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The last time Apple did this apps didn't have to re-compile - the Rosetta translation layer did a pretty decent job. If Apple were to switch architectures (rath
by objclxt 14y ago
The last time Apple did this apps didn't have to re-compile - the Rosetta translation layer did a pretty decent job. If Apple were to switch architectures (rather unlikely, but still) I imagine they'd be providing a similar sort of translation layer for most apps to use.
- thoughtsimple 14y agoYou aren't going to use Rosetta style software on a battery constrained mobile device. There would have to be a huge benefit to switching to make that kind of problem for users. The iPhone is already bashed for having battery issues. What would be the benefit of switching to Intel for Apple?