Nvidia has announced a new mobile media processor for next generation smartphones. They have created a prototype handset that use the Nvidia APX 2500 platform.
The APX 2500 is the first chipset that supports 720p HD video through an ultra-low power ARM11-based processor. The new chip will allow mobile phone handsets to playback 720p video as the prototype model proves. It features a HDMI 1.2 port on the side, SXGA (1280x1024) LCD and CRT support, and composite and S-Video TV output.
The multimedia experience is accomplished with an amazing 12 megapixel camera sensor support and integrated Image Signal Processor (ISP) with proprietary algorithms which enables image and video stabilization, face tracking, and advanced trick modes. The advantages of using the ULP (Ultra Low Power) GeForce technology make way for a superior 3D user interface which delivers seamless web browsing.
As the power is always an important issue of mobile devices, Nvidia didn't neglect it at all. The ultra-low voltage design of the new APX 2500 processor will provide 10 hours of HD-quality video playback or 100 hours of MP3 audio playback.
Currently the prototype is tested, but as I see it, Nvidia APX 2500 will mark handsets future.
via Bit Tech
i love new technology, but sometimes its like things are going a bit far. why do you need your phone to play 720p HD movies? i already want to snatch the cell phone from kids walking around with it blaring horrible sounding music and smash it on the ground in front of them. now this is not to say that cell phones should be only to ake calls. some people need it only for that, but do you really need your phone to play hd movies?
Posted by: seriously | February 20, 2008 12:21 AM | Permalink to Comment