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Apple's self-driving car program spurred development of powerful AI chips
Apple's abandoned self-driving car project drove the need for advanced on-device AI processing, influencing the design of its powerful AI chips. Although the car processor was never completed, the work contributed to Apple's chip performance today.
This shows how ambitious projects, even if unsuccessful, can lead to significant technological advancements in related areas. Apple's AI chip capabilities benefit from the legacy of its self-driving car efforts.
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