➀ Apple is set to unveil its new M4 family of processors; ➁ The new MacBook Pros will be powered by the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max SoCs; ➂ TSMC's 3nm process node is used for the new processors.
Recent #M4 news in the semiconductor industry
➀ The M4 MacBook Air retains the same chassis design as the M2 MacBook Air, making DIY repairs challenging;
➁ The battery replacement process is manageable but not as straightforward as in newer iPhone models;
➂ Apple's modular ports are praised for being easy to access and replace, although the display removal and keyboard/Touch ID components are complex.
➀ The Apple Mac Mini M4 is reviewed as a significant milestone in mini computers; ➁ It outperforms previous generations and AMD/Intel mini PCs; ➂ The M4 chip and its features are highlighted, including the M4 Pro variant and its higher cost.
➀ Apple's new 2024 MacBook Pro 14-inch with M4 chip and 16GB/24GB Unified Memory is on sale at 8% off. ➁ The 2024 MacBook Pro 16-inch with M4 Pro chip and 24GB Unified Memory is also available at 8% off. ➃ The MacBook Air with M3 chip offers up to 18 hours of battery life and is made with 50% recycled materials. ➄ MacBook Air 13-inch with M3 chip is 18% off for $899, and MacBook Air 15-inch with M3 chip is 15% off for $1,099.
➀ Apple's M4 and M4 Pro chips in the new Mac mini could potentially make it a competitive gaming machine; ➁ Despite powerful hardware, the Mac mini faces challenges in attracting game developers and becoming a living room console; ➂ Apple has shown interest in the gaming market with Apple Arcade and previous console attempts.
➀ Apple has introduced a redesigned Mac Mini with the latest M4 and M4 Pro silicon, downsizing to 5 x 5 inches; ➁ The Mac Mini features a new power button placement on the bottom and enhanced connectivity options; ➂ The device starts at $599 for the M4 model with 10 cores and 10 GPU cores, while the M4 Pro model with 12 CPU cores and 16 GPU cores starts at $1,399.
➀ Apple refreshes the 24-inch iMac with the M4 lineup of processors; ➁ The new iMacs start at $1,299 and include Thunderbolt 4 and Apple Intelligence; ➂ The entry-level model features 16GB unified memory, with options for 24GB and 32GB.
➀ A sketchy leak suggests that Apple's upcoming 14-inch MacBook Pro refresh may feature a key upgrade to 16GB of RAM; ➁ The leak comes from a Twitter user who shared a photo of the retail packaging; ➂ The image shows a custom M4 chip with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, indicating a lower-end SKU.
1. The M4 MacBook Pro models are expected to launch in the fourth quarter of this year, with an October event likely. 2. All MacBook models will receive the new M4 chip, including a more affordable 14-inch version. 3. Other Apple devices, such as the Mac mini and iMac, may also upgrade to the M4 chip by the end of the year.