Apple launches new Macs with M4 chip as upgrades continue into 2025

macworld.com — November 8, 2024 at 01:01 PM UTC

Apple has begun releasing new Macs featuring the M4 chip, including the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, M4 iMac, and M4 Pro Mac mini. These updates mark a shift as all models will soon use the same chip. The M4 MacBook Pro was released on October 30, 2024, with minor design changes and improved camera features. It offers various configurations, including the base M4 chip and upgraded Pro and Max versions. Upcoming models include the M4 MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro, all expected in 2025. These models will maintain their current designs and are anticipated to support Wi-Fi 7.

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Users find workaround for awkward power button on Apple's M4 Mac mini (appleinsider.com)
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Apple explains hidden power button design on new Mac mini M4 (tomsguide.com)
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Apple defends new power button placement on M4 Mac mini as users debate design choice (mashable.com)
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Apple defends M4 Mac mini power button placement as optimal choice (digitaltrends.com)
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Apple redesigns Mac mini with hidden power button in 2024 model (appleinsider.com)
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Apple explains power button placement on new Mac mini model (gizmodo.com)
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Apple unveils Mac mini M4 with new design and enhanced performance (tomsguide.com)
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Apple unveils redesigned Mac mini with improved thermal solution and upgradable SSD (wccftech.com)
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Mac mini's modular SSD storage offers upgrade potential but poses challenges for users (9to5mac.com)
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Mac mini M4 features removable SSD storage but complicates user upgrades (tomsguide.com)
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New Mac mini teardown reveals modular storage and DIY upgrade potential (macrumors.com)
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Modder upgrades M4 Mac mini to 2TB SSD by soldering new chips (wccftech.com)
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Apple launches redesigned M4 Mac Mini with enhanced features and versatility (zdnet.com)
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Apple introduces modular storage in new M4 Mac mini for easier upgrades (techradar.com)
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Teardown reveals details of new Mac mini with M4 chip and improved design (macrumors.com)
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Apple unveils redesigned Mac mini with M4 chip and performance upgrades (macrumors.com)
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M4 Mac mini launches with first discount at Amazon (macworld.com)
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Apple's new MacBook Pro models launch as rumors swirl about M5 series upgrades (macrumors.com)
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Apple launches 2024 MacBook Pro models in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes (macrumors.com)
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Apple updates desktop Mac lineup with new M4 chip models (appleinsider.com)
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Apple launches new M4 Mac lineup with same-day availability and trade-in deals (9to5mac.com)
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Apple launches new Mac mini with M4 chip and enhanced performance (engadget.com)
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Apple launches 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity (macworld.com)
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Apple launches upgraded 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip and enhanced features (macworld.com)
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Apple's new Mac mini is significantly smaller than previous models (macworld.com)
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MacBook Pro and Air comparison helps buyers choose the right Apple laptop (zdnet.com)
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Apple launches MacBook Pro M4 with advanced nano-texture display to reduce glare (tomsguide.com)
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Apple launches upgraded MacBook Pro M4 with improved performance and lower price (theguardian.com)
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M4 Macs begin shipping to customers in Australia and New Zealand (macrumors.com)
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