Apple is perceived as the laggard in the AI race — despite that, the company has developed the single best computer for AI research.

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Apple unveils M3 Ultra chip along with two 2025 Mac Studio models. As Cupertino's top silicon chip ever, it smokes even the M4 Max chip.

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Apple revises the MacBook Air with the M4 chip. It comes in a beautiful new sky blue color, at an even lower price point.

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Powering the cellular connectivity of the iPhone 16e is the new Apple C1 chip, the company’s first cellular modem designed in-house.

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M4 Pro and M4 Max benchmarks from Geekbench show the chips' dramatic boosts in speed, even over those in higher-end Macs.

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Apple announces a radical new Mac mini, powered by the M4 and the new M4 Pro chip. It features a new, smaller design.

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On June 6, 2005, Steve Jobs said Apple would transition the Mac from PowerPC processors to Intel. The first Intel Macs arrived within months.

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Mac Studio and Mac Pro models updated with M3 Ultra that had previously been expected soon have reportedly been cancelled.

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Apple AI services will reportedly utilize data centers with its own processors, bringing more AI features to iPhone, Mac, iPad, and more.

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Just seven months after the M3 chip debuted, Apple shocked expectations by unveiling the new iPad Pro with the introduction of the brand-new M4 chip.

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This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Apple preps M4 processors to power next-gen Macs with an AI focus. Also, Humane's Ai Pin sucks!

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The upcoming M3 Ultra reportedly won't be two M3 Max chips merged together, free up designers to make the processor even more powerful.

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Understand the potential impact of a vulnerability in Apple's M-series processors that could lead to unauthorized access to encrypted data.

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Here's your chance to take a look inside Apple's vaunted chipmaking operation powering devices, courtesy of CNBC.

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Apple silicon processors that TSMC makes at its Arizona plant won't have to go to Taiwan for packaging.

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All Apple devices run on chips based on technology licensed from Arm. And it turns out the licensing fee is surprisingly low.

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This week on Cult of Mac’s podcast: Erfon breaks down the specs/performance of Apple’s recently released MacBook Pro lineup, and he’s convinced there are only two models any sane person would buy. Listen to found out which models make the grade! Also on The CultCast: Apple reportedly slammed the breaks on the development of next […]

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Apple broke with tradition and unveiled the M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max processors together. They offer significant performance improvements over their predecessors

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Lower expectations stem from enthusiasm about Apple silicon dampening as the WFH-generated surge in Apple silicon use ebbs.

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Technology being developed today could give the Mac Pro the power it deserves — although that’s six years away at least.

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A 12-core CPU, an 18-core GPU and 36GB of system memory mean Apple's entry-level M3 Pro chip should deliver unrivaled performance.

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Is it possible to get work done on an Apple silicon Mac without ever installing Rosetta, the compatibility layer for running old Intel apps? In short, yes.

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Last week, I wrote a story incorrectly concluding that a full Linux desktop environment would soon run on Macs with Apple silicon. This was a misunderstanding of the facts. While some of the work in the Asahi Linux project has been worked into Linux Kernel 6.2, and while Linux 6.2 will be adopted by the […]

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A high-level Apple executive says an upgraded Mac Pro is on the way, even if he did so in a backhanded way.

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In an interview, executives Tim Millet and Bob Borchers discussed what pulled Apple away from Intel, what they’re doing to make the Mac a gaming platform and when the best time is to buy a new Mac.

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Contrary to rumors, the upcoming Apple silicon Mac Pro might disappoint many in the design department. A new report suggests the forthcoming Mac Pro refresh will have the same design as the 2019 Intel-based model. The Apple silicon Mac Pro is widely expected to launch later this year. It would stand out in the Mac […]

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3 nanometer chip production is about to begin at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. This is important news for Apple, as TSMC makes the CPUs for Mac, iPhone, iPad, etc. Apple is expected to use 3nm processors in products launching in 2023, making the devices faster and more efficient. 3nm Apple processors: Better late than never […]

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Apple is currently working on multiple new external monitors powered by Apple silicon. This includes a replacement for the Pro Display XDR that launched in 2019. There’s no confirmed timeline for the launch of the new monitors. Apple’s next high-end external monitor might feature a 7K panel In the latest edition of his Power On […]

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Independent developers working to get Linux running on Apple silicon have made a significant breakthrough — the release of the first graphics driver. This is an important step toward running operating systems other than macOS on Apple’s powerful new computers. “We’ve been working hard over the past two years to bring this new driver to […]

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Apple’s “Take Note” product blitz on Tuesday did not include any Mac news. Instead, iPad stole the spotlight: a new iPad Pro with M2, a new entry-level iPad that isn’t actually priced at the entry level, a new Magic Keyboard Folio and yet another lease on life for the original Apple Pencil (now with a […]

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Apple first said it would transition from Intel chips to Apple silicon more than 2 years ago. Then Cupertino launched the first M1 Mac in November 2020. And, finally, today Microsoft said its Teams app will now run natively on M1 and M2 Macs. So it’s about time. But don’t get greedy and expect the […]

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Apple unveiled the next-generation of Apple silicon during the WWDC22 keynote Monday. This new M2 chip, which is launching in a redesigned MacBook Air and as an under-the-hood addition to the 13-inch MacBook Pro, offers even more power and efficiency than the previous-generation M1 processor. “Today we begin our second generation of Apple silicon designed […]

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Apple filed a lawsuit Friday against a “stealth mode” startup known as Rivos, saying it poached engineers who stole proprietary information as part of the recruitment process. Cupertino said Rivos plans to design chips that will compete with its own — and starting with Apple’s own technology. Apple sues Rivos for poaching engineers who allegedly […]

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Apple’s excellent 24-inch M1 iMac is cheaper than ever on Amazon right now. The base model with 7-core GPU and 256GB storage is available for $1,199 after a $100 discount. The more powerful model with 8-core GPU sees an even more attractive discount of $150. 24-inch iMac will perfectly complement your home office In April […]

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Apple and Adobe added better support for Apple silicon to a couple of their marquee applications for video professionals. Apple’s Final Cut Pro has been optimized for the new Mac Studio desktop. And Adobe’s After Effects now offers native support for the Apple M1 chip. Pros depend on high-end software and hardware to create high-quality […]

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When Apple rolled out the first M1 chip in late 2020, it seemed like a pretty big jump forward. Then the new M1 Pro and M1 Max in MacBook Pro models blew people away in October 2021. Now the Cupertino tech giant calls its latest M1 Ultra chip in the new Mac Studio desktop computer […]

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After gracing us with its jaw-dropping Mac Studio and 27-inch Studio Display on Tuesday, Apple finally discontinued the aging 27-inch iMac. The machine is no longer available to purchase through official Apple retail channels. It’s probably not gone for good, however. Cupertino is rumored to be working on a larger iMac model that could appear […]

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Dropbox this week rolled out the first stable update that optimizes its app for Apple silicon chips. The version 143.4.4161 release should be significantly snappier and more efficient on M1, M1 Pro and M1 Max machines. The update, which should also fix a kernel extensions issue that prevents Dropbox from working properly under macOS 12.3, […]

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Microsoft on Monday rolled out a major OneDrive update that adds full Apple M1 support for the first time. Version 22.022 now runs natively on Apple silicon chipsets, which should mean improved performance and efficiency. The update also eliminates a kernel extensions issue, which broke both OneDrive and Dropbox, that macOS 12.3 beta testers recently […]

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Intel is planning to build more efficient mobile chipsets that will better compete with Apple silicon, according to a leaked internal roadmap. The document outlines plans to take on the 14-inch MacBook Pro specifically with upcoming Arrow Lake processors that are scheduled to launch in late 2023 or early 2024. There just one (rather large) […]

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Regulatory filings for three new Mac models have been spotted ahead of Apple’s rumored spring event next month. Recent reports suggest Cupertino could be planning a new MacBook Pro with a next-generation “M2” chipset. Rumors also indicate Apple continues to work on a bigger iMac, a new MacBook Air and a new Mac mini. The […]

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Apple will introduce a new Mac Pro with an upgraded M1 chipset by the end of the year to complete its Apple silicon transition, according to a tipster. Previous rumors indicated the high-end desktop would stick with Intel chips until Apple’s next-generation “M2 Pro” chipset became available. However, a new rumor suggests it will initially […]

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Another key chip designer has left Apple for Microsoft. Mike Filippo, who joined Cupertino in 2019 after a decade with Arm, is the second processor engineer Apple has lost in as many weeks after Jeff Wilcox left to join Intel. Filippo will reportedly work on server chips for Microsoft’s Azure group, which is said to […]

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The next-generation version of the Dropbox app for macOS, which finally adds native support for Apple silicon chips, is now available to all in beta. It comes less than a week after Dropbox began testing Apple M1 support with a small number of users. You can try it out for yourself by enabling “early releases” […]

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Worldwide Mac shipments grew 22% in 2021. That’s the highest annual growth rate of any computer maker, according to a market-analysis firm. It continues a year-over-year strong growth trend that started in 2020 and resulted in a 55% increase in shipments over two years. Mac shipments are still on the rise There were 27.8 million […]

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Dropbox has finally begun testing a brand-new Mac app that runs natively on Apple silicon chipsets. It comes after the company originally said it had no plans to support M1 chips, which was met with backlash from irritated users. The new app is available to only a small number of people for now, but Dropbox […]

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The person responsible for overseeing the transition from Intel to Apple silicon left the company. Jeff Wilcox was Director, Mac System Architecture before his departure. He summed up his previous role by saying he “led the transition for all Macs to Apple Silicon beginning with M1 chip.” That was one of the most important projects […]

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Microsoft is now testing a new version of OneDrive for Mac that runs natively on Apple M1 chipsets. The update enables faster syncing and better performance — particularly for larger files — with no need for emulation anymore. Although this release is only a preview build for now, anyone who uses OneDrive on macOS can get […]

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A version of Windows built to run on Arm processors could eventually come to M1 Mac models, with Qualcomm’s current exclusivity deal with Microsoft “set to expire soon,” according to a new report. The deal, which wasn’t public knowledge until this week, could explain why there are only a limited number of Windows devices powered […]

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Buying a new MacBook Pro with a high-end M1 Max chip? You can expect crazy gains in both processing and graphics performance — no matter which Apple notebook you’re upgrading from, according to early benchmarks. The M1 Max blows all the MacBook chips that came before it — not just those made by Intel, but even Apple’s […]

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At Apple’s “Unleashed” event Monday, the company unveiled a pair of new “pro” Apple Silicon chips: the M1 Pro and M1 Max processors. The two new chips were described by Apple executives as “breakthrough” and “groundbreaking.” The M1 Max “is by far the most powerful chip we’ve ever built,” said Johny Srouji, Apple’s senior vice […]

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The lengthy wait for a major MacBook Pro refresh is over, and boy, was it worth it. Apple’s newest flagship notebook, unveiled Monday during the company’s big “Unleashed” event, features edge-to-edge Liquid Retina displays, insane M1 Pro and M1 Max chipsets, and all-new designs that bring back some important ports and features — including MagSafe […]

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New Apple “M1 Max” and “M1 Pro” chips have appeared for the first time ahead of today’s big “Unleashed” event, which is expected to bring big Mac upgrades. It’s not yet clear if these will be their final names, however. Recent rumors suggested at least one of Apple’s next-generation chips, expected to debut inside a […]

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Parallels Desktop 17.1 is now available for Mac, bringing improved Windows 11 support for those looking to run Microsoft’s latest operating system on their Mac, whether it’s powered by an Intel or Apple Silicon chip. The update introduces Virtual Trusted Platform Modules (vTPM) for all future and past Windows 11 virtual machines — complying with Windows […]

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Microsoft has dashed hopes that Windows 11 might one day be available on Apple Silicon machines. The company says running its newest operating system on an M1 Mac is “not a supported scenario.” The statement comes after Parallels Desktop 17 users ran into hardware compatibility errors when running Windows 11 on newer Apple devices. Windows 11 […]

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