This new prototype from Intel has 48 separate processing cores and 1.3 billion transistors and it is the size of a postage stamp. There are effectively 24 dual-core processors on this chip and in theory each separate core could run an operating system. It has been called the Single-chip Cloud Computer and it is based on Intel’s X86 architecture which allows it to run Windows or Linux operating systems.

The chip also has an efficient power system which means it can be divided into areas and different voltages can be supplied according to the need. It is set to be officially available early in 2010 and I’d guess it will be pricey. Microsoft has already put it into their development plans. Intel is already set to clash with AMD as both companies launch 6 core devices in 2010, clearly this race could escalate quite a bit more in the coming years.

Good news for you travelers! Hewlett-Packard has presented the first laptop computer which has passed the 24-hour battery life barrier. The model tested by HP operated continuously for 24 hours on a single battery charge.

The HP EliteBook 6930p has achieved an impressive performance by incorporating high-end technology. The test laptop uses SSD (solid state drive) memory, a mercury-free LED display and an ultra-capacity battery. The components mentioned here can increase it overall battery life up to several hours. The LED display alone gives up to for hours of juice, while the SDD boost the battery life with a 7 percent rate.

To create this high-tech notebook, HP uses the new Intel X25-M and X18-M Mainstream SATA SSDs. The solid state drives offer faster system responsiveness, as well as a low energy consumption while operating.

There is a laptop version that has a starting price of $1,199.00, but it doesn’t include the high-performance features listed above.

via Crave

Who would have expected Intel’s X25-M 80GB SSD to be available this week? Uh wait, we all waited for something from them, so that could have been just the one. It’s a 80GB SSD that goes on sale this week and will start selling for $595. Optimized to boost speed and apparently to save you energy this is a 2.5-inch solid state (SSD) drive, but the company also announced a 3.5-inch version.

But wait coz that’s not all. Apparently Intel thinks this is the “top performing storage solution”. Do you disagree guys? I think it’s a lot to say about it, but we’ll see after the world gets it. – via Cnet

I’m pretty sure over here, that Apple fans are waiting on the big announcement that the MacBook Air is getting Penryn help under the hood. Apparently the company is going to ditch the 65-nm Intel processor special made for them and will go for the “standard” 45nm chips that should run from 2.26 GHz to 3.06 GHz with 1,066 MHz FSB.

Eco-geeks may not love the new models, because it has an increased power consumption. From 20 W to 29 W. Since this is just a rumor right now, I can only add that Intel is going release a few low and ultra-low voltage Penryns in a 22-mm package which will draw less power.

The info, which is from PhoneNews, really makes sense. We demand MBAs with Penryns. But what if we need some better batteries and better GMA X4500 integrated graphics? Can you Apple?

It’s just recently that new info about Intel’s designed for education notebook surfaced. This is how the Eco PC (or the Classmate PC) is going to look. So far it’s rumored to be a 10-inch laptop with a 9-inch display that weighs a little under 3 pounds and will sell for sub-$400. It’s supposed to run on a 900MHz Celeron processors, with 512MB of RAM, a 40GB hard drive, built-in WiFi and Ethernet. It has decent specs for a $400 laptop.

I am sure Intel is trying to take on the OLPC, Asus` Eee PC or any other Eee PC rivals like HP’s 2133 UMPC. We’ll probably have to wait for the official release before we’re certain of what’s inside and can give a verdict. Meanwhile see more photos.

For a full gallery with the Eco PC please see mgminthu‘s photos on Flickr.