One of the things awaited for during the next quarter is the two core version of the Atom processors that Intel sells like hot cakes.
The first model of the genre will be the Atom 330 that will be equipped with 2 cores running at 1,6 GHz and which will consume only 8W. Even though this processor is nothing compared to the Core 2 duo, it will remain an elegant alternative in the small entry level machines or ultraportables.
However It should be noted that is no connection between these two cores. Rather than to create a specific architecture, Intel is satisfied by sticking these two cores on the same piece of silicon. In order to work together, they will have to thus forward the data using the bus system which is far from the ideal solution, in addition this Atom will be equipped with the Hyperthreading that allows it to manage 4 simultaneously threads. Thus they will have to fight to reach the data stored in memory!
The things should however be seen relatively. The goal of Intel with the Atom is to offer a product having an excellent price ratio/performances/consumption and not to compete with the remainder of the processors of the mobile range.
Last week, we told you about an Apple TechNote in which we learned that Apple would allow for the exchange of bare MagSafe adapters under certain conditions.
It had been indicated that it was not necessary to bring the computer. However, a reader reminded us that in order to open an exchange file, they will need the serial number of your machine. So, we recommend that you bring your computer, its receipt, or at least write down its serial number before leaving.
The same applies to all purchases of spare parts not requiring exchange, such as casing, trackpads, or even keyboards.
Everyone has seen at least one TV advertisement extolling the merits of the iPhone 3G. In these ads, Apple claims that you have the possibility to have all the Internet in your pocket. The UK Advertising Standards Authority has deemed this misleading and has prohibited further airings following complaints from two people. The main items of concern were the lack of Java and Flash, which are used on many sites.
Apple has
presented a defence as surprising as these accusations. The company states that Safari for the iPhone uses all Open Source technologies, but Flash and Java are not among them. It's not up to them to ensure that proprietary technologies which require a separate download are compatible.
This defence might have worked if Apple did not included these technologies on the Mac by default and if they had not refused the two companies the right to create plug-ins for the iPhone version of Safari.
