November 18, 2008 at 13:19USB 3.0 is here
We rode, rode, and finally arrived. As promised , yesterday the USB 3.0 Promoter Group announced the completion of work on the specification of the new high-speed USB 3.0 interface and the transfer of specifications to the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF).
The new interface is a new step in the evolution of USB, and is now called SuperSpeed USB. USB 3.0 data transfer speeds reach 4.8 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Compatibility with older devices, which is important for many users, is present.
Developers, including Intel, HP, NEC, Microsoft and Texas Instruments, expect SuperSpeed USB controllers to be available in the first half of 2009. And the products that will use the new interface, we are likely to see in 2010.
USB 3.0 Promoter Group has presented a full list of specifications for the new interface, which can be downloaded on the official website . Or by direct link .
via Engadget
The new interface is a new step in the evolution of USB, and is now called SuperSpeed USB. USB 3.0 data transfer speeds reach 4.8 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Compatibility with older devices, which is important for many users, is present.
Developers, including Intel, HP, NEC, Microsoft and Texas Instruments, expect SuperSpeed USB controllers to be available in the first half of 2009. And the products that will use the new interface, we are likely to see in 2010.
USB 3.0 Promoter Group has presented a full list of specifications for the new interface, which can be downloaded on the official website . Or by direct link .
via Engadget