Apple may use flash memory to replace traditional hard drive in some of its subnotebooks this year, according to a source close to the company. A shift to flash memory would cut the booth up time, use less space and less power.

Flash memory chips have solid state circuitry that uses no moving parts, making them less vulnerable to damage than hard-disk drives. Prices of flash memory have been declining rapidly but are still higher than those for hard-disk drives, analyst said.

Apple spokeswoman said the company does not comment "on rumor and speculation".

By: DocMemory
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