Zoom adds support for Apple Silicon
Zoom has released a new version of its video conferencing software with native support for the Apple Silicon M1 chip. This should allow the software to perform better on Apple's new ARM-based computers.
In the release notes of version 5.4.7, Zoom indicates that the new version has better support... Read more
‘Microsoft working on ARM based processors for Azure and Surface’
Like Apple and Amazon, Microsoft appears to be working on the development of its own processors based on the ARM architecture. The chips are mainly intended for servers, but the company is also looking at possibilities for the Surface line.
The rumours originate from Bloomberg sources. In respon... Read more
Intel is losing ground in servers due to AMD, ARM and others
According to analyst firm IDC, the global server market stalled in 2020's Q3. Revenue rose 2.2% year-on-year to hit the $22.565 billion mark, but shipments shrank by 5,453, to 3,065,791, compared to the same time last year.
The firm says that non-x86 kit did well, with revenue growing by 10.4% t... Read more
Windows 10 Insider build now supports 64-bit x86 emulation on ARM
Microsoft has added support for 64-bit x86 emulation on ARM processors in the latest Insider Preview of Windows 10. This allows laptops with ARM CPUs to theoretically run all Windows software.
Microsoft has been working on x86 emulation on ARM processors for some time, but until now the company ... Read more
‘Apple working on processors with 16 to 32 cores’
Apple appears to be working on new processors for future computers with far more cores than the four found in the M1. The chips would be intended for more expensive MacBooks, iMacs and even the Mac Pro.
The rumours originate from Bloomberg, who appears to have an Apple roadmap in its hands. The ... Read more
Windows 10 may get support for Android apps
Microsoft appears to be planning an extra-large update in the autumn of 2021. In addition to previously announced improvements to the user interface, the company is considering adding support for Android apps.
The information comes from a source that spoke to Windows Central. The source says tha... Read more
Microsoft releases a version of Office for Apple Silicon
Windows 10 users upset that the first Arm version of Microsoft's Office suite is for Mac users.
Apple announced earlier this month the availability of new Mac devices based on a custom architecture known as Apple Silicon. Microsoft has now announced its support of Microsoft 365 and Office 2019 o... Read more
Apple releases macOS Big Sur
Apple has released the latest update for its operating system for laptops and desktops. The new version brings several changes. It is the first version of macOS with support for ARM processors.
With macOS 11.0 Big Sur, Apple has changed the version number of its operating system for the first ti... Read more
Apple reveals first MacBooks and Mac mini with ARM chipset
Apple has announced the Apple Silicon M1. It is the first SoC the company has developed for use in laptops and desktops. Apple claims that the SoC is a lot faster and more economical than the x86 processors the company used before.
The M1-SoC builds on about ten years of experience Apple has in ... Read more
Macs with Apple’s own chips expected to debut at November 10 event
The new computers will feature "Apple silicon" for the first time.
Apple announced Monday it will hold a digital event November 10. There, the company is expected to announce its first Mac computers using Apple silicon chips. The company has been using Intel processors since 2005.
Apple unve... Read more