NVidia launches its first standalone CPU

Source: NVidia
The growing success of the iPhone and other smartphones has prompted NVidia to announce its first processor, the APX 2500, which will be aimed at such devices.
Based on an ARM core CPU, it use Nvidia's expertise in 3D acceleration with a chip able to decode and encode video in 720p.
It will also be able to handle cameras with a resolution of up to 12 million pixels.
NVidia clearly indicates that its target is mobile devices running Windows Mobile with support for Direct3D. The manufacturer leaves the door open to other systems (Mac OS), and will also be compatible Open GL.
Samples of the APX 2500 have already been distributed to interested manufacturers. Mass production will start during the spring.