Intel has introduced ASUS as the corporate’s first companion for its Subsequent Unit of Compute (NUC) mini PC enterprise. From a report: The 2 firms have entered a non-binding settlement that can see ASUS manufacture, promote and assist the Tenth- to Thirteenth-generation merchandise in Intel’s NUC line. ASUS will even develop future NUC designs. Primarily based on the enterprise’ present lineup, ASUS might be growing future NUC mini PCs, DIY kits for mini PCs, DIY kits for laptops, customizable boards, chassis and different meeting parts.
Should you’ll recall, Intel just lately informed Engadget that it is ending its “direct funding” in its NUC enterprise and can now not produce first-party NUC merchandise. It did not elaborate on its reasoning, however working with companions for a non-essential enterprise will release assets it might use to focus on making chips. Intel beforehand stated its first quarter earnings exceeded expectations, however its income was nonetheless down 36 % year-over-year when in comparison with its leads to the identical interval for 2022. The corporate additionally stated that it stays cautious on this economic system.
