Jacob Roach / Digital Trends I’m sorry to say it, but I’d be lying if I said otherwise. NPUs are useless. Maybe that comes off as harsh, but it doesn’t come from a place of cynicism. After testing them myself, I’m genuinely convinced that there’s not a compelling use for NPUs right now. When you … Read more
Kunal Khullar / Digital Trends The AI era is upon us. With generative AI continuing to push forward, companies like Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm are also talking about the hardware side of the equation. With the introduction of the NPU, which stands for neural processing unit, processes that use AI will be sped up — … Read more
Intel Intel’s Meteor Lake processors represent more than just a new generation. It’s a fresh start for Intel — a cycle it seems to find itself in every few years — and the birth of the AI PC. Most importantly, it’s a sign that Intel can deliver on its road map with a fresh generation … Read more
Intel’s 14th-gen Meteor Lake processors are here, and they’re ready to compete against some of the best processors for laptops. While they don’t currently — and may never — have desktop counterparts, Meteor Lake chips bring improved graphics performance, AI capabilities, and high core counts to thin and light laptops. What’s new in Meteor Lake, … Read more
Luke Larsen / Digital Trends A lot has been made of Intel’s new Meteor Lake chips. They have a new brand, naming scheme, and even new technology in the form of the NPU (neural processing unit). And they come at an important time. The stakes have never been higher for Intel, as it faces competition … Read more
Jacob Roach / Digital Trends The first details about Windows 12 are starting to take shape, and the rumored OS could repeat the biggest mistake of Windows 11. As we’ve heard previously, the new OS will likely have a big focus on AI features. Now, we’re hearing that many of those features will require a … Read more
