If you’re currently hankering for a forthcoming MacBook Pro featuring Intel’s new Core i5 processor, it may be en route.
Per AppleInsider, an e-mail promotion sent from Intel to members of Intel’s Retail Edge promotional program highlight a forthcoming MacBook Pro from Apple sporting the Core processor.
The promotion was included in an e-mail sent out to U.S. members of the Intel Retail Edge Program. It reads: “January Prize Draw: Win a MacBook Pro. Pass this month’s trainings for 2 chances to win one of 2 MacBook Pro laptops with the accelerated response of an Intel Core i5 processor.”
Currently, the top MacBook Pro features an Intel Core 2 Duo processor.
The Intel Retail Edge Program allows retail employees who sell Intel products to access technical knowledge and sales tips, which allows them to earn “chips” which can be exchanged for products. The program also offers occasional contests and giveaways.
Last week at CES, Intel formally introduced its new line of processors, which included the new Core i3, i5 and i7 chips. The mobile Core i5 is considered to be a likely candidate for a coming MacBook Pro refresh.
Apple is expected to host an event Jan. 27 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco to introduce new products. While most speculation has centered around a tablet being unveiled at the event, Apple could also use it as an opportunity to refresh its MacBook Pro line.
Since a picture’s worth a thousand words, here you go:
