Wondering if the latest M4 chip will be featured in your desired Mac model before making a purchase?
Great news: The M4 chipset is set to make its way into all popular Mac models, including the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and even the Mac Pro.
A recent update from Bloomberg’s well-known Apple analyst Mark Gurman indicates that Apple plans to introduce its M4 Silicon chipset across its entire range of Macs.
The anticipation among users has been high ever since Apple launched its first product featuring the M4 earlier this year with the iPad Pro. Many are eager to know not just when their cherished desktop or laptop will get an upgrade but also whether their specific model will receive this powerful new chip.
Notably, some machines like the Mac Mini and Mac Studio did not receive an upgrade to the M3 chip in recent iterations; they are still outfitted with older M2 technology.
Release Timeline for New M4 Macs
If you’re considering acquiring a new model from either the MacBook Pro, iMac, or Mac mini lines, you’re likely in luck. As per Gurman’s insights, these updated models featuring the M4 chip should debut later this year.
Current owners of a MacBook Pro, iMac, or mac mini who wish to upgrade might want to bide their time; waiting could ensure access to these advanced models. Last year’s rare autumn event saw Apple announce its new line of M3 Macs just before Halloween. A similar event could certainly take place later this fall as part of Apple’s strategy leading up to holiday sales for 2024.
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If you own a MacBook Air or are using either a Macintosh Studio or Macintosh Pro system, you’ll need some patience as they won’t see upgrades until 2025. This delay aligns well with Apple’s introduction of updated versions earlier this year when it debuted its revamped line-up of the Air series back in March.
Apart from upgrades across various ranges, Gurman mentions that “one particular model will undergo significantly more changes” beyond merely receiving the upgraded M4 chipset. With excitement building around potential announcements related to M4 Macs now circulating in tech discussions, it seems there’s plenty more information for Apple enthusiasts is on the horizon!
