Technology is for Client Service

• Quad core laptops, and into 2009 we will see six core desktops.
  
• We will also see broader adoption of the VGA/DVI replacement technology DisplayPort.
  • What is it?
    • Next generation digital display interface technology.
    • Designed specifically for latest graphics and flat panel displays.
    • A VESA industry standard that assures future extensibility while preserving backwards compatibility.
      
  • What does it do?
    • Small USB-sized external connector.
    • Long cable support; up to 15 meters.
    • High performance; WQXGA at 10-bit color.
    • LCD panel direct internal connection.
    • Optional audio and HDCP.
    • Interoperability with DVI and HDMI over DisplayPort connector.
      
  • What version should we expect?
    • DisplayPort 1.1
      • Product avail Q407/Q108
      • Can support multiple displays, but with single image across the displays
        
    • DisplayPort 1.x (probably 1.2)
      • Spec expected to be available ~1H09; Product available ~2H09.
      • Additional features from version 1.1.
      • Optional smaller connector to support mobile devices.
      • Faster auxiliary channel allows USB to be carried on DisplayPort.
      • No separate USB cable required between PC and display.
      • Allows for multiple displays with a single output.
      • Supports multiple displays with separate images.
        
    • DisplayPort 2.0
      • Spec expected to be available ~ 1H10; Product avail ~ 2H10.
      • Speed increase (2X video channel).

• Servers, laptops and monitors are all relatively stable right now.
  
• New generation of 3D monitors in the not so distant future.
  • Why?
    • Medical — Surgeons look at tumors, drug designers.
    • Geospatial & Photogrammetry, Geowall, air controllers.
    • Molecular Modeling, Data Visualization, Computer Gaming, Oil & Gas Exploration.
      • Multi-user, wide-angle viewing
  • Example products:
    • A Planar StereoMirror
    • B Favalora Perspecta 1.9

As you are busy producing work during the first quarter, I’ll watch the new developments in both hardware and software and will help filter through the new announcements and arrivals to help you pick the best technologies to give you a competitive advantage in delivering the best client service.