UBS: Chip correction has just begun, likely to trough in 2Q23
UBS Global Research's Taiwan analysts warned on June 20 in a press conference that due to uncertainties in macroeconomics, end-product demand slump and the correction in inventory, the 2- year upcycle of the semiconductor sector is ending as growth s.....»»
Here’s our best look yet at the iPad Pro’s new nano-texture display [Video]
As we rounded up last night, the first M4 iPad Pro reviews are here, with most focusing on the new OLED screens, the M4 chip, and the ultra-thin design. If you’ve been on the hunt for an in-depth look at the new nano-texture glass option, a new vid.....»»
Apple explains why it hasn’t released a touchscreen Mac (yet?)
The first iPad Pro reviews are here, and as we rounded up earlier today, they focus a lot on the new OLED displays, the M4 chip, and the limitations of iPadOS as a platform. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple marketing executive Tom.....»»
Apple prepping big move with its Vision Pro headset
Apple has begun training international retail store staff on how to present the Vision Pro to customers, suggesting the device will soon land in new markets......»»
M4 is the first Apple silicon chip to debut on iPad, so when will it arrive on the Mac?
It’s been only a couple of months since Apple’s most popular Mac was updated to the M3 chip, and about half a year since the M3 first debuted. But already, thanks to the M4’s inclusion in the new iPad Pro, prospective Mac buyers are wonderi.....»»
iPad Pro with M4 chip boasts impressive performance jump compared to just-released M3 MacBook Air
The M4 is looking like a very strong generation for Apple Silicon. According to leaked Geekbench scores likely posted by reviewers who already got their hands on the new iPad ahead of next week’s embargo, with the M4 chip scores about 3700 in sing.....»»
M4 already? Here’s why Apple is abandoning the M3 chip line so fast
One of the biggest surprises from Apple’s ‘Let loose’ event was the arrival of a new M4 chip in the iPad Pro. It may not have been quite as surprising as Apple originally hoped, but heading into the event there was still a lot of doubt and no r.....»»
M4 vs M3 and M2: What’s improved with the new Apple Silicon?
The new iPad Pro has debuted as Apple’s first device with the M4 chip, jumping up from the M2. How does the latest Apple Silicon improve over its predecessors? Here’s a detailed look at M4 vs M3 and M2 on CPU, GPU, Neural Engine, and more. mo.....»»
M4 iPad Pro vs M2 iPad Air: Is it worth the extra money?
The 2024 iPad Pro levels up performance as the first Apple device with the M4 chip. And the new mid-tier Apple tablet is the M2 iPad Air which comes in two sizes for the first time. So what is all different between these 2024 iPads and is the high-.....»»
Researchers demonstrate low-loss and polarization-independent integrated optical colorless ROADM
The implementation of integrated optical switches shows promise in the size reduction of ROADMs for greater flexibility and compactness, ultimately leading to robust single-chip solutions. Despite decades of research on switches with various structur.....»»
New iPad Pro, iPad Air, and M4 chip Apple event reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to all the announcements out of the spring ‘Let Loose’ event, including the radically thin new iPad Pro, the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air lineup, what to expect from the M4 chip, and how the event compared to their e.....»»
Elon Musk’s Neuralink reports trouble with first human brain chip
It's unclear what caused the retraction or how many threads have become displaced. Enlarge / Elon Musk, in Paris, France, on Friday, June 16, 2023. Musk predicted his Neuralink Corp. would carry out its first brain implant late.....»»
Buying an M4 iPad Pro? You should know about these two unadvertised tiers of RAM, CPU, and more
Yesterday Apple unveiled the next generation of the iPad Pro, a major update including an M4 chip, OLED-powered Ultra Retina XDR display, ultra-thin industrial design, and more. In the last couple generations of iPad Pro, there was a key differenc.....»»
M4 iPad Pro CPU cores and RAM amount are tied to storage capacity
Apple has tied RAM to storage capacity in older iPads; it's a first for the CPU. Enlarge / The new M4 iPad Pro. (credit: Apple) When Apple announced the Apple M4 chip during its iPad Pro event yesterday, it mentioned tha.....»»
Here’s everything we know about the M4 MacBook Pro so far
When will Apple give the MacBook Pro an M4 chip, and what kind of performance and features can we expect? We’ve got everything you need to know right here......»»
There’s something Apple isn’t telling you about the new iPad Pro
One of the biggest new features for the 2024 iPad Pro is its new M4 chip. It's an impressive specification, but not all is as it seems......»»
Apple doubles down on AI virtual musicians, adds intelligent stem splitting, more in new Logic Pro for iPad and Mac
Today at Apple’s Let Loose event, we got our first look at its new M4 chip and the new iPad Pros it powers, the next-generation iPad Air, and the new Apple Pencil Pro, but it wasn’t all hardware. Apple also briefly touched on the latest editions.....»»
M4 iPad Pro vs M2 iPad Pro: What’s new and improved?
The all-new 2024 iPad Pro with M4 chip takes performance to the next level. So what’s been upgraded from the previous iPad Pro? Read along for a detailed look at the M4 iPad Pro vs M2 iPad Pro. more….....»»
Every M-series Apple silicon chip, device, and release date
M-series Apple silicon chips tout impressive performance but unpredictable release cadence. That makes it hard to keep up with which chips are in which devices. Apple currently has three generations of M-series chips, up to four variations of each ge.....»»
New iPad Pro loses ultra-wide camera, fastest spec M4 chip exclusive to 1 TB and 2 TB models
While the new iPad Pro with M4 is a major step forward across the board, there a couple gotchas to be aware of. Firstly, with this generation, Apple has removed the ultra-wide camera from the rear camera module altogether. Also, while Apple touts.....»»
New iPad Pros are the thinnest Apple device ever, feature dual-OLED screens
They also contain what Apple calls the fastest consumer AI computer you can buy. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple's newest iPad Pro puts an M4 chip inside a thinner frame and is available in new 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, w.....»»