Read "Parallism and Specialization Drive Growth" by Chris Rowen for Microprocessor Report's special 25th anniversary article on The Future of Microprocessors

Reprinted by permission from The Linley Group, Chris Rowen's write-up explores where we'll get the next big increase in computation throughput.  Read his write-up.

Excellent Interview of Tensilica CTO Chris Rowen

Chris discusses the rise of the RISC architecture, founding of MIPS, his ideas that started Tensilica, and more.
Read interview.

Tensilica Reaches Audio/Voice DSP Milestone: Most Widely Licensed Audio Architecture for SOC Design

Tensilica has licensed its HiFi Audio/Voice DSPs to over 50 corporations worldwide, making it the most widely licensed audio architecture for SOC design. The HiFi architecture has been designed into smartphones, tablets, personal computers, notebook computers, digital video and still cameras, Blue-ray Disc players, digital terrestrial and satellite radios, automobiles, and game consoles. It is used by half of the top 20 tier one semiconductor companies and numerous systems companies.
See press release.

Have you seen Tensilica's new web site?

Please visit http://www.tensilica.com/ and see what we've done. I welcome your comments and suggestions.

Optimized Port of micro-T-Kernel RTOS Now Available for Tensilica’s DPUs

µT-Kernel is ideal for embedded systems that require a very efficient, compact, and flexible RTOS. It provides excellent real-time performance with a small memory footprint.
Read the press release.