To support the intelligent audio applications on these smart mobile devices, the Sound BlasterAxx also features advanced Bluetooth wireless audio connectivity and a high-quality dual-microphone array.

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ECoS is an open software platform that can host a range of third-party applications that provide intelligent distributed control services to utilities and their customers.

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This has created a new market for large existing vendors and emerging-growth providers of intelligent hardware, software applications and cloud services, while also generating billions in shareholder equity.

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Power electronics modify the voltage, current or frequency of electricity in applications as diverse as solid-state lighting, intelligent motors and electric vehicles.

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To allow enterprise applications to use the cloud we need more secure, intelligent, higher bandwidth and lower-latency communication.

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With Windows Embedded, developers can use the same trusted tools used in building applications for Windows 8 to build specialized devices within line-of-business applications - extending the power of Windows 8 and the cloud to intelligent systems.

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The intelligent stylus also features a special LED light that app developers can utilize for various applications.

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Using social media interfaces, any human is capable of having intelligent, bi-directional conversations with social media enabled networks, systems, or applications.

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