Your MacBook Air could get even thinner.
Which is impressive, as the current models are seriously thin already.
Per iMore and Engadget, Intel on Monday announced a new family of Core M “Broadwell” processors, which could possibly cut down even further on power consumption via improved cooling solutions.
Presenting the new chips at Computex, Intel president Renee James showed off a 2-in-1 PC powered by the company’s new 14nm Intel Core M chip, making way into the fifth generation (Broadwell) of Intel processors. The new processors utilize less energy and improve battery life, while providing enough power for consumers to enjoy a smooth experience on supported devices. The 2-in-1 PC shown off at Computex was just 7.2mm thick (see below photo) with no fans to hear or external exhausts to see. Those kind of features would be incredibly nice to see on a MacBook Air.
According to data supplied by Intel during the presentation, the new Core M processors will feature the following:
– Runs up to 60 percent cooler.
– Will offer an increase of performance between 20 and 40 percent.
– Between 10 and 45 percent lower power draw.
– Takes up 50 percent less space in devices.
Not a bad combination and this could lead to some interesting possibilities.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.