Apple says new Macs beat cloud AI on cost per token
Apple claims its upgraded desktop computers are more cost-effective for AI tasks than renting cloud data center capacity. Executives marketed the new Macs to corporate buyers based on a lower cost per token compared to cloud services. The new devices began shipping on Tuesday.
SAN FRANCISCO > When Apple’s upgraded desktop computers began shipping Tuesday, executives made an unusual pitch to corporate buyers: They are cheaper than renting data center capacity.
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