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While Intel attempts to convince consumers that its processors are superior to the design of Apple Silicon, the chipmaker is also jockeying to build Apple’s custom processors, leaving the company’s CEO talking out of both sides of his mouth.Intel’s about-face came in an announcement on Tuesday when the Silicon Valley stalwart said it would invest some $20 billion to build a pair of chip fabs in Ocotillo, Arizona. Intel Foundry Services, Intel’s new chip manufacturing arm, will produce ARM designs like those used in Apple’s A-series processors found in the iPhone and iPad, as well as the M-series SoC found in the latest Macs.Appearing on CNBC on Wednesday, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger admitted that his company was unable to meet the needs of Apple, which is why it has decided to design its own processors and move away from Intel for its Mac lineup. Read more…

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