Apple to brand Light Peak as Thunderbolt

Posted on Wednesday, February 23 2011 @ 14:44 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Engadget received evidence that Apple will implement Intel's Light Peak technology as "Thunderbolt" in its upcoming MacBook Pro refresh. Additionally, the site also notes that Apple's MacBook Pro doesn't seem to have discrete graphics, it looks like the laptop will have to do with Intel's integrated graphics.

The rumor gears are really starting to churn with regard Apple's upcoming MacBook Pro refresh and now we have a purported leak of the upcoming spec sheet for the new 13-inch model. The highlight is a note (and image, above) seemingly confirming that Apple will implement Intel's Light Peak high-speed interconnect, renaming it the Thunderbolt.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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