Why do consumer electronics chips need a multicore, multi-threaded solution?
Tony Massimini, chief of technology at Semico Research Corp.,argues that there is “already plenty of processing power” in chips used in set-tops, IPTV or Blu-ray. While describing MIPS’ 1074K “seemingly an overkill,” Massimini noted, “OEMs want plenty of overhead in order to further enhance the systems.” He added that these products need to be deployed for many years. As content and services continue to develop no one wants to replace a box.” Also, more processing power and multi-core designs enable more efficient operation which can lower overall power consumption, Massimini explained. “This results in less costly heat sinking solutions, inlcuding reducing or eleiminating a fan. Lower power consumption also means a smaller power supply and sleeker designs.” But after all, according to MIPS, ubiquitous web connectivity is driving every new consumer electronics device – ranging from set-tops to Blu-ray and digital TV – to respond to the new usage models (yes, consumers will watch broadc
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