Apple is said to be about to launch a series of remarkable super products next month.
A new rumor says Apple will unveil five M4 Mac models along with the iPad mini 7 on November 1, but there may not be a separate launch event.
Apple is about to launch 5 M4 Mac models next month.
Specifically, Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman said that "Apple" is preparing for a new product launch in the fourth quarter of this year, focusing on the Mac M4 series. It is expected that there will be 5 new Mac models introduced, including:
- MacBook Pro 14 inch (J604): Basic version with M4 chip.
- MacBook Pro 14 inch (J614) and 16 inch (J616): High-end version, optional M4 Pro or M4 Max chip, mini-LED screen.
- Mac mini (J433): New compact design like Apple TV, with optional M4 Pro chip.
- iMac (J623): Keep the same design, upgrade M4 chip.
The biggest surprise is the appearance of iPad mini 7 (J410). The detailed specifications are not yet known, but it is likely that the device will be equipped with M2 chip.
Notably, Gurman said Apple may not hold separate launch events for these products. Instead, Apple may announce the information on its official website or through a press release.
Previously, a 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 was suddenly sold on a private Facebook group, revealing the same design as the M3 generation.
With the iPhone 16 launch event now behind us, Apple is gearing up for its next event, which is likely to take place in the coming weeks, according to Bloomberg.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the main topic of Apple's next event will be the company's first Macs with the AI and Apple Intelligence-focused M4 chip. New, cheaper iPads are also likely to be unveiled at the upcoming event.
Of course, Apple will hold off until all the new Macs can ship at the same time. As previously reported, the M4 MacBook Air (codenamed J713 and J715) is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2025, and a new Mac Studio (J575) will launch around the middle of next year. Meanwhile, a Mac Pro (J704) will launch before the end of 2025.
Despite being equipped with a more powerful processor than the M3, the design of these models will not change much compared to their predecessors. Users may have to wait until 2026 to see improvements in OLED screens and thinner designs.
The iMac and Mac mini will also be refreshed with the M4 chip to match other products. The Mac mini is said to have a more compact design, comparable to the Apple TV, and remove the USB-A port.
