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Analysis: Apple keeps us guessing

Back when the Mac’s processors were provided by IBM and Freescale (née Motorola), and Apple could tightly control what little—if any—information it provided about its products. But now Intel keeps everyone well informed about its processor plans. Rik Myslewski looks at some recent chip announcements from Apple’s sole processor supplier and how they might affect the Mac market.

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Analysis: Apple keeps us guessing

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