Apple passing on 32-nm Arrandale processor because of integrated graphics?

Apple passing on 32-nm Arrandale processor because of integrated graphics?

To most, Intel’s latest 32-nm Arrandale processors are the glean in our eyes. They promise increased speeds, more cores, better integrated graphics, and an overall smaller energy footprint. So why would anyone not want to incorporate such a chip? Of all the companies and manufacturers that come to mind, does it surprise you that Apple may have a problem? You see, the big deal with Arrandale is the greatly increased integrated graphics. Apple themselves have been...

Core i5/i7 (Arrandale) processors to grace MBP’s come early 2010?

Core i5/i7 (Arrandale) processors to grace MBP’s come early 2010?

Those with itchy trigger/mouse fingers longing to order a new top-o-the-line Macbook Pro need to get control of themselves and holster their weapons for a brighter horizon is upon us. Would you be so eager to drop 2-3 large on a MBP knowing that Arrandale (read: Core i5/i7) processors are just around the corner from release, bringing a new generation of speed and power in the smallest most energy efficient package yet? Hmm, worded like that, even the king edition of a MBP...

Intel making the move to 32nm

Intel making the move to 32nm

Love trees, saving energy, and hugging cute furry critters? Intel’s shift towards 32nm processors should help you in that quest. If you didn’t know, the big hype around Intel’s move to smaller 32nm processors will mean increased efficiency which in turn will provide better battery life ending up with the previously mentioned results. Most people won’t ever notice a difference or know that the computer they buy in the not too distant future packs a...