Intel , ” Intel is seeking to understand what people want from its upcoming discrete GPUs, so that it can guide its efforts in that direction.
The Odyssey registration form says it is “focused on improving graphics and visual computing for everyone from gamers to content creators.” This effort supposedly allows people to “get closer than ever to the inner workings of visual technology.”
This access will be granted in the form of an Intel Gaming Access newsletter, which “gives gamers a VIP pass to unbeatable deals and freebies, beta access, the latest gaming news, and more.” It seems like a simple deal: help Intel understand what people want from GPUs, and in return you’ll get freebies.
There seems to be a location element to “Odyssey,” as the registration form asks potential participants to enter an “event location.” The list of locations includes seven parts of the U.S. (New York, Los Angeles, Portland, San Francisco, Minneapolis, Sacramento and Seattle), as well as major European and Asian cities. However, you don’t have to live in one of these cities to participate. It simply asks you to select the location closest to you. Either way, it’ll be interesting to see what kind of events Intel has planned in these cities.
We know that the company plans to significantly expand its graphics products with the Intel Xe card, from various integrated GPU cards to products built for use with AI, and it intends to start shipping these products in 2020.
Being able to take a look at the development process of a new graphics architecture, by a major company, is quite appealing.
