of Tokyo by Hitachi Ltd., and to Kyoto University by Fujitsu Ltd.

AMD to Broadcast Live Press Conference at Computex 2008 in Taipei, Taiwan

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:40:00 EST

At Computex 2008 in Taipei, Taiwan from June 3-7, AMD plans to deliver multimedia representations of its Computex news and views via the web to interested media and industry influencers, including those unable to attend.

IBM Unveils Three Energy-Efficient Servers Powered by Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:40:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced growing industry support for the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor among global OEMs continues with IBM's launch of three updated System x™ servers. Designed to address customer priorities such as energy efficiency, performance, scalability, and virtualization, the Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor-based servers from IBM offer an exceptional power-efficient platform for today's most demanding datacenters.

AMD Continues its Technology Leadership Employing GDDR5 to Fuel Next Generation ATI Radeon Graphics Solutions

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:40:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- May 21, 2008 --AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced the first commercial implementation of Graphics Double Data Rate, version 5 (GDDR5) memory in its forthcoming next generation of ATI Radeon™ graphics card products. The high-speed, high-bandwidth GDDR5 technology is expected to become the new memory standard in the industry, and that same performance and bandwidth is a key enabler of The Ultimate Visual Experience™, unlocking new GPU capabilities. AMD is working with a number of leading memory providers, including Samsung, Hynix and Qimonda, to bring GDDR5 to market.

AMD GAME! Enables Console-like Simplicity for Mainstream PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:39:00 EST

From the company powering the visual experience of the two most popular gaming consoles in the world today¹, AMD (NYSE: AMD) announces AMD GAME!. This program is designed to help consumers select perfectly suited PCs for high-definition gaming. AMD GAME! platforms combine the powerful balance of multi-core processors, exceptional HD digital media², and next-generation graphics processing power. Industry leaders including Acer, Alienware, Logitech and Microsoft are joining AMD to ensure consumers can easily identify PCs that deliver HD gaming and entertainment experiences out of the box.

Special Master Says Intel Must Show Notes to AMD RE Missing Evidence

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:39:00 EST

AMD and Class File Joint Response to Intel's Preliminary Pretrial Statement

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:38:00 EST

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor Family Expands with New Low-Power Options

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:38:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today introduced the industry's first energy-efficient x86 server processors with four processing cores and an integrated memory controller all in a low 55-watt ACP thermal envelope. Blade and rack systems based on five new low-power Quad-Core AMD OpteronÂ™ HE (Highly Efficient) processors are now widely available from global OEMs and solution providers.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron� Processors Widely Available

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:37:00 EST

The widespread availability of the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor marks a new era in the server processor market in terms of performance, virtualization, energy-efficiency and investment protection.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor-Based Systems Now Available from Sun Microsystems

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:37:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced enterprise customers now have more choices for rack-mount and blade systems based upon Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors with the launch of six new innovative servers from Sun Microsystems. All systems are specifically designed to take advantage of the enhanced power management and virtualization capabilities offered with Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors and the overall system efficiency and scalability of AMD’s Direct Connect Architecture.

AMD Updates Its Server Roadmap

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:36:00 EST

AMD has extended the life of its current server platform with the six-core "Istanbul" processor in 2009. Twelve-core "Magny-Cours" added for Socket G34 platform in 2010.

AMD Promotes Randy Allen to Head Computing Solutions Group; Forms Central Engineering Organization

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:36:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced several organizational and executive changes as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to re-architect its business for sustained profitability.

Dell Virtualization Servers Featuring Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors Now Available

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:36:00 EST

One of the industry’s most scalable virtualization servers is now available from Dell and based on the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced. Enterprise customers interested in consolidating server infrastructure may turn to two new virtualization servers from Dell utilizing Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors, including the Dell PowerEdge R905 which set a new standard in VMmark performance testing with 60 virtual machines. The innovative new Dell servers take advantage of AMD Direct Connect Architecture to reduce bottlenecks, minimize latency and increase the performance of virtualized applications to maximize the benefits of virtualization.

AMD Expands Charter for the OpenSolaris OS and Sun xVM at the AMD Operating System Research Center

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:36:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that its Operating System Research Center (OSRC) has expanded its focus to include optimization and tuning advancements for Sun Microsystems’ OpenSolaris Operating System and Sun xVM Virtualization family of products. This extends AMD’s commitment to work together with technology software partners to ensure that their OS and virtualization software layers are optimized to leverage AMD processor-based platforms’ features. By expanding research and development on the OpenSolaris Operating System, the ORSC expects to help drive increased Solaris OS performance for business customers as well as feature enhancements on AMD Opteron™ processor-based systems.

AMD Senior Vice President of Manufacturing, Doug Grose, Highlights Operations' Efficiency in Keynote Address

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:35:00 EST

CAMBRIDGE, MASS -- May 5, 2008 --In a keynote speech at the Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference, Doug Grose, AMD (NYSE: AMD) senior vice president for Manufacturing, Technology Development & Supply Chain Management, outlined a number of steps the company has taken to improve its manufacturing efficiency and customer-responsiveness.

AMD Collaborates with Raritan to Promote Client Manageability Standards with New Tools to Improve Interoperability

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:35:00 EST

AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced a further step in its commitment to promote open industry standards for client management solutions with new open source tools designed to accelerate adoption of the Distributed Management Task Force (DMTF) Desktop and Mobile Architecture for System Hardware (DASH) standard. AMD collaborated with Raritan, a leading provider of IT management solutions, to assist hardware, firmware and console vendors in bringing DASH solutions to market as quickly as possible by delivering a DASH software development kit (SDK) and reference implementation. Products developed with these tools are designed to reduce the cost of managing desktop and notebook clients for businesses by decreasing development time and improving interoperability, allowing faster time-to-market and higher quality management products.

Blog from AMD VP of Advanced Marketing

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:35:00 EST

Patrick Moorhead, VP of Advanced Marketing, provides honest insight on the most technical aspects of consumer products available today and tells what he really thinks consumer products should offer in the future.

AMD Extends Energy Efficient Leadership with 45-Watt Dual-Core AMD Athlon� X2 Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:34:00 EST

Building on its long-term leadership in promoting energy efficient computing for both consumer and business solutions, AMD announced two new 45-watt processors, the Energy Efficient AMD Athlon™ X2 4450e and AMD Athlon X2 4050e.

AMD Delivers Three New AMD Phenom� X3 8000 Series Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:34:00 EST

AMD announces the availability of the desktop platform, formerly codenamed “Cartwheel,” and the addition of three new AMD Phenom™ X3 8000 series triple-core processors for the Ultimate Visual Experience™. This announcement is followed by availability of the industry’s most complete and compelling line-up of multi-core desktop processing solutions.

AMD Delivers Complete and Balanced Solutions for Desktop PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:33:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of three new AMD Phenom™ X3 triple-core processors that, when combined with the AMD 780 series chipset, can give consumers a full HD experience and visually stunning gaming and digital performance. As the world’s only triple-core x86 processor, AMD Phenom X3 processors bring multi-core technology to a broader audience in search of desktop processors that easily handle today’s multi-threaded digital entertainment workloads.

AMD Wins Engadget Award

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:33:00 EST

The ATI TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuner has won Editors’ Choice Award for 2007 Peripheral of the Year from Engadget.
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AMD Reports First Quarter Results

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:33:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- April 17, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today reported first quarter 2008 revenue of $1.505 billion, a net loss of $358 million, or $0.59 per share, and an operating loss of $264 million. These results include an impact of $50 million, or $0.08 per share, from ATI acquisition-related charges. First quarter revenue decreased 15 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2007 and increased 22 percent compared to the first quarter of 2007. In the fourth quarter of 2007, AMD reported revenue of $1.770 billion, a net loss of $1.772 billion, and an operating loss of $1.678 billion. In the first quarter of 2007, AMD reported revenue of $1.233 billion, a net loss $611 million, and an operating loss of $504 million.

Blog from AMD Chief Marketing Officer

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:32:00 EST

Nigel Dessau, AMD CMO, blogs about best practices in marketing and what's going on at AMD.

Dell Now Offering Five Server Platforms Based on Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:32:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) is now offering five server platforms based on high-performance, energy-efficient Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors. This news follows last week’s announcement that Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors are generally available, and brings the number of available global OEM platforms based on the new processors to 13. Additionally, AMD is announcing today that VMware has completed qualification of Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors for use in VMware ESX and ESXi hypervisor deployments, enabling customers to leverage the latest in VMware virtualization on these server systems.

Welcome to The Ultimate Visual Experience�

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:32:00 EST

AMD innovation brings you The Ultimate Visual Experience™ across HDTVs, handhelds, and all PC price points by combining processing power with HD graphics for the best in digital entertainment and accelerated computing.

First Eight OEM Platforms Featuring Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processors Now Available

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:31:00 EST

Delivering new levels in performance scalability, virtualization performance and energy efficiency, AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced customers can get the Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor today in systems from HP as well as other system providers. The recently-launched HP ProLiant G5 platforms represent the first of many systems that are expected to be available in the coming weeks from global OEMs and system builders based on the Quad-Core AMD Opteron processor.

Extensive Selection of Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor-based Platforms Available in Channel Today

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:31:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced availability and widespread shipping of Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor-based server systems among its channel partners. Ten AMD Validated Server Program platforms are also available and shipping today, addressing customer demand for the business-focused advantages of systems based on Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors. These systems all deliver the benefits of AMD Direct Connect Architecture– energy efficiency, performance, scalability, and virtualization performance.

AMD Provides Quick Time-to-Market Platform for Growing Networked Storage Market

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:31:00 EST

ORLANDO, FL -- April 7, 2008 --At the Storage Networking World conference AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced availability of the first Reference Design Kit (RDK) for the Storage Bridge Bay (SBB) 2.0 Specification based on the AMD Athlon™ processor. This RDK can simplify the design process and provide a standardized platform powered by AMD's unrivaled Direct Connect Architecture. AMD expects to help storage vendors deliver low power, high performance, entry-level networked storage systems while helping reduce time-to-market, allowing them to focus more on specific innovations that their customers require. AMD also today announced an expansion of its embedded product offerings with three new, low power AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core processors for embedded system designs.

ATI FireGL V7700 Workstation Graphics Accelerator with DisplayPort Support

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:30:00 EST

AMD is advancing 3D application performance and improving color reproduction for Computer Aided Design (CAD), Digital Content Creation (DCC) and Medical Imaging professionals.
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AMD Delivers Industry's First Commercially Available 3D Workstation Graphics Card with DisplayPort Support

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:30:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it is advancing application performance with stunning imagery through the introduction of the first commercially available 3D workstation graphics card with DisplayPort support. The ATI FireGL™ V7700 professional graphics accelerator provides superior rendering speed, 3D performance and color fidelity for Computer Aided Design (CAD), Digital Content Creation (DCC) and Medical Imaging professionals. ATI FireGL V7700 delivers the top-quality image quality needed to create photorealistic visualizations of real-world objects and environments —like the design concept for a new aircraft or a home remodel—by providing designers with The Ultimate Visual Experience™.

AMD Launches a Comprehensive Portfolio of Multi-Core Desktop CPUs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:30:00 EST

AMD today announced the availability of the industry’s most complete and compelling line-up of multi-core desktop processing solutions. AMD’s updated desktop processor offerings include five new AMD Phenom™ X4 9000 series quad-core processors and two AMD Phenom™ X3 8000 series triple-core processors. The expanded portfolio of AMD Phenom™ triple and quad-core processors meet the needs of PC users looking for an enhanced computing experience − from digital media enthusiasts to gamers to performance hungry power users.

AMD Launches World's First x86 Triple-Core Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:29:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of AMD Phenom™ X3 8000 series triple-core processors, providing gamers and digital media enthusiasts with exceptional performance at mainstream price points. AMD Phenom X3 processors are designed to improve multi-threaded application performance over dual-core processors at the same clock speed. As the world's only triple-core x86 processor, AMD Phenom X3 processors bring multi-core technology to a broader audience in search of desktop PCs that easily handle today's digital entertainment workloads.

AMD Extends Energy-Efficient Processing Leadership with World's First 65-Watt Quad-Core Desktop Processor

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:29:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of the world’s first energy-efficient desktop quad-core processor, providing customers with a cool and quiet digital media workhorse. With AMD Phenom™ X4 9100e quad-core processors, digital media enthusiasts and performance-hungry users can experience the powerful computing capabilities of a true multi-core architecture with a processor operating at a maximum of 65–watts.

High Performance AMD Phenom X4 Processors Lead the Charge to HD Desktop Gaming and Video

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:29:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced immediate availability of four new high-performance AMD Phenom™ X4 processors for PC users in search of the Ultimate Visual Experience. Led by the AMD Phenom X4 9850 Black Edition processor, each CPU features true quad-core design, and when matched to AMD 790 series chipsets supports up to four award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 3800 series graphics cards. This enthusiast PC platform, codenamed “Spider,” energizes the latest PC gaming titles, speeds high-definition video playback, and delivers amazing performance for advanced productivity and multi-tasking.

AMD Receives First Ever DisplayPort Certification for PC Graphics

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:28:00 EST

Today it was announced AMD (NYSE: AMD) was extending its visual computing leadership with the first availability of products that conform to the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) first DisplayPort™ certification. The certification has been awarded to the ATI Radeon™ HD 3400, ATI Radeon™ HD 3600, ATI Radeon™ HD 3800, ATI FireMV™ 2260 graphics products, and the AMD 780G integrated graphics chipset . As the next generation of PC display connection technology, the DisplayPort interface delivers twice the output capacity of DVI, moving the industry forward to a new generation of brilliant display capabilities.

AMD Appoints Nigel Dessau as Chief Marketing Officer

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:28:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the appointment of Nigel Dessau as chief marketing officer (CMO). He brings 22 years of technology sales and marketing leadership experience at IBM and Sun, and will be responsible for AMD’s global marketing, image and campaign strategies.

AMD Unveils Open Source Eclipse Plug-In to Enable Advanced Java Technology Profiling Functionality

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:28:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- March 18, 2008 --At EclipseCon today, AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced a new plug-in that provides the Eclipse community with increased performance management and monitoring of Java software code. Called "CodeSleuth," this new plug-in delivers the functionality of AMD's CodeAnalyst Performance Analyzer, a powerful suite of tools that analyze software performance on AMD processors, including Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processors. To help ensure that the plug-in is readily available to the Java technology community and evolves with the community's needs, AMD is making CodeSleuth open source and available as a no-charge download within the Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE).

Video: AMD Demonstrates Tomorrow's Mobile Phone Technology

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:27:00 EST

At the 2008 Mobile World Congress, AMD demonstrated new graphics and multimedia technologies such as 3D graphics, mobile TV and video streaming for mobile phones and other handheld devices.

AMD Releases FireMV� 2260 Graphics Accelerator

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:26:00 EST

New FireMV™ 2260 multi-view 2D graphics card delivers optimal visual computing for financial and corporate environments.
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AMD Helps Maximize "Trader Density" in Financial Institutions

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:26:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it is improving the visual experience for financial traders while simultaneously helping to reduce power consumption needs for some of the world’s largest financial institutions. The new ATI FireMV™ 2260 2D workstation and desktop accelerator card enhances "trader density" in financial institutions, where IT managers seek to maximize productivity in every bit of workspace, overcrowded with people and hardware, while improving power consumption and cooling needs.

AMD Appoints Ahmed Mahamoud as New CIO

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:25:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, CA -- March 11, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the appointment of Ahmed Mahmoud as CIO. He brings more than 20 years of enterprise information technology (IT) leadership experience, most recently as vice president of IT at Dell. Mahmoud will be responsible for managing the company’s global technology infrastructure, and will play a key role ensuring that AMD continues to set an example of commercial computing excellence.

AMD and TopCoder Host a Series of Competitions to Advance Multi-Threaded Software Development

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:25:00 EST

Beginning March 12, "Multicore Threadfest" Offers $20,000 Prize Purse and Recognition through Innovation.

AMD Joins Green Energy Group

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:25:00 EST

Some of California's most influential firms have announced this week that they have formed the Green Power Group — California Affiliates group, to promote the use and purchase of green energy in the State. AMD is a member of the group.

AMD CeBIT Video Coverage

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:24:00 EST

View a recap of the AMD news and products covered at CeBIT 2008 in Hannover, Germany.

AMD Takes the Ultimate Visual Experience in PC Gaming to New Heights with CrossFireX

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:24:00 EST

Milestone ATI Catalyst™ 8.3 release unlocks quad- and triple-GPU performance and ATI Hybrid Graphics for Windows Vista®.

Discover AMD @ CeBIT 2008

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:23:00 EST

Check out videos, demos, and launches from AMD at the CeBIT Show in Hannover, Germany from March 4-9. AMD and its partners highlight the exciting world of gamers and enthusiasts.

AMD Launches 780 Chipset

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:23:00 EST

AMD is announcing the availability of the AMD 780G chipset, designed to deliver the ultimate mainstream computing experience.

AMD Demos Quad-Core 45nm Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:22:00 EST

AMD’s Fab 36 has delivered working 45nm Quad-Core processors from the company's 300mm line in Dresden, Germany and devices are running both server and client operating systems at AMD.

AMD 780 Series Gives Mainstream PCs an Innovation Overhaul: Robust 3D Gaming, Ultimate Blu-ray Experience and Energy Efficiency

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:22:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of the industry's most advanced motherboard GPU, the AMD 780 Series, delivering a rich computing experience for casual gamers and multimedia enthusiasts as the core of quiet and energy-efficient PC designs. When paired with an AMD Phenom™ 9000 series quad-core processor or Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core processor, the AMD 780 Series delivers significant enhancements in gaming and high-definition experiences for mainstream PC customers. The AMD 780 Series motherboard GPU is scheduled to be widely available from more than 40 AMD partners at launch. Global OEMs are expected to offer AMD 780 Series-based PCs starting in Q2 2008.

AMD Demos 45nm Native Quad-Core Processors for Server, Desktop

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:22:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) demonstrated at the CeBit electronics exhibition its first 45nm quad-core chips running multiple operating systems and a range of processing intensive applications. The processors were produced in Dresden, Germany, in AMD’s Fab 36 300mm manufacturing facility, using an advanced 45nm process co-developed with IBM.

AMD Supports Microsoft 2008 Launch Wave,"Heroes Happen Here"

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:21:00 EST

Microsoft server applications fuel today's businesses, providing a range of services from powering web servers, handling growing numbers of email, delivering mission-critical data, and keeping the very heart of data center infrastructure working.

AMD Collaborates With Microsoft� on Windows Server� 2008 to Deliver Industry Leading Solution to Customers

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:21:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced it has worked closely with Microsoft throughout the Windows Server® 2008 development process, to deliver the ultimate server solution. Through their strong partnership, both companies have optimized their respective hardware and software technologies to work together to address the demands of today’s global digital economy and meet the computing requirements of businesses of all sizes.

AMD Accelerates Application Development with Inaugural Release of Open Source Performance Library

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:20:00 EST

Partners, customers and open source software developer community encouraged to download new "Framewave" code and start contributing to the project immediately.

AMD at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:20:00 EST

AMD announced an expanded portfolio of products and technologies for tomorrow's mobile phones and handheld devices.

AMD Earns Recognition in Davos

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:19:00 EST

AMD once again makes the list of "The Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World", by Corporate Knights Inc., with Innovest Strategic Value Advisors.

AMD Delivers Enthusiast Performance Leadership with the Introduction of the ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:19:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- January 28, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the immediate availability of the ATI Radeon™ HD 3870 X2 graphics processor, expanding the visual boundaries of PC entertainment well beyond the 1080P High Definition (HD) threshold. The industry's first graphics processor to break the Teraflop (one trillion floating point operations per second) barrier, the ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 nearly doubles the performance of the award-winning ATI Radeon™ HD 3870 introduced in November 2007.

ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:18:00 EST

Experience the power of ultimate HD gaming performance with the ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 GPU - graphics processing designed for ultimate HD gaming.

AMD Discusses Strategy for Energy Efficiency

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:18:00 EST

Interviews with AMD Green Strategist, Larry Vertal, cover AMD approach to best green practices and energy efficient products.

Antitrust Investigation in New York and Idaho

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:17:00 EST

New York began antitrust investigations, in January 2008, in the market for x86 computer processing units (CPU). In Idaho, a private firm filed similar complaint.

AMD unleashes the ATI Radeon HD 3400 and ATI Radeon HD 3600 series, delivering leading-edge graphics technology with full support for DirectX� 10.1, PCI Express� 2.0 and DisplayPort

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:17:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- January 23, 2008 -- AMD today announced the introduction and availability of the ATI Radeon™ HD 3400 and ATI Radeon™ HD 3600 series, the leading-edge entry-level and mainstream graphics processors (GPU) in the ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 series. Ranging in price from USD $49-$65 suggested e-tail pricing (SEP) for the ATI Radeon HD 3400 series and USD $79-$99 SEP for the ATI Radeon HD 3600 series, the new graphics solutions deliver unmatched value to the consumer. Both series continue to advance AMD's leadership by delivering display connectivity through DisplayPort™ integrated into the GPU, allowing AMD to exceed current manufacturing expectations in the industry. As part of the first family of graphics cards built using 55nm process technology, both series provide exceptional performance-per-watt for a quiet and power-efficient experience at unbelievable price points.

AMD Opteron Processor Helping Deliver High Performance Storage Systems

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:16:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, CA -- January 23, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced today that it continues to see strong demand among its commercial storage customers. There are currently more than 20 commercial storage systems available on the market today that rely on AMD's Direct Connect Architecture, including the recently announced Sun Microsystems StorageTek™ 5800 "Honeycomb" system.

AMD Brings the Latest Graphics Technology

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:16:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the ATI Radeon™ E2400, a high-performance graphic processing unit that delivers the latest 2D, 3D and multimedia graphics performance to the embedded market in a solution that reduces footprint, reduces design complexity, and helps speed time to market. The benefits of the ATI Radeon E2400 make it ideal for demanding embedded graphics applications such as test and instrumentation, human machine interfaces (such as Kiosks, Point-of-Sale, and Automated Teller Machines), display walls, patient monitoring, casino and arcade gaming, and various multi-display applications. The new graphics technology is backed by a planned five-year availability and long-term support offering reliability for a variety of applications on operating systems featuring Microsoft DirectX® 10 and OpenGL 2.0.

ATI Radeon� HD 3400 and ATI Radeon HD 3600 series

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:15:00 EST

AMD unleashes the ATI Radeon™ HD 3400 and ATI Radeon™ HD 3600 series, the entry-level and mainstream graphics processors (GPU) in the ATI Radeon™ HD 3000 series.

AMD Increases Choice and Maintains Consistent Platform for Embedded Systems

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:15:00 EST

At the AMD Taiwan Embedded Forum this week, AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced a significant number of platform-stable, energy-efficient additions to its embedded roadmap. The high performance AMD Turion™ 64 X2 Dual-Core processors TL-56 and TL-62 can deliver the exceptional leading edge 64-bit application performance and low power requested by designers in the industrial control, digital signage and point-of-sale embedded markets, while the energy-efficient AMD Sempron™ processor 3700+ offers additional performance in a consistent and very low-power thermal envelope for value-based designs.

AMD Reports Fourth Quarter and Annual Results

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:14:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Jan. 17, 2008 — AMD (NYSE: AMD) today reported fourth quarter 2007 revenue of $1.770 billion, an 8 percent increase compared to the third quarter of 2007 and flat compared to the fourth quarter of 2006. In the fourth quarter of 2007, AMD reported a net loss of $1.772 billion, or $3.06 per share, and an operating loss of $1.678 billion. Fourth quarter net loss included charges of $1.675 billion, or $2.89 per share, of which $1.669 billion were operating charges. The non-cash portion of the fourth quarter charges was $1.606 billion. In the third quarter of 2007, AMD reported revenue of $1.632 billion, a net loss of $396 million, and an operating loss of $226 million. In the fourth quarter of 2006, AMD reported revenue of $1.773 billion, a net loss $576 million, and an operating loss of $529 million.

AMD's Home of the Future

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:14:00 EST

MSN Gear Guy Paul Hochman introduces the family and home of the future. Paul and the family show off upcoming TVs, PCs and gaming consoles.

AMD Unveils Branding For High-End PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:13:00 EST

Antone Gonsalves explains AMD's newest entertainment-enabled hardware.

What's Hot, What's Not At CES

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:13:00 EST

CRN highlights AMD's Smart House in their overview of CES, featuring AMD LIVE! and AMD's Spider platform.

Digital Trends includes AMD in "The Best of CES 2008"

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:12:00 EST

Rob Enderle includes AMD's presence at CES in his "Best of CES" recap.

PC Magazine Features LIVE! Ultra at CES

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:12:00 EST

From CES, PC Magazine writes about AMD's latest announcement about AMD LIVE! Explorer and LIVE! Ultra brand. AMD on Tuesday debuted its LIVE! Explorer software for use in AMD processor-equipped desktops and laptops. The company also debuted the LIVE! Ultra brand, which will give its "Spider" multicore platforms a bit more punch.

AMD's CTO Phil Hester Shows Off High-definition Processing

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:11:00 EST

Gizmodo's Wilson Rothman talks with CTO Phil Hester about high-definition expectations from AMD.

AMD's Phil Hester Blogs on CNET News.com

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:11:00 EST

CTO Phil Hester is a guest blogger on CNET News.com for CES. In this post, sharing his thoughts and observations from the trade show floor, including the innovative technologies we see today and estimations for the future.

AMD Equips OEMs To Deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience With Forthcoming AMD LIVE! Ultra Desktop and Notebook PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:10:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- January 8, 2008 --AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced AMD LIVE!™ Ultra, a new PC brand to help consumers identify forthcoming desktop and notebook PCs designed to deliver the ultimate visual entertainment experience. AMD LIVE! Ultra-branded PCs will be powered by AMD multi-core platforms for desktop and notebook PCs, codenamed “Spider” and “Puma”, respectively. Thanks to innovative AMD technology, such as AMD Phenom™ 9000 Series quad-core processors, forthcoming AMD TurionTM Ultra mobile processors and ATI Radeon™ HD graphics, AMD LIVE! Ultra PCs will be packed with more computing power plus cutting-edge visual performance to meet consumers’ demands for increasingly rich, high-definition (HD) digital entertainment.

CES: AMD lights Puma platform up with hybrid graphics

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:10:00 EST

Advanced Micro Devices today provided further details about its next-generation Puma platform for notebook PCs, which is designed to maximize battery life while meeting the heavy graphics performance demanded by the Windows Vista OS.

AMD: On the road to CES

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:09:00 EST

Scott Carroll from AMD shows a one laptop per child to tech crews on the Podtech Bloghaus bus.

AMD Previews CES 2008

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:09:00 EST

As a preview to the International Consumer Electronics Show, AMD offers a glimpse of CES and first-hand accounts of what consumers want in a computer purchase.

AMD Introduces ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3000 Series - First Microsoft DirectX� 10.1 Graphics Processors for Notebook PCs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:09:00 EST

LAS VEGAS (2008 International CES) -- January 7, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3000 series, a new family of discrete graphics for high-definition gaming and video in notebook PCs. The initial offerings consist of ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3400 series and ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3600 series. ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3000 series allows notebook users to experience the full power of HD through graphics processing designed to satisfy the most demanding mobile users at work and play. Featuring the latest industry-standard technologies, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3000 series is optimized for the forthcoming AMD notebook platform, code-named “Puma”, to deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience™.

AMD Displays Technology Leadership with New AMD Xilleon Panel Processors for Outstanding LCD TV Image Quality

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:08:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- January 7, 2008 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) today unveiled a new family of AMD Xilleon™ panel processors designed to provide unrivaled visual quality in liquid crystal display (LCD) digital TVs. AMD's new panel processors deliver advanced motion compensation and frame rate conversion technology for excellent image processing, resulting in a rich, immersive entertainment experience.

Unleashed: AMD Phenom 9600 BLACK EDITION quad-core Processor With Clock Multiplier Control

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:08:00 EST

AMD has released a new AMD Phenom™ 9600 Black Edition quad-core processor with Clock Multiplier Control and tunable performance. The newest Black Edition processor enables customizable platform performance with AMD OverDrive™ software - the industry's most comprehensive Windows-based performance tuning utility. Priced the same as the recently launched AMD Phenom™ 9600 quad-core processor, the new Black Edition quad-core processor provides increased value and expanded customization options to end-users.

AMD Confirms Fourth Quarter Revenue Guidance

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:08:00 EST

New York -- December 13, 2007 --At its 2007 Financial Analyst Day presentation, AMD (NYSE: AMD) Chief Financial Officer Robert J. Rivet confirmed the company still expects revenue for the current quarter to increase in line with seasonality.

AMD Releases Study Detailing Datacenter Energy Use in Five Regions across Globe; Calls on Industry Partners to Hasten Efficiency Efforts

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:07:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- December 12, 2007 --AMD today released a study revealing shifting patterns in worldwide datacenter energy use at regional levels. The study, which was conducted by Jonathan Koomey, Ph.D., using data from industry analyst firm IDC, documents energy use across five regions: the United States, Western Europe, Japan, Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) and the rest of the world. This new study forecasts datacenter energy consumption, estimating that by 2010 U.S. consumption will decline relative to consumption worldwide.

AMD Hires Industry Veteran Mike Uhler as Vice President of Accelerated Computing

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:07:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, California. -- December 10, 2007 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced respected industry veteran Mike Uhler, former CTO of MIPS, has joined the company as its first vice president of Accelerated Computing. Uhler has extensive experience developing advanced chip architectures and software for designs that combine multiple intellectual property (IP) blocks, as well as a deep understanding of customer requirements across a range of applications.

AMD to Hold Financial Analyst Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:07:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, CA -- December 6, 2007 --AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that it will hold its financial analyst meeting at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET (5:30 a.m. PT) on Thursday, December 13, 2007 in New York. AMD Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Hector Ruiz and members of AMD's management team will deliver key presentations regarding AMD's businesses. Forward-looking and other material information may be discussed during the presentations.

AMD and American India Foundation Collaborate to Connect Children to the Internet

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:07:00 EST

AMD (NYSE: AMD) and the American India Foundation (AIF), today announced the launch of a new 50x15 Learning Lab at the Government High School, Doddanakundi in Bangalore. The new Learning Lab is equipped with AMD Athlon™ Dual-Core processor-based Microsoft IQ PCs and will provide affordable Internet access to more than 200 school children.

AMD Expands R&D Presence in India

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:06:00 EST

BANGALORE, India -- November 29, 2007 --AMD (NYSE: AMD), a leading global provider of innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and consumer electronics markets, today announced the opening of a new silicon design and platform research and development (R&D) facility in Bangalore.

AMD Promotes Phil Rogers to Corporate Fellow

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:06:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 26, 2007 --AMD (NYSE: AMD) announced the appointment of Phil Rogers to AMD Corporate Fellow. In this role, Rogers will continue developing advanced architectures and extend AMD's software capabilities. Rogers' emphasis on enhancing graphics processing unit (GPU) and central processing unit (CPU) interoperability through software and hardware innovations plays a central role in delivering performance optimization and power reduction advances for graphics and computing. Corporate Fellow is the highest level of technical recognition at AMD, and is reserved for those who impact AMD's business opportunities and technical breadth by providing a high degree of expertise, knowledge, creativity, and tactical and strategic direction.

New Enthusiast Products from AMD Command Strong Ecosystem Support

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:06:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 19, 2007 -- AMD (NYSE:AMD) demonstrated broad ecosystem support for several new components introduced today, including next-generation AMD Phenom™ quad-core processors, ATI Radeon™ HD 3800 series graphics processors with ATI CrossFireX™, and AMD 7-Series chipsets. These new advancements from AMD are backed by industry leading components from major ecosystem partners such as AsRock, Asus, Biostar, Club 3D, DFI, Diamond Multimedia, ECS, Foxconn, Gigabyte, HIS, Info-Tek, Jetway, J&W, MSI, NVIDIA, Micron Technology, Palit Multimedia, PCPartner, Qimonda, Samsung Semiconductor, Sapphire, Tul, Visiontek and Uabit and can energize the next generation of computing - meeting enthusiasts and gamers' demands for high-quality HD resolution and responsive performance, while at the same time addressing users' energy efficiency needs.

AMD Introduces World's First Comprehensive, Cutting-Edge PC Platform

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:05:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 19, 2007 -- Rewriting the rules for enthusiast computing, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today unveiled its new platform codenamed "Spider", with the first true quad-core processor supporting scalable graphics for The Ultimate Visual Experience™. The AMD Spider platform combines the introduction of AMD Phenom™ quad-core processors, ATI Radeon™ HD 3800 Series graphics processors with Microsoft DirectX® 10.1 support, AMD 7-Series chipsets with CrossFireX™ and AMD OverDrive™ software. The AMD Spider platform is a major milestone on the path to Accelerated Computing, AMD's vision for platform-level acceleration through co-processing.

AMD Announces $622M Investment by Mubadala Development Company

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:05:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 16, 2007 -- AMD announced today that it has received an investment from a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mubadala Development Company, a strategic investment and development company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Mubadala invested approximately $622 million, receiving 49 million newly-issued shares at a price per share of $12.70, the closing price of AMD common stock on November 15, 2007. AMD received approximately $608 million, after reimbursing Mubadala for approximately $14.6 million in expenses. AMD will use the net proceeds from the sale of the shares of common stock for general corporate purposes including accelerating its long-term, customer-focused growth strategy by investing in R&D, product innovations and manufacturing excellence.

AMD Unleashes Enthusiast Gaming Performance for the Masses with ATI Radeon� HD 3800 Series

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:04:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 15, 2007 -- AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the introduction and immediate availability of the ATI Radeon™ HD 3800 Series of graphics processing units (GPU). As the world's first series of graphics processors to deliver Microsoft's DirectX® 10.1 support, 55nm process technology and tri and quad multi-GPU support with ATI CrossFireX™, the ATI Radeon HD 3800 series ushers in a new era of enthusiast gaming performance at mainstream price points. The ATI Radeon HD 3800 series will be introduced in two variants at launch, from US $179 MSRP, the ATI Radeon™ HD 3850 with 256MB of GDDR3 memory and from US $219 MSRP, the ATI Radeon™ HD 3870 with 512MB GDDR4 memory. The launch of the ATI Radeon HD 3800 series redefines the enthusiast segment and puts high performance gaming in reach of more users than ever before. This innovative new series of graphics products also represent the first step in the launch of AMD's upcoming enthusiast platform codenamed "Spider."

AMD Delivers HDTV Experience for Mac�

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:04:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- November 14, 2007 -- AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the new ATI TV Wonder™ 650 Combo USB for Mac® - a new HDTV experience for Mac users. ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac integrates two TV tuners to receive off-the-air ATSC/HDTV broadcasts as well as analog television programming. This new TV tuner solution joins AMD’s six TV Wonder™ offerings for the PC platform

AMD Announces AMD Core Math Library (ACML) 4.0 with Enhanced Optimizations for Third-Generation AMD Opteron� Processors

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:04:00 EST

Sunnyvale, Calif. -- November 12, 2007 -- AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced significant updates to its AMD Core Math Library (ACML) designed to provide software developers with highly optimized, multi-threaded math routines used by scientific, engineering, business and consumer applications that require maximum performance. Designed for developers and mathematical programmers seeking additional support for multi-threading and complex high performance computing projects, ACML offers support for all major x86 operating environments including Windows®, Linux®, and Solaris. ACML can be downloaded at no charge from AMD Developer Central, an on-line destination for developers seeking support for multi-threading software development projects or x86-based computing projects that demand highly-optimized code.