Computers with new Intel chip to make debut without fanfare
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In late May 1993, two dozen computer vendors will introduce the first machines based in Intel Corp's next-generation Pentium microprocessor. But the vendors are already complaining about inability to meet demand, as Intel will only ship about 10,000 Pentiums in Jun 1993. Because of the shortage, vendors will hold back on promotional blitzes. Interest is particularly focused on the prices of the low-end machines, as Intel plans to promote the Intel as a mainstream processor, not as a high-end chip. Vendors are apparently following Intel's lead. For example, Advanced Logic Research Inc will sell a basic Pentium machine for around $3,000. In contrast, the first personal computers equipped with Intel's current top-of-the-line microprocessor, the 80486, sold for nearly $10,000. Market research firm International Data Corp predicts that average prices of Pentium computers will fall to $3,500 by 1996 and $2,000 by 1997.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1993
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Sun Microsystems Inc. to introduce line to bolster lead in low-cost work units
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Sun Microsystems Inc will introduce new low-cost workstation products on Jul 22, 1991. According to Sun spokespeople, these workstations are enhanced versions of existing Sun products. The SPARCstation ELC, $4,995, is said to be 50 percent faster and have four times as much memory as its predecessor, the SPARCstation IPC. The SPARCstation IPC, $11,995, is similar to a SPARCstation 2, but will sell for 25 percent less. Analysts are not impressed by Sun's offerings. It is 'a ho-hum announcement,' says one, adding that Sun's products lack leading-edge computer performance. Sun faces the prospect of increased competition, from Hewlett-Packard Co, Digital Equipment Corp, and IBM. And Silicon Graphics Inc plans an announcement, also on Jul 22, of a low-cost 'multimedia' computer with high-quality sound and video, as well as good three-dimensional graphics.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1991
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