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Ever since Apple introduced its 64-bit processor earlier this year with the iPhone 5s, there has been a lot of speculation about other manufacturers and their 64-bit plans. Samsung is reportedly going to start production of its 64-bit Exynos 6 processor early next year and according to industry observers cited in a new Digitimes report, Qualcomm, Nvidia and Broadcom are likely to roll out their 64-bit quadcore processors in the first half of 2014. Sources suggest that it is likely the chips might debut as early as CES 2014.

Despite the fact that manufacturers like MediaTek have been extensively focusing on octacore chips, the report suggests that Qualcomm, Nvidia and Broadcom aren’t likely to focus on 8 core chips in the near future. Since MediaTek has been focusing on 8 core chips, it is expected to launch its 64-bit processors in the second half of 2014. The three manufacturers have reportedly revamped their product roadmaps for 2014 as they expect rise in demand from smartphone vendors for 64-bit chips as they look to match the hardware specifications of Apple’s latest and greatest iPhone. None of the manufacturers have officially commented on their product roadmaps for 2014, it is likely that we’ll hear from them on this subject at or around CES 2014.

Qualcomm, Nvidia And Broadcom To Produce 64-Bit Quadcore Processors Next Year [Report] original content from Ubergizmo.

Sony initially launched the PlayStation 4 in North America, whereas Microsoft launched the Xbox One in 13 markets to begin with. The Japanese company finally caught up with Redmond a couple of days ago when it released PS4 in Europe. Early sales in the UK have the PlayStation 4 leading Xbox One, though retailers are of the view that the latter might do well in the run up to Christmas. At this point in time, there appears to be a much higher level of online buzz for Sony’s console as opposed to Microsoft’s new gaming machine.

UK’s biggest retailer, GAME, said that demand for pre-orders of the PS4 has been four times higher than for the PS3. Amazon UK, the country’s second biggest retailer, has already said that based on current pre-order levels, Sony’s new console is going to be its fastest selling console ever, overtaking the Xbox One. PS4 has been launched in the UK almost a week after the Xbox One came out, and Microsoft is currently working hard to replenish stock as we head into the holiday season. Several retailers expect that Microsoft’s console will take the lead around Christmas, but currently PS4 seems to be generating all the buzz. Right now, the PS4 sits on top of the “Most Wished For” chart on Amazon UK.

PS4 Leading Xbox One In UK Early Sales original content from Ubergizmo.

In the future, when you and your grandkids are gathered over a hologram of a fireplace and they ask you where you think your home is, dust off your ancient tablet and show them Isaac Moore’s profound cross-stitch.

We may mess with cell towers, but we’ll always come home to our router. You can grab Isaac’s cross-stitch pattern on his blog.

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