Latest news with #KompanioUltra
Mint
3 hours ago
- Mint
Google introduces AI-powered Chromebook Plus 14: Features, specifications, and more
Google introduced the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, a new addition to the Chromebook line-up that features upgraded hardware and AI-powered software tools aimed at improving productivity and user experience. The laptop is now available for purchase in two configurations: a 12GB RAM model priced at $649, and a higher-end 16GB RAM variant with a fingerprint scanner for $749. The Chromebook Plus 14 is equipped with MediaTek's latest Kompanio Ultra processor, which includes what Google claims is the most powerful ARM-based Neural Processing Unit (NPU) ever integrated into a Chromebook. Capable of up to 50 trillion operations per second (TOPS), the chip is built to handle a wide range of AI-driven tasks. The device also offers up to 17 hours of battery life, marking the longest battery performance in the Chromebook Plus range so far. In terms of hardware, the new Chromebook includes a number of firsts. It is the first Chromebook Plus to feature Dolby Atmos support for audio and comes with an OLED display. A fingerprint scanner is included in the higher-spec model. These additions place the device at the higher end of the Chromebook market, positioning it as a tool for users managing multiple tasks and media-related work. New on-device AI features have also been integrated. Smart Grouping, for instance, automatically organises browser tabs and documents into groups based on the user's ongoing tasks. The Gallery app now includes AI image editing, which allows users to remove backgrounds or create stickers directly from their image library with a single click. In parallel with the hardware launch, Google is rolling out several AI features across the wider Chromebook Plus portfolio. These tools are embedded directly into ChromeOS and aim to simplify everyday digital tasks. One such feature is "Select to Search with Lens", which allows users to highlight any part of their screen and get contextual information, such as similar shopping options or explanations, without navigating away from the current page. Another addition, "Text Capture", enables users to extract editable text from images, such as receipts or handwritten notes. This information can then be used to automatically populate calendar entries or generate shopping lists in Google Docs. Meanwhile, the new "Quick Insert Key" offers the ability to generate images or insert photos and emojis directly into documents or presentations, streamlining creative workflows. "Help Me Read" has also received an upgrade. Beyond summarising lengthy passages, it can now simplify dense or technical text, making it easier to understand. These tools are available to all Chromebook Plus users, regardless of model. Customers purchasing a Chromebook Plus will also receive a 12-month subscription to the Google AI Pro plan. The package includes 2TB of cloud storage and access to Google's Gemini AI in Gmail, Docs, and more. Users will also be able to launch NotebookLM, Google's AI research and writing assistant, directly from the desktop shelf. The Chromebook Plus 14 also includes custom wallpapers developed in partnership with NASA. These images depict Jupiter's auroras during different phases such as day, night, sunrise and sunset, and are exclusive to this particular device. Finally, app support has been expanded. Netflix's Squid Game: Unleashed is being optimised for Chromebooks with keyboard and mouse controls, along with exclusive in-game content. Luminar, a popular AI-powered photo editing app, is now supported on Chromebooks and is being offered free for three months with the purchase of any Chromebook Plus model. The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is currently available through Best Buy
Phone Arena
7 hours ago
- Phone Arena
Lenovo's new Chromebook Plus 14 launches today, quietly redefining what ARM laptops can do
Lenovo and Google have teamed up to launch what's being called the most advanced Chromebook Plus yet. The new Lenovo Chromebook Plus is the first to run on MediaTek's Kompanio Ultra chip and introduces a range of AI-powered features for work, learning, and content creation — both online and offline. At the heart of this device is the Kompanio Ultra, an ARM-based processor with a built-in AI engine capable of handling up to 50 TOPS (trillion operations per second). That kind of performance enables many of the Chromebook's new features to run locally, including AI image editing and Smart grouping, which automatically organizes your tabs, files, and apps based on your tasks. Lenovo Chromebook 14 infographic. | Image credit — Lenovo Lenovo says the device is designed for professionals, students, and creatives alike, and it shows. It includes a 14-inch 2K OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, Dolby Atmos audio with quad speakers, and an aluminum build with a backlit keyboard and a large touchpad. You'll also find a 5MP webcam with a privacy shutter, optional fingerprint reader, and support for dual 4K external displays. From a software perspective, the Chromebook Plus 14 integrates deeply with Google's AI tools, many of which are now exclusive to the Chromebook Plus line. Features like Select to search with Lens and Text capture help streamline tasks like identifying objects on screen or extracting information from images. An upgraded Help me read function can now simplify complex language, while a new Quick Insert key lets you generate AI images or drop emojis into documents with ease. Battery life is another highlight. Lenovo claims up to 17 hours of usage on a single charge, and the device weighs just 1.17 kg (2.6 lbs.), making it well-suited for remote or hybrid use. It also includes up to 16GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and a fanless design for quieter operation. The new Lenovo Chromebook 14. | Images credit — Lenovo The Chromebook Plus 14 also comes with a 12-month Google AI Pro plan that unlocks Gemini in Gmail and Docs, 2TB of cloud storage, and access to NotebookLM for writing and research help. Lenovo is also partnering with content creators like Netflix and Luminar to bring desktop-optimized apps and photo editing tools to the platform, with some free trials bundled in. Pricing starts at $649 and the device is now available through and Best Buy. The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 looks like a major leap for ARM-based Chromebooks, thanks to strong AI capabilities and premium design. However, as powerful as it is, it still faces an uphill battle convincing traditional laptop users to shift away from more established Windows or macOS setups — especially at a midrange price point. Still, for those already in the ChromeOS ecosystem, this is a compelling all-in-one upgrade. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Hans India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Mediatek making world's smallest chip
Taipei: Fabless semiconductor company MediaTek will begin production of world's smallest 2 nanometer chips from September this year, a senior official of the company said on Tuesday. At present, the smallest chip in production is of 3 nanometer size. 'We are now moving into 2 nanometers. We will be taking out our first 2 nanometers device in September this year. Of course, this is a high-volume chip,' MediaTek Vice Chairman and CEO Rick Tsai said at global tech event Computex. Tarun Pathak, Research Director, Counterpoint Research said MediaTek's announcement that its first 2nm chip will be 'taped out' in September is a significant achievement, highlighting its strengthening partnership with industry leaders like TSMC. 'This 2nm chip is likely a custom ASIC (application specific chip) or a smartphone, designed for substantial efficiency gains through structural innovations,' he said. Tsai said that in addition to advanced computing devices, MediaTek is moving towards connectivity technologies as well. 'As the world moves gradually into the 6G era, I promise you, 6G technology will come with AI assistance and MediaTek will be in a perfect position to develop, bring up the 6G capability to the world with our AI capability,' Tsai said. He said MediaTek is moving to the really high-end, leading-edge Google's Chromebook. 'Kompanio Ultra, is made in TSMC 3 nanometer process. It delivers 50 tops of AI computing capability and up to 20 hours of all-day battery life,' Tsai said.
Economic Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
MediaTek to start rolling out world's smallest chip from September
Reuters Rick Tsai, CEO, MediaTek Fabless semiconductor company MediaTek will begin production of world's smallest 2 nanometer chips from September this year, a senior official of the company said on Tuesday. At present the smallest chip in production is of 3 nanometer size. "We are now moving into 2 nanometers. We will be taking out our first 2 nanometers device in September this year. Of course, this is a high-volume chip," MediaTek vice chairman and CEO Rick Tsai said at global tech event Computex. Tarun Pathak, research director, Counterpoint Research said MediaTek's announcement that its first 2nm chip will be "taped out" in September is a significant achievement, highlighting its strengthening partnership with industry leaders like TSMC. "This 2nm chip is likely a custom ASIC (application specific chip) or a smartphone, designed for substantial efficiency gains through structural innovations," he said. Tsai said that in addition to advanced computing devices, MediaTek is moving towards connectivity technologies as well. "As the world moves gradually into the 6G era, I promise you, 6G technology will come with AI assistance and MediaTek will be in a perfect position to develop, bring up the 6G capability to the world with our AI capability," Tsai said. He said MediaTek is moving to the really high-end, leading-edge Google's Chromebook. "Kompanio Ultra, is made in TSMC 3 nanometer process. It delivers 50 tops of AI computing capability and up to 20 hours of all-day battery life," Tsai said.
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
MediaTek to start rolling out world's smallest chip from September
Fabless semiconductor company MediaTek will begin production of world's smallest 2 nanometer chips from September this year, a senior official of the company said on Tuesday. At present the smallest chip in production is of 3 nanometer size. "We are now moving into 2 nanometers. We will be taking out our first 2 nanometers device in September this year. Of course, this is a high-volume chip," MediaTek Vice Chairman and CEO Rick Tsai said at global tech event Computex. Tarun Pathak, Research Director, Counterpoint Research said MediaTek's announcement that its first 2nm chip will be "taped out" in September is a significant achievement, highlighting its strengthening partnership with industry leaders like TSMC. "This 2nm chip is likely a custom ASIC (application specific chip) or a smartphone, designed for substantial efficiency gains through structural innovations," he said. Tsai said that in addition to advanced computing devices, MediaTek is moving towards connectivity technologies as well. "As the world moves gradually into the 6G era, I promise you, 6G technology will come with AI assistance and MediaTek will be in a perfect position to develop, bring up the 6G capability to the world with our AI capability," Tsai said. He said MediaTek is moving to the really high-end, leading-edge Google's Chromebook. "Kompanio Ultra, is made in TSMC 3 nanometer process. It delivers 50 tops of AI computing capability and up to 20 hours of all-day battery life," Tsai said. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
