Intel's next-gen Thunderbolt rumored to hit 40Gbps transfer speeds with new connector

In a purported presentation slide leaked to the Web on Monday, Intel outlines its next-generation Thunderbolt specification — "Alpine Ridge" — that will boast double the throughput of current Thunderbolt 2 interface, while bringing massive gains in power efficiency.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 107

SV150: Apple, Inc. earns more than HP, Google, Intel & Cisco combined

A listing of Silicon Valley's top companies points out that Apple now brings in more revenue ($174 billion) than second place Hewlett Packard and third place Google combined, and earns more money ($37 billion) than the rest of the top five together.

Daniel Eran Dilger 12 years ago 50

Apple opts out of latest patent acquisition fund from Intellectual Ventures

Prominent patent buyer Intellectual Ventures won't be able to count Apple among the participants in its latest IP purchase, as the iPhone maker has apparently opted out of its latest investment.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 50

Intel unveils 10-gigabit Ethernet Thunderbolt Networking coming to Macs, PCs

Intel on Monday took the covers off of Thunderbolt Networking, an addition to the Thunderbolt 2 interconnect standard that will allow users to transfer data between two Macs and PCs at up to 10 gigabits per second over an emulated Ethernet connection.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 67

Silicon Valley anti-poaching suit to proceed as judge denies requests from Apple, others

A federal judge on Friday issued an order denying requests from Apple, Google, Intel and Adobe to escape going to trial over claims that the four tech heavyweights artificially suppressed employee wages through anti-poaching agreements.

Mikey Campbell 12 years ago 18

Intel CEO says relationship with Apple remains positive, companies are growing 'closer'

Intel Chief Executive Brian Krzanich, who has served as head of the chipmaker for less than one year, was asked on Wednesday about his company's relationship with Apple, and responded that the two parties continue to "grow closer" as time progresses.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 51

Teardown of Apple's new Mac Pro reveals socketed, removable Intel CPU

Hardware enthusiasts will likely be pleased to know that the processor powering Apple's new Mac Pro desktop appears removable, meaning that future upgrades of the CPU could be possible.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 284

Review: Apple's late-2013 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display

Apple's new late 2013 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display has a slightly thinner profile and reduced heft from last year's model, along with a smaller price tag. But it's what's on the inside that really makes this notebook a stunner.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 126

Intel targets next-generation mobile data with first LTE-enabled multi-mode wireless modem

With the launch of Samsung's Galaxy Tab 3 10.1, Intel has become just the second company in the world to ship a wireless radio platform capable of communicating on 2G, 3G, and LTE networks in a single package.

Shane Cole 12 years ago 8

Intel to start manufacturing third-party ARM chips in 2014

In a somewhat shocking turn of events, Intel, creators of the 8086 CPU and resulting x86 microchip architecture, will begin fabricating ARM processors for another company starting next year.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 64

Apple bests Samsung, Intel in mobile processor revenues

Thanks to the massive popularity of the iPhone and iPad, Apple has become one of the five largest makers of processors for mobile devices by revenue in the world, according to new data.

Shane Cole 12 years ago 26

Nike, Oakley hires may mean Intel intends to take on Galaxy Gear, possible iWatch in wearable tech

Samsung and Sony have already thrown their hats into the wearable tech ring, and Apple is expected to do so in the next year, but now word emerges that silicon giant Intel is also plotting a move into wearable devices and has made a couple of recent hires that indicate it is considering the wrist as prime real estate.

Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 30

Haswell-based MacBook Pros expected to ship in September - report

The highly-anticipated MacBook Pro refresh is said to already be in production, setting the stage for a possible unveiling alongside new iPhones at Apple's rumored Sept. 10 event.

Shane Cole 12 years ago 138

Microsoft, Intel, Oracle & AT&T come to Apple's defense in looming iPhone 4 ban

High stakes in an impending iPhone 4 ban by the International Trade Commission have created some unlikely bedfellows, with a trade group representing Microsoft coming to the defense of rival Apple.

Sam Oliver 12 years ago 42

Haswell-powered iMacs could hit in late Aug., followed by new MacBook Pros in mid-Sept.

Intel's latest-generation Haswell chips are expected to come to Apple's iMac desktop as soon as next month, though Retina display MacBook Pros will have to wait a little longer for an update.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 140

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