The recent report about Apple working on an ARM-based chip for MacBook Pro 2017 is rumored to be the first step of the Cupertino-based company towards independence from Intel when it comes to processor. See full details here for the advantages and some benefits from utilizing ARM-based chip including the new feature called  "Power Nap".

Advantages of ARM-Based Chips for MacBook Pro 2017

The 2016 iteration of MacBook Pro has reportedly using the ARM-based chips for the Touch Bar but it is not as powerful as everyone though it is. In fact, according to Tech Crunch, the said chip called T1 is the same chip that is present in the Apple Watch Series 2.

However, the ARM-based chip for the MacBook Pro 2017 is said to take away the roles of Intel on Apple's portable machine processor and also aims to deliver less power consumption. The chip has a codename T310 which basically would handle the computer's low-power mode functionality which is usually handle by Intel processors in most cases of Apple's laptops and Mac computers.

The new feature called "Power Nap" which has been developed by Apple engineers is expected to make a debut in the 2017 iteration of MacBook Pro. According to Bloomberg, this functionality would enable the MacBook Pro to install software updates, retrieve e-mails and synchronize calendar appointments while the computer display is turned off.

While these tasks have already been performed with Intel processor, the next-generation ARM chips will allow the MacBook Pro to save power for battery life longevity. In order to take new responsibility, the newly developed ARM-based chips also connects the parts of the system of MacBook Pro laptop such as storage and wireless components.

Will Apple Ditch Out Intel Totally?

However, despite the fact that Apple has already started venturing out on their own processing chipsets such as ARM-based processors in iPhones and iPads, Apple is reportedly no plans of totally ditching out Intel out of their backyard. In fact, Apple is looking forward to work with Intel in their upcoming models of MacBook Pro with next-generation ARM-based chipsets.