Weekly Tech Updates (August 20, 2021)
Weekly Tech Updates is an easy and convenient way to keep up with all the happenings in the tech world. Stay tuned every Friday for all the latest updates.
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1. Intel previews the latest 12th– Gen Alder Lake family of processors
Intel has provided more details on the upcoming 12th– Gen Core Processors with Hybrid Technology that will launch later this year into desktop and mobile platforms.
It will be their 2nd generation hybrid architecture built on Intel’s 7 process node technology that aims to provide a boost in PC performance while being more energy efficient.
With promises to lead in support for future technologies such as LPDDR5, Wi-Fi 6E, PCIe Gen5, and Thunderbolt 4; Intel will definitely aim to be back to the CPU competitiveness.
2. Digital car insurance now being offered by AirAsia money
In partnership with PolicyStreet, AirAsia money will now offer a full-service digital car insurance that includes road tax renewal and instant price comparisons between multiple insurance providers to choose the best deal.
In celebration of this partnership offering, AirAsia money will be offering attractive discounts and even run a contest offering attractive prizes.
3. AirAsia’s Teleport to acquire delivery platform DeliverEat
AirAsia’s logistics subsidiary Teleport will be acquiring Penang based Malaysian online food delivery platform Delivereat.
AirAsia aims to expand and improve its end-to-end logistics chain and with this acquisition it will be able to improve on fast and affordable delivery transportation options. The acquisition deal is valued at USD 9.8 million.
4. Facebook introduces Horizon Workrooms, reimagining workspaces in VR
As more and more employers embrace the concept of working remotely, Facebook has introduced a new connectivity tool that aims to improve online collaboration through VR called Horizon Workrooms, which will be free to download on their All-in-One VR headset the Oculus Quest 2.
