Intel creates and extends computing technology to enrich lives

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2013 was an exciting year for Intel in the APAC region
Intel made smarter, faster and more secure computing through revolutionary technology
ISEF and Intel Teach awards are annual education initiatives held by Intel

2013 was an exciting year for Intel in the Asia Pacific region. Technology innovation from the region made possible devices with an immersive and personal computing experience. Intel is proud to be a driving force behind this innovation.

Creating and extending computing technology to connect and enrich lives has been Intel’s company vision. This year Intel made a leap forward by delivering next generation processors that changed the way people use and interact with computing technology from interactive signs, smart cars to smartphones, tablets, Ultrabooks and servers. Intel also continued its work to help transform Asia into a global powerhouse through a focus on education, encouraging the adoption of 21st century skills and investing in Asian start-ups and entrepreneurs across the region. In 2013 Intel made smarter, faster and more secure computing possible through the integration of revolutionary technology. The highlight of the year was the release of Intel’s 4th Generation Core Processor, enabling a range of 2 in 1 convertible devices that can act as both a tablet and a PC. Intel Labs conducted research that found PCs are approximately 1.8x faster than they were four years ago. Intel’s Silvermont microarchitecture “It wasn’t just tablets and desktops that surprised and delighted in 2013, the launch of Intel’s Silvermont microarchitecture in May, introduced an innovative 22nm Tri-Gate System-on-a-Chip (SoC) process, promising to deliver significant increases in performance and energy efficiency. Silvermont delivers approximately 3 times more peak performance or the same performance at approximately 5 times lower power over current-generation Intel Atom processor core,” said Intel EM Limited – Sri Lanka Liaison Office Country Business Manager Indika de Zoysa. Intel Atom Processor Z3000 series Another massive release for the device market was the Intel Atom Processor Z3000 series which has been designed for tablets and smart phones. Formally known as Bay Trail, the chip has been designed to increase battery life on high usage devices and allows manufacturers to provide thinner, lighter and more powerful devices at a range of different price points. Continuing Intel’s commitment to consumers to make computing easier, faster and more engaging will continue with the emergence of a whole new sector for home entertainment in 2014. As more and more TV shows, movies and content are created for mobile devices, the media industry is undergoing a massive change across the globe. The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair is one of the world’s largest high school science research competitions, encouraging millions of students to use their imagination to come up with innovative solutions across a range of areas. Young scientists and next-generation entrepreneurs are encouraged to tackle topics ranging from environmental disasters to cancer treatments. This year more than 1,500 students from around the globe were given the opportunity to travel to Phoenix, Arizona to present their ideas. Intel is a world leader in computing innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that serve as the foundation for the world’s computing devices.