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Offline jchuzi

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M1 chip
« on: November 10, 2021, 09:07:56 AM »
I have been following the news about the M1 chip with great interest. This NYTimes opinion piece, The Chip That Could Transform Computing, should be of interest. My current iMac cannot use Monterey but I am delaying a purchase of a comparable (27") iMac until Apple makes one with the M1 chip. Not only should that be superior to my present setup, but it will postpone the inevitable obsolescence (compared to buying a current Intel iMac).

Here's a further possibility: It may be possible install Monterey on my iMac by following the directions in Mini Monterey Patcher. I'm not brave enough to try this yet since the software is in an inchoate stage. But, this developer already has Patched Sur, which I don't need. At any rate, it's something to keep in mind.
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Re: M1 chip
« Reply #1 on: November 10, 2021, 10:00:07 AM »
I suspect the author is an Apple stockholder. :) But it does look like Apple has a great chip technology. The problems will come in compatibility, especially third-party software. And Apple's still small footprint will be a hindrance. Their overall product sales, can hopefully, support the R&D for quite a while. :Thinking: :yes: Would be even better if they manufactured them in the US of A?

Didn't read all 203 comments... :wallbash:

BTW, Jon, if you'll send me your snail mail address, I send you a dollar to help you build up your kitty for the purchase. :notworthy:
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Re: M1 chip
« Reply #2 on: November 10, 2021, 10:12:14 AM »
Quote from: Xairbusdriver
BTW, Jon, if you'll send me your snail mail address, I send you a dollar to help you build up your kitty for the purchase.
No need to send a dollar. Just send me the login to your bank account and your password and I will deduct the dollar from your account.  :toothgrin:
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