Apple kicked off a series of Mac product launches today with the unveiling of the new iMac featuring the M4 chip. However, the tech giant has more in store for Mac enthusiasts, promising two additional announcements in the coming days.
John Ternus, Apple's hardware engineering chief, teased the upcoming releases in a video presentation, stating, "This is a huge week for the Mac, and this morning, we begin a series of three exciting new product announcements that will take place over the coming days."
New iMac M4: A Colorful Upgrade
The newly announced iMac M4 builds upon its predecessor with several notable improvements:
- 24-inch 4.5K Retina display with 500 nits of brightness
- Optional anti-reflective nano-textured glass
- Seven vibrant color options: blue, purple, pink, orange, yellow, green, and silver
- M4 chip with 8-core and 10-core CPU and GPU configurations
- Enhanced Neural Engine for AI tasks
- Base model now starts with 16GB of RAM, upgradeable to 24GB or 32GB
- Pricing starts at $1,299, with pre-orders available now for a November 8 release
What's Next: MacBook Pro and Mac mini
Industry insiders speculate that the next two announcements will focus on refreshed MacBook Pro models and a redesigned Mac mini.
MacBook Pro
Expected updates for the MacBook Pro line include:
- New 14-inch and 16-inch models
- M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chip options
- Potential increase in base RAM to 16GB
- Additional Thunderbolt port for the entry-level 14-inch model
Mac mini
The upcoming Mac mini is rumored to feature:
- A smaller form factor, closer in size to an Apple TV
- M4 and M4 Pro chip options
- Two front-facing USB-C ports
- Possible increase in base RAM to 16GB
Both the new MacBook Pro and Mac mini are expected to be available for pre-order this week, with a likely launch in November.
As Apple continues to roll out its M4-powered devices, these announcements mark an exciting time for Mac users looking to upgrade their systems with the latest technology and performance enhancements.