Apple is swiftly moving forward with its next-generation Apple Silicon plans. According to recent reports, the first M4 Macs are expected to arrive later this year. Here’s what we know so far:
Anticipated Upgrades
In his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman provided additional details on Apple’s M4 Mac transition. Gurman suggests that the first upgrades will likely come later this year, starting with the 24-inch iMac and an entry-level MacBook Pro.
Timeline Overview
Gurman outlined a timeline for the M4 Mac releases, which may be subject to change based on supply, production, and other factors:
– A low-end 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 is expected around the end of 2024.
– A 24-inch iMac with the M4 is also anticipated around the end of the year.
– New 14-inch and 16-inch high-end MacBook Pros with M4 Pro/Max chips are due between the end of 2024 and early 2025.
– A Mac mini in both M4 and M4 Pro configurations is set to launch between the end of 2024 and early 2025.
– New 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Airs are slated for around spring 2025.
– A Mac Studio with a high-end M4 chip is expected around the middle of 2025.
– A Mac Pro with an M4 Ultra chip is due in the second half of 2025.
Technical Details and AI Features
While technical details about the M4 processors remain unknown, Bloomberg reports that Apple will prioritize artificial intelligence. However, the specifics of this emphasis are yet to be revealed. Apple plans to introduce a host of new AI features as part of its upcoming software updates, including iOS 18 and macOS 15.
