Apple rumored to switch back to Nvidia GPUs for 2012 MacBook models Apple's switch to AMD graphics across its entire product line could be short-lived, as a new rumor claims that next-generation MacBook models will once again feature Nvidia graphics processors. Slash Lane 14 years ago 45
Apple to use Intel's Sandy Bridge without Nvidia GPUs in new MacBooks Future MacBooks set to arrive in 2011 will rely on Intel's forthcoming Sandy Bridge processor, which means Nvidia's graphics processors will not be included in at least some models 13 inches and under, according to a new report. Sam Oliver 15 years ago 126
Nvidia announces high-end Fermi GPU for Apple's Mac Pro Nvidia has announced the Fermi-powered Quadro 4000 GPU for Mac Pro upgraders, while Apple has begun sale of the ATI Radeon HD 5870 graphics card for the Mac desktop. Slash Lane 15 years ago 32
AMD reveals plans to retire ATI graphics brand AMD, the exclusive provider of discrete graphics chips in Apple's latest refresh of the Mac desktop lineup, will phase out the ATI graphics brand name this year. Sam Oliver 15 years ago 54
OpenGL 4.1 specification released and ready for use by Apple The Knronos Group released its latest OpenGL 4.1 specification today at the SIGGRAPH conference, introducing tighter integration with mobile OpenGL ES and OpenCL APIs and expanding its core capabilities to unlock graphics performance on both Macs and PCs and on iPhones and other mobile devices. Daniel Eran Dilger 15 years ago 20
Apple offers fix for iMac's Radeon HD 4850 freezing issues A rare weekend software update promises to cure system freezing issues in early 2009 iMacs equipped with an ATI Radeon HD 4850 graphics chipset. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 80
Apple reportedly adding more graphics chip experts to team Apple isn't done building its arsenal of chip designers, according to a new report, which claims the company will acquire the services of yet another expert who's enjoyed a long and successful tenure with the ATI/AMD camp. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 36
New iMac owners see Radeon HD 4850-related lock-up issue In a near-repeat of an issue that plagued the aluminum iMac early on, owners of new iMacs equipped with the ATI Radeon HD 4850 graphics chipset are encountering frequent system freeze issues. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 182
Notes of interest on Apple's desktops: Mac Pro gets Xeons early While most are familiar with Apple's desktop overhaul, a number of important details have slipped through the cracks — including confirmation that Apple is receiving access to Intel's next-generation Xeon processors ahead of schedule. Aidan Malley and Zach Spear 17 years ago 32
Mac OS X 10.5.7 may have Nehalem, Radeon HD 4000 support In addition to expected fixes, Apple's upcoming 10.5.7 update to Mac OS X Leopard is now claimed to recognize Intel's newer Nehalem architecture as well as AMD's ATI Radeon HD 4000 graphics chipsets. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 56
Intel details Larrabee multi-core graphics processor As a prelude to the SIGGRAPH expo, Intel has revealed some key details of its first dedicated 3D chipset and its potential for expanding what developers can do with 3D graphics. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 16
10.5.3 Server details; Apple updates; iPhone exclusivity in question Apple is reportedly winding down updates to its 10.5.3 Server update, AppleInsider has learned. Officially, Apple has released updates for iMac graphics and its Java engine in Leopard, and Microsoft has finally updated Messenger for Macs. Unofficial reports have Apple changing its mind on exclusive carrier deals, and say that iPhone users have very different tastes than BlackBerry owners. Katie Marsal 18 years ago 39
NVIDIA readying GeForce 8800 GT upgrade for earlier Mac Pros After owners of the first-generation Mac Pro desktop voiced frustration that they couldn't upgrade to the GeForce 8800 GT video card, its creator NVIDIA is pledging an updated version that will work with both new and old Apple towers. Aidan Malley 18 years ago 123
