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Forbes
2 hours ago
- Forbes
Three Reasons To Wait For Apple's Next MacBook Pro
A MacBook Pro is displayed inside the Apple Carnegie Library store on May 30, 2025 (Photo by Kevin ...) Apple may be planning an evolutionary update to the iPhone, introducing the first fashionably thin smartphone running iOS. Those looking for a new Mac will be watching for details on the next release. That will be the MacBook Pro, and it will be worth the wait. The MacBook Pro's M5 Advantage While the M5 chipset is expected to be a relatively steady upgrade of the macOS-focused Apple Silicon, that performance upgrade will be keenly felt as Apple establishes its deskbound operating system in a world focused on artificial intelligence. Apple's approach to offer as much local processing of personal data as possible requires as much power as possible inside the Mac. The M5 is expected to be launched in 2025, and only two devices are likely to carry the chipset. The first, echoing the debut of the M4 in 2024, will be the iPad Pro. On the Mac side, again echoing 2024's approach, will be the MacBook Pro. The MacBook Pro And External Displays Apple has leaned into external displays as a key differentiator between the consumer-focused MacBook Air and the professional-focused MacBook Pro. That has meant that display support has typically allowed for more resolution and more screens on the Pro laptops compared to the Air. With a potential upgrade to Apple's Studio Display—three years after its initial launch—there is another opportunity to pair this with the MacBook Pro capabilities. It may be that the new display could ask for the M5 chip in a laptop to reach its full potential. With a release date 'before 2026', retail availability on the MacBoko Pro in late 2025 would allow the two to launch in partnership. MacBook Pro's Faster Connectivity Alongside the M5 upgrade offering a 15 to 20 percent uplift in pure performance, another speedy upgrade is lurking inside the spec leaks of the next macOS laptop, namely Wi-Fi 7. The new iteration of the communications standard offers speeds of up to 46 Gbps, compared to 9.6 Gbps for Wi-Fi 6, thanks to increased bandwidth and higher data density. Those who invest in or have access to new networking equipment can pair faster connectivity with a more powerful processor to unlock greater potential from their laptop. MacBook Pro Launch Date Although the M5 chip has not yet been launched, news from the supply chain suggests the chipset is on course for Apple's late-October launch event, a date which has seen significant upgrades across the Mac platform. The MacBook Pro is set to be the flagship for the 2025 edition. Now read the latest MacBook Pro, iPhone, and iPad headlines in Forbes' weekly Apple Loop news digest...
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Perplexity launches its AI browser for Windows users, Android version incoming
Perplexity has announced that its AI-powered Comet browser is now available to Windows users. The company's CEO, Aravind Srinivas, confirmed via a post on X that the Windows version of Comet is complete and invites have already been sent out to early testers. Srinivas also mentioned that an Android release is underway and is moving faster than expected. Perplexity has announced the release of its AI-powered Comet browser, now available for Windows users.(Perplexity) Earlier this year, Perplexity introduced Comet in a beta form, initially available only to Mac users with Apple Silicon chips. The browser integrates AI tools that let users ask questions, find discounts in shopping carts, and manage emails more efficiently. One notable feature is that it allows users to upload a photo and see how selected clothing items would look on them, which shows the browser's interactive AI capabilities. Also read: Think that new Minecraft mod is safe? It could be malware stealing your data - over 1,500 players already hit Although Perplexity has not set an official launch date, the CEO hinted at a wider release soon and continues to accept sign-ups via a waitlist. The browser has attracted attention not only for its AI features but also for privacy concerns. Srinivas previously made a statement suggesting Comet would collect data beyond the app to better understand users, which sparked debate. He later clarified that users will have the option to opt out of personalisation related to targeted advertising. Also read: Welcomes Meta's New Policy Enabling Regulated Gaming Ads When Comet officially launches, it will enter a competitive market alongside browsers like Opera Neon and AI-driven products from Google and OpenAI. Also read: India's digital job scene to expand in 2025 with rise in AI and data-driven roles AI Video Generation Comes to X In a related update, Perplexity enhanced its chatbot on X with a new AI video generation feature. Users can now tag @AskPerplexity with a prompt to receive short, eight-second videos with sound created by AI, including visuals and dialogue. While this update could increase user interaction, it also raises concerns about misinformation on X, a platform already under scrutiny for content moderation issues. Perplexity stated that it has implemented robust filters to reduce misuse of the video creation tool. Mobile finder: iPhone 16 Pro Max LATEST price, specs and all details
Engadget
6 days ago
- Business
- Engadget
Perplexity's AI-powered browser opens up to select Windows users
Perplexity is planning to open up its Comet browser that's powered by "agentic search" to Windows users, according to the company's CEO. Aravind Srinivas posted on X that the Windows build of Comet is ready and has sent out invites to early testers already. Perplexity's CEO also hinted at a potential release for Android devices, adding that it was "moving at a crazy pace and moving ahead of schedule." In May, Perplexity launched a beta version of its AI-powered Comet browser, only available to Mac users running Apple Silicon. The intelligent browser comes with AI features baked in, like the ability to ask it questions, check shopping carts for discounts and dig up unanswered emails. The beta version even showcases a "Try on" feature where users can upload a photo of themselves and Comet will generate an image of them wearing a selected piece of clothing. There's still no official debut set, but Srinivas previously hinted at an upcoming release in an X post earlier this month. Comet is still only offering a waitlist for those interested, but the browser has already stirred up controversy. The company's CEO previously made comments during a podcast interview that Perplexity would use Comet "to get data even outside the app to better understand you." Srinivas later clarified on X that the comment was taken out of context, adding that "every user will be given the option to not be part of the personalization" when it comes to targeted ads. When Comet is released, the agentic browser will face competition from Opera Neon and similar offerings from Google and OpenAI.
Forbes
21-06-2025
- Forbes
When Will Apple Launch The New MacBook Air And MacBook Pro?
A MacBook Pro is displayed inside the Apple Carnegie Library store on May 30, 2025 (Photo by Kevin ...) While the main iPhone line has its launch date fixed to early September, the Mac portfolio, especially the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops, has been adrift in the calendar for many years. Thankfully, Apple is settling into a steady rhythm of new releases across its hardware portfolio, bringing some stability to the Mac announcements. For many, that means regular updates to the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops. Finding An Annual MacBook Pro Schedule Apple has indicated that it now prefers annual updates on software and hardware. The recent move to unify the various operating systems to a single number pointing to the year where it will be dominant only works with annual refreshes on the cardinal number and the associated software. The key hardware upgrade is the Apple Silicon chipset. Over the last five years, Apple has rolled out five major versions of the M-Series chipsets. Through these, Tim Cook and his team have worked to bring the chaotic laptop releases under some control. It now looks like the patterns set in 2024 will continue in 2025 and 2026, which lets us start putting some dates into the calendar. And it's the Apple Silicon M-Series that highlights Apple's consistent upgrade path. MacBook Pro's iPad Pro Barrier The current MacBook Pro was launched in late October 2024, five months after the Apple Silicon M4 chipset debuted with the iPad Pro M4. That happened one month before Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference. That iPad captured the love and 'new car smell' of the Apple Silicon M4 away from the Mac family. That's not the case this year; not only has a new iPad Pro been announced, but WWDC has also been and gone with no announcement of the Apple Silicon M5. With roughly eighteen months between each of the last three models, this doesn't come as a huge surprise, given we're looking at cadences. That should clear the way for the M5 to arrive inside new Mac products.. When Will The New MacBook Pro M5 Arrive Apple first launched the MacBook Pro with the M1 Max and M1 Pro chips on Oct. 18, 2021. The M2 Pro and M2 Max models arrived later in the cycle, on Jan. 17, 2023. Normal service resumed on Oct. 30 2023 with the M3 Pro and M3 Max models, with Oct 30. 2024 seeing the M4 Pro and M4 Max models (alongside the vanilla M4 model). There are enough signs from the supply chain that Apple's pre-release activities are following the same schedule as last year, for example, the Apple Silicon M5 chipsets are now in production. The schedule has been confirmed throughout the year. Oct. 30th is a Thursday this year. Apple tends to go earlier in the week for a launch, so it's likely Tuesday, Oct. 28th or Wednesday, Oct. 29th. Either way, Halloween week is the safest bet so far. And perhaps for more than the MacBook Pro. The MacBook Pro M5 Competition As for the eighteen-month window on the iPad Pro, that points to a similar late October launch. Apple will be considering a launch of the iPad Pro M5 alongside the MacBook Pro M5. Both the laptop and the tablet are geared towards different markets with different scenarios, and launching them together to complement each other would allow for the similarities of macOS and iPadOS to be demonstrated, as well as illustrating the different approaches Apple's mobile computing teams have taken. It's worth noting that the current M4-powered MacBook Air was launched in early March 2025, some ten months after the reveal of the M4 chipset in the iPad Pro, putting the consumer-focused laptop close to a year behind the current technology, while still giving the appearance of sitting on the cutting edge. Will The MacBook Pro M5 Be Enough All of this stands in the shadow of one key detail around the MacBook Pro M5… that it will be little more than an internal upgrade to allow for the Apple Silicon bump. The external design changes—including the long-awaited arrival of an OLED display—may be waiting for the M6-powered model in 2026. Now read the latest MacBook Pro, iPhone and WWDC headlines in Forbes' weekly Apple news digest...
Hans India
20-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Apple Eyes Generative AI to Speed Up iPhone and Mac Chip Design, Confirms Hardware Chief
Apple is preparing to bring generative AI into the heart of its chip development process, a move that could transform how the company designs processors for its iPhones, Macs, and other devices. Johny Srouji, Apple's Senior Vice President of Hardware Technologies, recently confirmed the company's growing interest in using AI tools to make its silicon design process faster and more efficient. Speaking in Belgium while receiving an award from Imec, a renowned semiconductor research institute, Srouji revealed that Apple sees strong potential in applying AI-driven automation to speed up its chip development timeline. According to a report by Reuters, which reviewed a recording of the event, Srouji stated, 'Generative AI techniques have a high potential in getting more design work done in less time, and it can be a huge productivity boost.' Srouji emphasized that while AI offers immense benefits, it must be complemented by robust design infrastructure. He pointed out the crucial support Apple receives from electronic design automation (EDA) partners such as Cadence Design Systems and Synopsys. 'EDA companies are super critical in supporting our chip design complexities,' he said. Apple's exploration of generative AI for chipmaking reflects a broader industry trend, with tech rivals like Google and OpenAI investing heavily in artificial intelligence. Google, during its I/O 2025 developer event, showcased a range of AI innovations, while OpenAI continues to lead advancements in conversational AI through ChatGPT, further intensifying competition in the AI race. Though Apple has faced criticism for lagging in the consumer-facing AI space—especially after delays in rolling out promised Apple Intelligence features—its latest announcement indicates a shift toward strengthening its behind-the-scenes AI capabilities. Apple has been developing its in-house chips since 2010, beginning with the A4 processor for the iPhone. Since then, the tech giant has expanded its custom silicon portfolio to include the A-series for mobile devices and the M-series for its Mac lineup. The transition from Intel processors to Apple-designed M-series chips was a bold move, but one that has paid off significantly. These chips have helped Apple achieve industry-leading performance, battery efficiency, and tighter hardware-software integration across its devices. 'Moving the Mac to Apple Silicon was a huge bet for us,' Srouji reflected. 'There was no backup plan, no split-the-lineup plan, so we went all in, including a monumental software effort.' Now, with plans to incorporate AI into its chip design workflow, Apple is signaling a new chapter in its silicon strategy. While consumer-facing features may still be in development, the company is clearly investing in foundational technologies that could sharpen its competitive edge in the years ahead. As Apple continues to explore generative AI applications in hardware, the future of Apple Silicon may be even faster, more powerful, and more intelligently designed—bringing the company in closer competition with AI pioneers across the tech landscape.
