Grand Challenges Lead to Grand Prizes

On the heels of my post about challenges, grand challenges, and the difference between the two, I've learned that Intel has announced the winners of its "Processor Challenge." I don't know about it being the challenge being "grand" but the prize sure was -- $1 million.

The official name of the competition was the "Intel Core Processor Challenge," and its goal was to spur innovation in stylish and high-performing PC designs based on the Intel Viiv processor technology. TriGem Computer walked away with the cash for creating in the judge's view the best mix of style, acoustics, functionality, and features for digital home entertainment with the its home theater "Black Crystal" design. Mesiro garnered the first runner-up prizefor its "Asono Merium" system.

Intel's Viiv processor technology is powered by the high performance and energy efficiency of the Intel Core 2 Duo processor. According to Intel, the dual-core Duo processor makes it possible for designers and engineers to reshape how consumer PCs look, sound, and respond to people's entertainment needs. A recent Intel study found that 73 percent of U.S. adult computer users want to buy technology products that reflect their personal style.

The next Intel Core Processor Challenge is already underway, with the winner to be announced at the Intel Developer Forum scheduled for September 2008 in San Francisco. No news on the grand prize yet.

Posted by Jon Erickson at 10:16 AM  Permalink