Intel launches Centrino 2 with host of chipset improvements

Intel's Centrino 2 platform hit the market today, bringing with it new processors, a new chipset, and a variety of OEM design wins. Manufacturers will undoubtedly be rolling out Centrino 2 products in the near future, especially with back-to-school approaching, but is Centrino 2 worth the wait?Read More...

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