➀ EnCharge AI introduces the EN100 accelerator chip, enabling advanced AI inference directly on laptops and workstations without cloud dependency;
➁ The chip utilizes analog in-memory computing, delivering 20x better performance per watt and supporting generative AI/computer vision with 128GB LPDDR memory;
➂ Compatible with PyTorch/TensorFlow, it offers programmable architecture for future AI models, emphasizing security and cost efficiency.
➀ Taiwan Expo 2025 highlighted Taiwan's leadership in electronics innovation through its Taiwan Excellence Pavilion, showcasing cutting-edge products like AI-powered laptops, high-speed SSDs, and advanced conferencing tools;
➀ Key exhibitors included AVer, IPEVO, MSI, Team Group, and Transcend, emphasizing smart living solutions such as the MSI Raider 18 HX gaming laptop and Transcend ESD310 portable SSD;
➂ The event underscored Taiwan's commitment to R&D, quality, and collaboration, positioning itself as a global hub for transformative electronics and digital connectivity.
➀ ASUS NUC 15 Pro features Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and DDR5 6400MHz memory for AI and data tasks, delivering up to 99 platform TOPS;
➁ Equipped with Intel WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, Intel Arc graphics, and security enhancements like Intel vPro and fTPM 2.0;
➂ Compact 0.48-liter chassis supports four 4K displays via HDMI 2.1/Thunderbolt 4, with tool-free upgrades and power-synced monitor control.
➀ AMD expands Ryzen AI 300-series with the budget-friendly Ryzen AI 5 330 featuring a 50 TOPS NPU for Copilot+ PCs;
➁ The quad-core CPU operates at 2.0–4.5 GHz with a Radeon 820M iGPU, prioritizing AI compliance over raw performance;
➂ Targets cost-sensitive markets to boost AMD's AI PC footprint using scaled-down Zen 5/c cores and lower-tier GPU configurations.
➀ The HP OmniBook X Flip 14 delivers strong performance with AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 and 32GB RAM, outperforming Intel-based rivals in benchmarks.
➁ Its 14-inch OLED display offers vivid colors but has moderate brightness, while the lattice-free keyboard may require adaptation for typing accuracy.
➂ Despite ample ports and a premium build, the laptop suffers from short 7.5-hour battery life and noticeable heat under heavy workloads.
➀ Lenovo launches ThinkStation PGX AI workstation with Nvidia GB10 chip and 128GB memory, delivering 1 PetaFLOP performance for AI models up to 200B parameters;
➁ Dual-unit configuration boosts capacity to 405B parameters, competing with Nvidia's Project Digits and Asus/MSI alternatives;
➂ Despite claims of 1 PFLOP at FP4 precision, real-world FP8 performance lags behind Tiny Corp's RTX 5090-based solution at 6x higher cost.
➀ Microsoft will unveil compact 12-inch Surface Pro 11 and 13-inch Surface Laptop 7 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus chips at its May 6th event;
➁ Both devices feature UFS storage (up to 512GB), 16GB LPDDR5x RAM, and limited ports without bundled chargers;
➂ Specs differ from existing models with smaller displays, lower refresh rates, and ARM-based architecture targeting mobile productivity.
➀ A prototype for an E-Bike terminal has been developed at the Hochschule Karlsruhe (HKA) as part of a project aiming for sustainable mobility;
➁ The terminal is constructed primarily from renewable resources (wood) and is designed to be replicable in other locations;
➂ The project includes a solar power system to charge the E-bikes and features social components such as a meeting point for students and staff.
➀ This study explores the development of chitosan-silanized hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) nanocomposite films;
➁ It focuses on their structural, mechanical, and barrier properties;
➂ The research aims to enhance the performance of biodegradable polymer films, overcoming limitations of chitosan.
➀ MinebeaMitsumi has announced a tender offer to acquire thermistor specialist Shibaura Electronics to save it from a hostile takeover bid from Taiwan's Yageo Corp.;
➁ Shibaura Electronics, with a 13.5% world market share in thermistors, is a key player in vehicles, wind turbines, and industrial robots;
➂ Yageo Corp. plans to make a takeover bid on May 7th, offering $29 per share, but MinebeaMitsumi is offering $31 per share, totaling $485 million for the company.
➀ Ed在日记中透露，关税问题让他感到自豪，他预见到这将是Liz Truss故事的翻版，并相应地应对。
➁ 到周二晚上，关税已使全球股市价值蒸发10万亿美元，而到周四早上，股市又上涨了6万亿美元。
➂ 所有金融人士都说，当政府债券开始抛售时，总统将改变方向，就像Liz在她预算后大量出售金边债券时那样。
➀ Silex Technology has launched the AMC Edge System-on-Module (SoM), EP-200Q, which is powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490 processor and offers high-performance edge AI capabilities in a very small form factor.
➁ The EP-200Q integrates Wi-Fi 7 drivers and is optimized for industrial and healthcare IoT devices requiring power efficiency and rapid deployment.
➂ It features an octa-core CPU, Hexagon DSP, and a 12-TOPS AI engine, along with long-term availability through the Qualcomm Product Longevity Program.
➀ Hamamatsu Photonics Europe has launched NZConnectMD Scan, an image acquisition platform for digital pathology workflows.
➁ The software allows for centralized control of multiple NanoZoomer MD Series scanners.
➂ Key features include barcode-based slide tracking, workflow balancing, and space optimization.
➀ Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have developed a new computational model to understand lithium plating in fast-charging lithium-ion batteries.
➁ The model provides insights into the mechanisms of lithium plating on the anode during fast charging, which can lead to quicker battery degradation or even fire hazards.
➂ The findings could guide the design of safer and more durable batteries by optimizing charging protocols and materials based on operating conditions and material properties.
➀ Keysight Technologies has introduced KAI Data Center Builder, a new software suite designed to emulate real-world AI training workloads, aiding in assessing the impact of changes to algorithms, components, and protocols on AI system performance.
➁ The tool helps align hardware design with training algorithms, improving overall system performance by integrating training workloads from large language models (LLMs) and other AI models.
➂ KAI Data Center Builder allows AI operators, cloud providers, and infrastructure vendors to test realistic workloads in lab environments, validate new AI cluster designs, refine partitioning strategies, and optimize performance before full deployment.
➀ U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to create the United States Investment Accelerator Office;
➁ The office aims to negotiate better deals for taxpayers;
➂ There are concerns about the impact on existing contracts and awards.
➀ Alphawave Semi推出了针对高速互连半导体市场的最新光电子解决方案，预计到2028年市场规模将超过40亿美元。
➁ 新产品包括支持PAM4和Coherent-lite调制的数字信号处理器（DSP），以实现AI驱动的高速数据中心数据传输。
➂ 该解决方案利用了Alphawave的WidEye DSP架构和EyeQ高级诊断技术，并提供800G和1.6T的互连能力。
➀ A student at the University of Applied Sciences in Hagen, Melanie Welp, has developed a contactless timing system for Paralympic swimming to prevent injury from head impacts.
➁ The prototype uses an ultrasonic sensor to measure the time at six meters and 50 centimeters before the edge of the pool.
➂ The system has been tested and shown to be possible without causing injury to swimmers.
➀ A trawler caught 7 1/2 times as much fish as with conventional driftnet methods using new electronic fish-finding equipment developed by Kelvin and Hughes (Marine) limited;
➁ The story dates back to 65 years ago, when CERES (Combined Echo Ranging Echo Sounding) equipment was introduced;
➂ CERES combined echo-ranging and echo-sounding to improve fishing efficiency.
➀ e-con Systems has launched a new embedded camera designed for integration with the NVIDIA Holoscan platform, enabling real-time AI-based object detection and recognition.
➁ The camera is ideal for industrial automation, robotics, and medical imaging applications, featuring high-speed and low-latency imaging with e-con's proprietary TintE Image Signal Processor (ISP).
➂ It leverages the NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge powered FPGA board to simplify setup and offload image processing tasks, optimizing GPU resources for AI inference.
