Via

[THE JEW (RaVeN)]

Yes, they're still kicking and it looks like they have a pretty decent portable CPU:

http://enthusiast.hardocp.com/article.h ... VzaWFzdA==

I've used Homey B's laptop and it's.........less than impressive. However, this quote should show you the power of their newest cpu:

A 64-bit superscaler out-of-order processor with enough performance to run Crysis crammed into a 60mm^2 area pulling less than 35w that can be dropped into current UMPC devices fitting into the palm of your hand? Sign me up VIA.

[THE JEW (RaVeN)]

Interview with the CEO about the products:

http://www.hothardware.com/Articles/VIA ... rocessor2/

If Homey B's old laptop has a socket and isn't soldered, he may want to consider upgrading the cpu.

[THE JEW (RaVeN)]

Via exits the chipset business:

http://www.dailytech.com/VIA+Leaves+Chi ... e12631.htm