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New Transmeta Chip: "Efficeon"
ddtstudio writes "Oh, "Astro" was such a friendly name -- but it probably had trademark issues. So the alphabet blender came up with "Efficeon" instead. This eWeek story gives the lowdown on what Transmeta is doing apres Linus. There's also a writeup on ExtremeTech."
Does anyone besides me read this as "F-ing Con"? Maybe my problem is that seems like a good description of Transmeta's current business model.
Why do companies like Intel, AMD, and Transmeta keep having to name processors so they sound like they came straight from the mouth of Rob Schneider's SNL character The Richmeister?
The Celer-on, the Opter-on, the Athl-on, the Effice-on.
It's not good for marketing, guys! Everybody hates Rob Schneider!
Until Slashdot fixes the funny modifier, use insightful or interesting. The poster knows your intentions.
The English will be able to enjoy their Efficeon Chips!
That joke is so bad, I'm questioning if I should post it.
Ahhh, whatever!
I propose we stop with these new-fangled blender names. I propose Transmeta call this new chip "The Scotsman."
Nothing is cheaper with the power than "The Scotsman!" Cue intel-sounding theme, but with bagpipes.
You're darn right there were copyright issues with the name "Astro."
quiquid id est, timeo puellas et oscula dantes.
Behold my power saving and dispair!
Boobies never hurt anyone. - Sherry Glaser.
what Transmeta is doing apres Linus
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