Intel has introduced an upgrade to its Wi-Fi
connectivity technology that speeds connections, increases range
and saves battery life.
The Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N network connection solution is an
upgrade to the wireless component found inside Intel Centrino Duo
mobile chipsets and hardware found in other Intel-based
laptops.
Intel said
that, since notebook PCs increasingly download broadband-intense
content such as movies, videos and music, a more powerful
networking solution is needed.
Based on the draft 802.11n Wi-Fi specification, the Intel
Next-Gen Wireless-N technology addresses that need by offering
users up to five times the performance speed and twice the wireless
range, while providing up to an extra hour of notebook battery
life, when compared to existing solutions.
“Integrating wireless-N technology into notebook computers based
on Centrino Duo with the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, delivers the
speed, coverage and multi-tasking abilities needed for consumers to
enjoy their home networking and digital entertainment,” said Dave
Hofer, director of wireless marketing for Intel’s Mobile Platforms
Group.
Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N technology will be delivered in
conjunction with new notebook computers powered by Intel Centrino
Duo mobile technology from OEMs such as Acer, Asus, Gateway and
Toshiba, that are being distributed with Microsoft Windows Vista
beginning in late January.
Other OEMs will follow, said Intel.
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