Apple's defunct self-driving car initiative inadvertently spurred the development of its powerful AI chips. The project's need for on-device AI processing led to the creation of the Neural Engine, which is now a core component of Apple's silicon strategy. This engine, first seen in the iPhone X, has evolved from powering features like Face ID to being integrated into M-series chips for desktops and future server products. Apple is reportedly accelerating the development of the M7 chip, slated for the first half of 2027, with significant Neural Engine enhancements and support for up to 1.5TB of RAM. AI
IMPACT Apple's ongoing investment in on-device AI processing via its Neural Engine continues to differentiate its hardware and privacy features.
RANK_REASON Article discusses a past project's impact on current hardware development, not a new release or significant industry event.
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