CPU World has spotted AMD price cuts across most of their CPU line now that the 125 watt FX-4350 and FX-6350 have been introduced.  Older parts have gone away.

A handful of old Phenom II X4 and X6 microprocessors were removed from the price list, including Phenom II X4 840, 905e, 910e, Phenom II X6 1055T, 1075T, 1090T BE and 1100T BE. The only Phenom II part, that had its price revised, was X4 965 Black Edition. This CPU now costs $81, down from $91.

AMD has tweeted that they will be putting out a beta driver for prototype frame pacing in June or July which is what 7990 owners really want.

Yeah, I know, these rise and fall stories are a dime a dozen.   If you don't believe me look at this search.  Ars takes their shot at it now.  Perhaps they will follow it up with the rise and fall of the PC.   And then maybe Dell. And Apple. IBM.  Yeah, all companies rumored to be buying AMD over the years.

"The trouble in the entire economic model was that AMD did not have enough capital to be able to fund fabs the way they were funding fabs," Raza said. "The point at which I had my final conflict was that [Sanders] started the process of building a new fab with borrowed money prematurely. We didn't need a fab for at least another year. If we had done it a year later, we would have accumulated enough profits to afford the fab in Germany. He laid the foundation for a fundamentally inefficient capital structure that AMD never recovered from. I told him: don't do it. I put the [purchase orders] on hold. He didn't tell me and accelerated the entire process."

The Inquirer notes that Monday marked 10 years of AMD's x86 with the release of the Opteron.  

A DECADE AGO AMD released the first Opteron processor and with it the first 64-bit x86 processor.
AMD's lavish New York launch for the Opteron processor was far more than a product launch, it was AMD showing it could reproduce the success of the Athlon K7 chip and take the fight to Intel by developing ground breaking new features and not just one-upping its rival on some benchmarks. The firm's Opteron processor brought 64-bit computing to the commodity x86 chip market, along with an on-die memory controller and the Hypertransport bus all in one product.

Accomplished engineering leader and notable graphics industry visionary is latest example of world-class engineering talent to join as company attacks growth opportunities
SUNNYVALE, Calif. —4/22/2013
AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Raja Koduri, 44, has rejoined the company as corporate vice president, Visual Computing, reporting to Mark Papermaster, senior vice president and chief technology officer. In his new role, Koduri will have overall responsibility for driving AMD’s innovation in visual and accelerated computing.
“Maintaining AMD’s position as a leader in visual computing is the key to our long-term success. As one of the industry’s foremost experts in developing leading-edge visual computing solutions, Raja brings exceptional vision and strength to AMD’s world-class engineering leadership team,” said Papermaster. “Given his past record of success, Raja will help AMD lead the way in visual and accelerated computing and ensure we continue developing the industry-leading graphics IP that forms the foundation for our future growth.”
Koduri brings 20 years of hands-on experience advancing the visual computing experience, from application software programming to GPU design. During his career, he has led engineering teams toward development and shipment of products in graphics hardware, graphics software, parallel languages and power management.
Koduri was most recently director of graphics architecture at Apple Inc., where he spearheaded developing the performance, quality, programmability and power-saving features in the company’s renowned graphics processor roadmap and had an impact on the graphics roadmap of the entire industry. Prior to Apple, Koduri served in a range of graphics leadership roles at AMD and formerly at ATI. He led the Graphics Products Group as chief technology officer, and during his tenure drove leadership GPU performance initiatives in hardware and software, created the GPU computing domain and made several hands-on contributions to graphics quality and programmability features.
Koduri is the latest example of world-class processor engineering and design talent to join AMD as the company continues to expand its technical talent and IP portfolio to attack growth opportunities in adjacent markets. Notable recent hires include: Charles Matar, corporate vice president of SoC Development, who joined AMD from Qualcomm; Wayne Meretsky, corporate vice president of Software IP Development, a former Apple and P.A. Semi veteran; and Jim Keller, chief architect of Microprocessor Cores, a noted computer architect who joined AMD from Apple.
Koduri holds a Master of Technology degree in electronics and communications from IIT Kharagpur, India.

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SUNNYVALE, Calif. —4/23/2013
AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Mark Papermaster will present at the Jefferies 2013 Global Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference at 9:30 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 in New York.
A real-time audio webcast of the presentation can be accessed on the Investor Relations homepage: http://ir.amd.com.
A replay of the webcast can be accessed approximately 4 hours after the conclusion of the live event and will be available for 30 days after the conference.

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High performance, energy-efficient quad-core x86 design fuels Surround Computing era
SAN JOSE, Calif. — DESIGN West —4/23/2013
AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the new AMD Embedded G-Series System-on-Chip (SOC) platform, a single-chip solution based on the AMD next-generation “Jaguar” CPU architecture and AMD Radeon™ 8000 Series graphics. The new AMD Embedded G-Series SOC platform further signifies a strategic push to focus on high-growth markets outside the PC industry, with an emphasis on embedded systems. The announcement was made at this year’s DESIGN West expo.
Embedded systems are increasingly driving intelligence into new areas of our lives, from smart TVs and set-top boxes to interactive digital signage and informational kiosks. This supports greater productivity and connectivity and is expected to be a strong driver for Surround Computing, an area of substantial growth in the computing industry. Among the forces that are enabling this next-generation computing era are single-chip, SOC solutions that offer smaller size, higher performance and more energy-efficient processors.
The AMD Embedded G-Series SOC platform sets the new bar for SOC design, offering up to 113 percent improved CPU performance compared to the prior generation AMD Embedded G-Series APU, and up to a 125 percent advantage compared to the Intel Atom when running multiple industry-standard compute intensive benchmarks1. For embedded applications, the new platform also includes support for DirectX® 11.1, OpenGL 4.2x and OpenCL™ 1.22 that enables parallel processing and high-performance graphics processing, yielding up to a 20 percent graphics improvement over the previous AMD Embedded G-Series APU and greater than 5x advantage over Intel Atom when running multiple industry-standard graphics-intensive benchmarks3.
“We have built a treasure trove of industry-leading IP in processors, graphics and multimedia along with the infrastructure to combine these building blocks into unsurpassed embedded SOC solutions,” said Arun Iyengar, vice president and general manager, AMD Embedded Solutions. “With a 33 percent smaller footprint4, low power consumption and exceptional performance, the new AMD Embedded G-Series SOC sets the bar for content-rich multimedia and traditional workload processing that is ideal for a broad variety of embedded applications.”
The new processor family offers superior performance per watt in the low-power x86-compatible product category with 9W – 25W options5. It includes:
enterprise-class Error-Correction Code (ECC) memory support;
industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C and available with dual or quad-core CPUs;
discrete-class AMD Radeon™ GPU;
I/O controller.
The AMD Embedded G-Series SOC combines dedicated resources that enable exceptional performance with shared resources to help reduce power consumption and die space, and provides developers the flexibility to leverage the same board design and software stack for a variety of applications due to the scalability of the new SOC design. The discrete-class graphics integrated into the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC power applications that previously required a separate graphics processor, while the addition of new CPU architecture for the Embedded G-Series SOC platform allows deeply embedded or “headless” systems, which are used in environments without a screen, monitor or input device and do not require a graphics solution.
“As the Internet of Things permeates every aspect of our life from work to home and everything where in between, devices require high performance, I/O connectivity and energy efficiency in smaller packages,” said Colin Barnden, principal analyst, Semicast Research. “With this new AMD SOC design, the AMD Embedded G-Series platform offers the perfect mix of high performance, a small footprint, low energy use and full I/O integration to enable smaller form-factor embedded designs, cool and efficient operation, and simplified build requirements. AMD has leapfrogged the competition by combining the power of an x86 CPU and the performance of AMD Radeon graphics with the I/O interconnect all on a single die.”
The AMD Embedded G-Series SOC supports Windows Embedded 8 and Linux, and is designed for myriad embedded applications including industrial control and automation, digital signage, electronic gaming systems, SMB storage, IP-TV, medical and network appliances, set-top boxes and more. AMD will ship the AMD G-Series SOC platform with general availability in the second quarter of 2013, followed by a comprehensive ecosystem of industry-leading embedded solution providers supporting and/or announcing market-ready products powered by the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC.
Developer Support and Product Features
Developers working with the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC can implement remote management, virtualization and security capabilities to help reduce deployment costs and increase security and reliability of their AMD Embedded G-Series SOC-based platform through:
AMD DAS 1.0 featuring DASH 1.1;
AMD Virtualization™ technology;
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 support.
Next-generation CPU core
Next-generation “Jaguar” core with innovative, new shared L2 Cache
Enterprise-class feature of ECC and fast memory support
Excellent AMD Radeon graphics performance-per-watt
Enhanced Universal Video Decode (UVD) 3 hardware acceleration (H.264, VC-1, MPEG2, etc.) and new video encode capability not available in previous AMD Embedded G-Series APU
Power efficiency enhancement with clock gating to contribute to overall lower power consumption
Advanced GPU enables parallel processing and high-performance graphics
Heterogeneous computing for industrial control and automation, communications and other processor heavy applications. OpenCL enables CPU and GPU parallel processing, which benefits applications development in these areas
Graphics (DirectX 11, OpenGL) and dual independent display; high-resolution support for a superb visual experience
Expanded software development options and extended application lifetime with advanced graphics APIs
Ideal platform for low-power and high-performance designs
For Industrial Control and Automation: low-power and heterogeneous computing advantage enabled by the integrated GPU deliver more than 150 GFLOPS of compute performance over and above the compute capability of the x86 CPU cores6
For Digital Signage: eye-catching, high-definition multimedia content delivery connected through a variety of display technologies (DP, HDMI™, VGA, LVDS)
For Electronic Gaming Machines: dedicated hardware acceleration engines for video decode (UVD) and encode (VCE) as well as digital content management (SAMU)
For SMB storage: high-performance SOC in a small form factor with a myriad of integrated USB and SATA I/O enables a fanless design, reducing system cost
Models and pricing
Models available at launch include:

GX-420CA SOC with AMD Radeon™ HD 8400E Graphics
Quad-core, 25W TDP, CPU freq. 2.0GHz, GPU freq. 600MHz
GX-415GA SOC with AMD Radeon™ HD 8330E Graphics
Quad-core, 15W TDP, CPU freq. 1.50GHz, GPU freq. 500MHz
GX-217GA SOC with AMD Radeon™ HD 8280E Graphics
Dual-core, 15W TDP, CPU freq. 1.65GHz, GPU freq. 450MHz
GX-210HA SOC with AMD Radeon™ HD 8210E Graphics
Dual-core, 9W TDP, CPU freq. 1.0GHz, GPU freq. 300MHz
GX-416RA SOC
Quad-Core, 15W, CPU Freq. 1.6GHz, No GPU
Pricing ranges from $49 - $72 for the SKUs.

Supporting Resources
Visit the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC platform site
Visit the AMD Embedded Solutions blog
Watch a summary video about the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC
Get technical support at the AMD Embedded Developer Support site
For more AMD Embedded products, visit the AMD-Based Embedded Product Catalog

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Microsoft has announced that on May 21st they will reveal the next Xbox.  It will more than likely be AMD powered.  Noon Central Standard Time we will find out more at Xbox.com or on Xbox Live!  We will be streaming the announcement at Game Republik live!

Third annual developer summit to showcase industrywide heterogeneous computing advancements and AMD leadership in APU and GPU technologies
SUNNYVALE, Calif. —4/24/2013
AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that its AMD Developer Summit 2013, called “APU13,” will be held Nov. 11-14, 2013 in San Jose, California at the McEnery Convention Center. The company’s third annual developer summit is expected to draw the architects and pioneers of the heterogeneous computing era, spanning silicon design, software development and tools, academia and emerging technologies.
Previous AMD developer summits saw the formation of the Heterogeneous System Architecture (HSA) Foundation in 2012 and the Microsoft announcement of C++ AMP in 2011. APU13 builds on that history with engaging sessions where attendees have the opportunity to learn more about next-generation software development, heterogeneous compute technologies and programming methods.
“AMD exceeded my expectations with its first two developer summits,” said Jon Peddie, principal and founder, Jon Peddie Research. “I saw an open and instructive exchange of ideas on software development, tools and APIs, free from the marketing hype that you get at many conferences.”
The APU13 agenda includes two new programs this year:
The summit will feature a series of updates from HSA Foundation members that are collectively working to build a standards-based heterogeneous compute (HC) ecosystem. HSA defines interfaces for parallel computation and enables high bandwidth access to memory and high application performance at low power consumption. Additionally, HSA supports a diverse set of high-level programming languages, thereby creating the next foundation in general purpose computing;
APU13 will also hold its first AMD Ventures Innovation Summit to highlight software and application development companies that utilize and expand uses for AMD solutions.
“This year’s summit will build on the AMD commitment to lead and facilitate the heterogeneous computing era, with the remarkable attending benefits for moving the technology experience forward. Both AMD and the HSA Foundation are excited to bring together technology influencers from all over the world to share in our vision and strategy for an open standard HC ecosystem,” said Phil Rogers, corporate fellow at AMD and president of the HSA Foundation. “We expect the summit to not only motivate future solutions and user experiences, but to also provide intense, provocative learning opportunities for an audience that is very important to us.”
Call for Presentation Proposals
AMD invites pioneers of next-generation software and the rapidly growing field of heterogeneous computing to share their latest work and research findings in the form of presentations. Presenters will have an opportunity to advocate new methodologies and paradigms, garner support for industry standards, and network with developers, innovators and academics who will help define the course of this technology. Presentation proposals are invited on the following topics:
Heterogeneous Computing
Web Technologies
Cloud Computing – Servers & Data Center
Gaming and Consumer Graphics
Innovative Client Experiences
Multimedia Processing
Professional Graphics and Visual Computing
Programming Languages and Models
Programming Tools
Security
Presentation proposals must be submitted by May 10, 2013. All proposals will be reviewed by an APU13 board composed of researchers, academics and practitioners in the field. Selected candidates will be notified on or before June 7, 2013.
Supporting Resources
More information about AMD Developer Summit 2013.
More information about submitting a presentation proposal.
Submit a presentation proposal visit the Call for Papers website.
Tools, resources and information about heterogeneous compute visit the AMD Developer Site.
View 2012 AMD Developer Summit Keynote.

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AMD Radeon HD 7990, the world’s fastest graphics card, offered with largest-ever free game bundle, including new “Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon”
SUNNYVALE, Calif. —4/24/2013
AMD (NYSE: AMD) today launched the AMD Radeon™ HD 7990, the world’s fastest graphics card1, designed for gamers who want to take their PC gaming experience to the highest level. Based on award-winning AMD Graphics Core Next (GCN) architecture with AMD Eyefinity technology2, the AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card delivers unrivaled performance and world-class technology for playing the latest DirectX® 11 games in extreme resolutions and multi-monitor configurations.
“If you crave the ultimate in PC gaming, the clear and commanding choice is the Radeon HD 7990 graphics card. No other graphics card on the market measures up to the unparalleled gaming experience it delivers, and it comes with eight AAA game titles optimized for AMD Radeon award-winning GCN architecture,” said Matt Skynner, corporate vice president and general manager, Graphics Business Unit, AMD. “Once again, AMD shatters the industry benchmark for state-of-the-art graphics technology.”
AMD underscored its commitment to offering the best PC gaming experience by introducing the AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card with a refreshed “Never Settle: Reloaded” AAA game bundle. In addition to “Crysis® 3,” “Bioshock® Infinite,” “Tomb Raider™” and four other titles, AMD is including the highly anticipated “Far Cry® 3: Blood Dragon” by Ubisoft®. This new title will also be offered as a thank-you gift to all previous “Never Settle: Reloaded” customers and will be loaded automatically onto existing redemption codes.
“‘Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon’ is an all-out honest cyber shooter that doesn’t take itself too seriously. In a genre saturated with super-serious narrative and realistic settings we felt it was time to inject some good old fashioned robofun into it,” said Dean Evans, creative director, Ubisoft. “Ubisoft’s relationship with AMD’s Gaming Evolved program brings together today’s most sought-after titles in PC gaming with the most advanced graphics technology. With AMD Radeon technology, our top games – ‘Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon’ included – can be played with the quality and performance we intended.”
Continued AMD innovations in graphics technology enables gaming enthusiasts to play the latest and most popular PC games at maximum settings: for instance “Tomb Raider” with TressFX Hair enabled, or the demanding “Crysis 3” in 4K resolution. Impressively, the AMD Radeon HD 7990 GPU was the graphics card of choice to showcase the Electronic Arts public unveiling of “Battlefield 4,” to be released in the fall of 2013.
Key Features and Benefits of AMD Radeon™ HD 7990 Graphics Card
Ultimate in Speed: Combining two of the world’s most advanced GPUs with 6GB of GDDR5 memory, AMD Radeon HD 7990 is the world’s fastest graphics card;
More Screen, More Pixels: Supports up to six simultaneous displays with AMD Eyefinity technology and is the ideal graphics card for gaming on Ultra HD displays (4K resolution);
Silence is Golden: At 100% utilization, AMD Radeon HD 7990 GPU’s whisper-quiet triple-fan cooler is more silent than a typical library3.
“Never Settle: Reloaded” is Now Overloaded
With the launch of AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card, AMD is offering the biggest free game bundle in history with a total of eight titles4:

“Crysis 3”
“BioShock Infinite”
“Tomb Raider”
“DeusEx: Human Revolution™”
“Sleeping Dogs™”
“Hitman: Absolution™”
“Far Cry® 3”
“Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon”
The AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card will be available worldwide in two weeks. MSRP is $999 US.

Supporting Resources
AMD Radeon HD 7990 Graphics Card Product Page
AMD Radeon HD 7990 Graphics Card Launch Video
AMD Game Blog: “Unveiling the world’s fastest graphics card”
Become a fan of AMD Gaming on Facebook
Follow @AMDRadeon on Twitter

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