The next-generation computer chip known as “Cell” isn’t just about fun and games any more. With the announcement of the first major Cell applications effort, the chip will be used to enhance data-intensive apps such as sonar and digital X-ray by Mercury Computer Systems. Jointly developed by IBM, Sony and Toshiba, the Cell processor represents an entirely new, highly parallel processing system. The chip is best known as the engine of the next-generation PlayStation 3 gaming console from Sony.
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Cell Chip Goes Beyond Gaming Apps
Posted by: Jay Lyman June 29, 2005 11:27 AMThe next-generation computer chip known as “Cell” isn’t just about fun and games any more. With the announcement of the first major Cell applications effort, the chip will be used to enhance data-intensive apps such as sonar and digital X-ray by Mercury Computer Systems. Jointly developed by IBM, Sony and Toshiba, the Cell processor represents an entirely new, highly parallel processing system. The chip is best known as the engine of the next-generation PlayStation 3 gaming console from Sony.