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Apple is expected to launch new Macs later this year and if a new report is to be believed, the 2018 Macs might feature an ARM coprocessor for increased security. The company is said to be working on at least three new Mac models which will feature an ARM coprocessor. It’s pertinent to mention here that Apple isn’t shifting to ARM processors completely for Macs, these models will retain their primary Intel chips.

These coprocessors will reportedly be similar to the T2 and T1 chips in the iMac Pro and the 2016 MacBook Pro respectively. The report doesn’t mention which product lines will be getting this new coprocessor, only that at least three models are being developed with Apple-designed chips and that they include two laptops and a new desktop.

Given that the T2 coprocessor is already present in the iMac Pro, it’s possible that the desktop mentioned in this report is the Mac Pro. However, one cannot rule out a refreshed model of the iMac that could feature a new ARM coprocessor as well.

The T1 chip currently used in the MacBook Pro is responsible for managing the Touch Bar and Touch ID components as well as the Secure Enclave. The iMac Pro’s chip goes one step further as it secures the OS with Secure Boot, works as the image signal processor for the FaceTime camera, and performs a couple of other functions as well.

Bloomberg’s report mentions that two laptop models will receive a new ARM coprocessor this year, so perhaps we might see a new 12 inch MacBook and a new MacBook Air, but there’s no indication as yet about any planned updates for the MacBook Air.

More information about this might come up if Apple is really planning on doing this. Apple hasn’t commented on this report.

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HMD Global recently released the Android 8.0 Oreo update for the new iteration of the Nokia 6 that was launched earlier this month. It said at that time that it’s going to release the Oreo update for the original Nokia 6 in the near future as well. That day is today. The original Nokia 6 is now receiving its Android 8.0 Oreo update.

The original Nokia 6 handset bearing model number TA-1000 is now receiving the Android 8.0 Oreo update in China. HMD Global, the Finland-based company that makes these Nokia-branded handsets, has made good on its promise to have the update out for this device soon.

The stable version of Android 8.0 Oreo for the original Nokia 6 follows the release of the Oreo update for the Nokia 6 (2018) and the Nokia 7 earlier this month. Both handsets are yet to be released out of China and HMD Global hasn’t confirmed when these handsets will make their way to other markets.

Android 8.0 Oreo brings several major features to the handset as it is a major platform update after all. Users will get features like picture-in-picture mode, integrated Instant Apps, user interface optimizations, and more. There may be some China-specific customizations as well.

Those who own an original Nokia 6 in China can now keep an eye out for the update notification as it will be arriving soon if it hasn’t already.

Original Nokia 6 Oreo Update Rolling Out Now , original content from Ubergizmo. Read our Copyrights and terms of use.

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