Apple Computer Inc. has signed a microprocessor supply agreement with Freescale Semiconductor that will last on through 2008, which contradicts Apple's initial announcement of using x86 microprocessors in the entire Macintosh line-up by the end of 2007 reports Mobile Mag

"On August 22, 2005, Apple Computer, Inc. ("Apple") and Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. ("Freescale") entered into a Purchase Agreement," the filing states. "Under the terms of the agreement, subject to certain conditions, Freescale is obligated to supply its microprocessors for orders placed by Apple through December 31, 2008. Apple is under no obligation to purchase Freescale microprocessors other than work in progress that was in place at the time the agreement was executed."

A Freescale spokesman would not comment on the value of orders Apple has placed this year, or if Apple plans to place more orders under the length of the purchase agreement. Apple declined to comment on the deal.