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Is this why the M1 Pro/Max MBPs also come with an accelerometer and gyroscope [1] even if it doesn't come with mechanical hard drives? Because Apple needs to su

Is this why the M1 Pro/Max MBPs also come with an accelerometer and gyroscope [1] even if it doesn't come with mechanical hard drives? Because Apple needs to support Catalyst apps? [1]: https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Pro+14-Inch+2021+Chip+ID/145718#s296627 https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Pro+14-Inch+2021+Chip+I...

Andy2626 5y ago
It’s mostly likely for spatial audio. RIP to anyone who bought a 2020 MacBook, as they don’t have gyro or accelerometer-no spatial audio
Sandvich 5y ago
I would venture that this has more to do with Universal Control. Perhaps they use the orientation data to help with some heuristics?