There are actually some details you didn't know about the MacBook Air's tiny CPU: The shrinkage tech behind it had been collecting dust on Intel's shelf for a couple years since no PC manufacturer was interested in it. When Apple ordered a tiny chip, Intel thought what Apple wanted was years away, before re-discovering the concept—a year later they had it refreshed and ready to go. Which is the usual breakneck speed Apple moves, Intel's Tech Cheif Justin Rattner told. He also mentioned that they're collaborating on more breakthrough stuff that's "equally aggressive."
He also said Intel pushed WiMax hard because at the time it was the best and easiest way to deliver broadband everywhere. Now there are alternatives, and their view is that "if WiMax succeeds, we'll have the bandwidth. If others succeed, we'll have the bandwidth." Does that smell like a vote of confidence to you, or ambivalence, sprinkled with hints of regret?
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