Microsoft Signs License With ARM 148
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from the armed-and-dangerous dept.
from the armed-and-dangerous dept.
G143 and several other readers let us know that Microsoft has signed a licensing deal with ARM. "Microsoft signed an agreement with the UK-based ARM, giving Microsoft access to some of the chip designer's intellectual property. The two companies have worked together since 1997, but Ian Drew, ARM's EVP of marketing, said this is the first time Microsoft has become a licensee of ARM's architecture, a move which will allow Microsoft to design their own microarchitecture. Other licensees include Qualcomm, Marvell, and Infineon. Neither company would reveal the cost of the license. Speculation about Microsoft's intentions includes wondering whether the company is taking aim at the iPad, or perhaps looking to produce a next-generation Xbox without the 360's heat problems."
Embrace... (Score:3, Funny)
Embrace, extend,... thrive! I guess.
Even more worrisome (Score:5, Funny)
Is the soon to be announced licensing with And A Leg Technologies.
Re:So I guess... (Score:3, Funny)
Pocket XBox, anyone? (Score:4, Funny)
In before the "What's that giant thing in your pocket?" "That's what she said!" engine gets warm.
Re:Pocket XBox, anyone? (Score:3, Funny)
Is that a fire in your pants or are you just happy to see me?
Re:The NINTENDO DS (Score:3, Funny)
"X-Boy" seems to be quite...scary name. And one that they could go with.