New Macs feature dual or "quad-core" processors, says Apple [u]
Apple Inc. this week inadvertently tipped its hand by revealing plans to include quad-core processors from Intel Corp. in an upcoming generation of Mac computers.
The Cupertino-based Mac maker has not yet introduced systems with quad-core processors, but as AppleInsider reported exclusively back in October, an 8-core Mac Pro — by way of two quad-core Intel "Clovertown" Xeon chips — remains ready and waiting.
For Apple, the slip-up marks the second time this month that one of its online stores has published hints at the next-generation Mac Pro. A couple of week's ago, its UK shop accidently posted then removed a similar blurb.
"Now quad-core or 8-core processing power," said a caption next to the company's existing Mac Pro offering. "Configure yours today."
Update: Apple finally got around to correcting the blurb on its online store, which now reads: "Every new Mac features powerful dual-core or quad-core Intel processing, the world's most advanced operating system, and more."
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"Build your Mac to your exact specifications, or start with our recommended configurations that are optimized for Creative Suite 3."
This makes me think that we could see new hardware at NAB.
Quad-Core? Dual Processors with 2 cores each me thinks.
Nuff Said.
Yes, we've all known this was coming, but when is Apple going to FINALLY introduce the new Macs????!!!!!????
I thought part of the reason for the Intel switch is that it would allow Apple to update their products more regularly. I realize that CS3 is going to be a major selling point for new Macs (the Mac Pro especially) but even so, its been months since Intel introduced these new chips.
Now that my little rant is over... who else is going to by an Octo Core Mac Pro whenever the do get released?
Quad-Core? Dual Processors with 2 cores each me thinks.
Am I jumping the gun, or does it sound like this includes a 4-core option for the Macbooks and Macbook Pros?