Apple recently unveiled a line of new iPads at an event in San Francisco, with a particular emphasis on the device’s potential for artificial intelligence features. The company showcased its latest M4 chipset in its Pro models, which includes a more powerful “neural engine” to support AI and machine learning capabilities in both third-party apps and Apple’s own software.
Apple has been investing heavily in its neural engine technology since 2017, and the improvements in power and performance have been impressive. The M4’s neural engine is capable of performing an astonishing 38 trillion operations per second, which is more than double the operations per second compared to the base-level M3 chipset found in other Apple devices like the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and iMac.
Tim Millet, Apple’s vice president of platform architecture, spoke about the importance of these advancements in AI capabilities for the company. He emphasized that staying competitive in the rapidly evolving technology landscape is crucial for Apple, and that these improvements are a key focus for the company moving forward. Overall, Apple’s continued investment in AI technology is likely to drive innovation and growth in the industry as a whole.
