Google and MediaTek Move to Challenge the PC Status Quo

Last week, I attended the MediaTek analyst event, and the energy there was a stark contrast to the defensive posturing we’ve seen from the traditional PC incumbents lately. MediaTek isn’t just looking to be a value alternative anymore; it’s positioning itself as the foundational silicon for the next generation of AI-centric computing. Seeing the company’s roadmap firsthand triggered a realization: the pieces are in place for a displacement of the x86/Windows hegemony. The industry is moving...