Rumors suggest the imminent launch of Apple’s M4 Macs, signaling an important milestone in the evolution of Apple Silicon technology. Anticipated design changes and the integration of Apple Silicon suggest an overall performance boost for users. However, the release date remains a mystery.
The first wave of the M4 Mac transition is slated for later this year, featuring a 24-inch iMac and an entry-level MacBook Pro. This marks Apple’s pivot towards the M4 technology, setting the stage for a new era of innovation.
Product launch timelines could change due to supply chain dynamics, production timelines, and other factors. The anticipated first release is a 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M4, slated for late 2024.
Performance boost with upcoming M4 Macs
This is expected to be followed by the launch of a Mac Mini with an M4 chip and a MacBook Air with an M4 chip in mid-2026.
Major enhancements featuring new 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M4 Pro/Max chips are slated for late 2024 to early 2025. A revamp of the iMac lineup with M4 and M4 Pro chips is also anticipated. Further, Apple’s MacBook Air may undergo a performance revamp with the M4 and M4 Pro chips.
By spring 2025, new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models are expected, followed by a Mac Studio powered by a high-end M4 chip by mid-2025. A high-powered Mac Pro with an M4 Ultra chip is expected in the second half of 2025.
Speculation suggests that Apple is focusing on integrating AI technologies across different versions of its operating systems in its M4 processor family. However, specific details about these upgrades remain unclear. Regardless, Apple’s future software enhancements are expected to contain various AI elements.
