Date: 27/07/2010

AMD introduces software drivers for desktop computing with 3D Internet potential

AMD has made available the AMD OpenGL ES 2.0 driver, a software driver for desktop computing environments to support the WebGL industry standard thus bringing plugin-free 3D graphics to the Internet. This driver is intended to help developers create 3D content that can be rendered quickly for consumers using open-source web browsers, thereby helping create an application-like browser experience.

"AMD is a steadfast supporter of industry standards, including those that unlock the power of GPU acceleration," said Manju Hegde, corporate vice president, AMD Fusion Experience Program. "At AMD, we see the future of computing as being intensely visual, requiring a variety of rich media 2D and 3D applications. With functionality like the OpenGL ES 2.0 driver and technology breakthroughs made possible by AMD Fusion APUs, we aim to deliver the ideal development platform for immersive experiences both online and natively on virtually any PC form factor."

AMD's new driver enables developers to use desktop PCs and workstations powered by AMD graphics other than embedded systems, when creating applications based on OpenGL ES 2.0 for smartphones, tablets and other portable devices.

The OpenGL ES 2.0 driver from AMD will be generally available with the upcoming ATI Catalyst 10.7 beta for OpenGL ES 2.0. The OpenGL ES 2.0 driver will be supported on all currently available AMD graphics products introduced since 2008 such as ATI Radeon desktop graphics, ATI Mobility Radeon graphics, and ATI FirePro professional graphics cards.

For more information visit: http://www.amd.com.