eWeek reports that “Apple Computer is looking toward a 64-bit future for the Mac — courtesy of PowerPC partner IBM.” It’s called the GPUL (GigaProcessor Ultralite). If this is rooted in reality, this development would make the “MHz Myth” a moot point, dramatically increasing Mac speed to unheard of levels. eWeek’s report here.
Update – 3:24 PM: discussion is now raging on this topic over at Ars Technica.
Apple stock price plummets as supply chain snarls mar forecast in Cook’s final earnings as CEO
Apple shares fell nearly 10% on Friday after a disappointing forecast revealed struggles to secure enough components amid the…
Tim Cook exits Apple not with a bang, but with a $350 billion whimper
Tim Cook’s fifteen-year run as Apple’s CEO is closing not with a victory lap, but with a sharp reminder of the limits of his signature skill…
Analysts split on Apple after strong Q3 beat overshadowed by soft Q4 guidance
Wall Street’s reaction to Apple’s fiscal third-quarter 2026 results, released Thursday, July 30th, mixed praise for robust demand with…
MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q326 conference call
MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q326 Conference Call with analysts starting at 2pm PDT / 5pm EDT today, July 30, 2026…
Apple reports blockbuster third quarter results
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2026 third quarter ended June 27, 2026. The company posted quarterly revenue of…