All the news from Apple’s ‘week’ of Mac announcements – The VergeThe Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts.2024-10-30T19:30:00+00:00https://www.theverge.com/rss/stream/24043348https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/verge-rss-large_80b47e.png?w=150&h=150&crop=1Jay Peters<![CDATA[A first look at Apple’s redesigned Mac Mini and its other new Macs]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24283861/apple-redesigned-mac-mini-macbook-pro-imac-m4-photos2024-10-30T15:30:00-04:002024-10-30T15:30:00-04:00
Now that Apple has finished announcing its slate of new M4-equipped Mac computers, we've finally been able to see them in person. The Verge's Vjeran Pavic got some hands-on time with the new products and took some gorgeous photos that you can peruse below.
I'm blown away by how small the new Mac Mini is; the old Mac Mini, which was already small, seems giant in comparison. Vjeran tells me that, in person, the smaller Mac Mini is cute but that it's "more like a mini Mac Studio than a mini Mac Mini." He also says there's no way to reach the power button, which is on the underside of the computer, without lifting it up.
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Quentyn Kennemer<![CDATA[Here’s where you can preorder the new MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac Mini]]>https://www.theverge.com/24279801/apple-macbook-pro-mac-mini-imac-m4-preorder-buy-price-release-date2024-10-30T14:11:34-04:002024-10-30T14:11:34-04:00
The latest MacBook Pros sport Apple’s fastest chips to date, along with an upgraded webcam. | Apple
Apple has now revealed the entirety of its M4 Mac lineup. It includes a new entry-level MacBook Pro with M4 for $1,599, as well as the step-up M4 Pro (or M4 Max) models in 14- and 16-inch sizes, which once again start at $1,999 and $2,499, respectively. We’re also getting a new 24-inch iMac with M4, plus an updated Mac Mini with an incredibly small build and an M4 chip. Preorders for the desktop machines start at $1,299 and $599, respectively, and all of the new hardware launches on November 8th.
Besides faster processors, a common theme among the 2024 Macs is that they all start with more RAM to aid the Apple Intelligence experience arriving as part of macOS Sequoia 18.1. Apple doubled the memory from 8GB to 16GB on the entry-level M4 MacBook Pro, the M4 iMac, and the M4 Mac Mini. The MacBook Pros with M4 Pro, meanwhile, now offer 18GB as opposed to 24GB.
Most of the new machines look familiar otherwise, with the exception of the M4 Mac Mini. The new model is considerably smaller than the M2 Mini from last year, and features a reshuffled I/O configuration — the front has a 3.5mm audio jack and two USB-C / Thunderbolt ports, while the rear gets three additional USB-C ports in addition to a gigabit ethernet and HDMI port. However, the base M4 Mini still uses Thunderbolt 4, while the M4 Pro model gets Thunderbolt 5.
The same Thunderbolt disparity is true between the M4 and M4 Pro MacBook Pros, though all three get upgraded 12-megapixel webcams with support for Apple’s Desk View mode, along with optional nano-texture displays for reducing glare. The iMac looks the same compared to its predecessor, but also gets the 12-megapixel camera bump and a few new colors. We haven’t tested the new M4 MacBooks, Mac Minis, or iMac (yet), but if you fancy yourself an early adopter, there are a lot of preorder options to consider.
Where to preorder the MacBook Pro with M4
The base M4 MacBook is still only available in a 14-inch configuration, but it now comes with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD at its $1,599 starting price. Apple also threw in an extra USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 port on the right side and added space black as a color option. Apple is accepting preorders right now ahead of the laptop’s November 8th release date.
You can upgrade to 1TB of storage for an extra $200 before checkout or 2TB of storage for an additional $400. The same for the RAM; you can get 24GB for another $200 or 32GB for $400. You can also opt for a nano-texture display that reduces screen reflectivity for another $150.
14-inch MacBook Pro with M4
The entry-level MacBook Pro with M4 starts with 16GB of RAM — double that of its predecessor — and a 512GB SSD for the same starting price of $1,599. It also gets a third USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 port and comes in a new space black option.
You can now preorder the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro (12-core CPU and 16-core GPU), 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage from Apple for $1,999. Stepping up to the 14-core CPU / 20-core GPU version of the M4 Pro chip is an added $200. You can also get a 1TB SSD for $200, 2TB for $600, or 4TB for $1,200. Doubling the RAM to 48GB is another $400.
You can also upgrade the new MacBook Pro to an M4 Max chip. The 14-core CPU / 32-core GPU version is an $800 upgrade and comes with 36GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD to start. You can also preorder a model with a 16-core CPU and 40-core GPU for an extra $1,100. Going with that configuration increases starting RAM to 48GB, plus further upgrade options of 64GB for another $200 or 128GB for an extra $1,000. It’s also the only way to get 8TB of storage, which is an extra $2,200.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro is even pricier, naturally. It starts at $2,499 from Apple with a 14-core / 20-core M4 Pro chip, 24GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD with the same RAM and upgrade options as the 14-inch model. The M4 Max model starts you out with 14 CPU cores, 32 GPU cores, 36GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage for $3,499, with the same SSD upgrades but no option to increase memory. If you want additional RAM, you’ll need the $3,999 model with the 16-core / 40-core M4 Max, which starts with 48GB of RAM and is upgradeable to either 64GB or 128GB.
You can get the glare-reducing nano-textured display in both the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro configurations for an extra $150, and both are available in space black and silver.
14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 12-core / 16-core M4 Pro chip starts with 24GB of RAM — a 6GB increase over the prior generation. It also has a 512GB SSD, three Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports, an optional nano-texture display, and a 12-megapixel webcam.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro starts with 24GB of RAM and offers more computing cores (14 for the CPU and 20 for the GPU) compared to the 14-inch model. It also picks up Thunderbolt 5 ports and a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera.
The iMac comes with a Magic Keyboard and your choice of a Magic Mouse or a Magic Trackpad (the latter of which costs $50 extra), all of which now feature USB-C ports. It will be available on November 8th, but you can preorder it now from Apple in green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and silver, with the base model starting at $1,299. It’s also up for preorder in select configurations at Amazon for the same price or at Best Buy for $50 off with a My Best Buy Plus or Total membership, which start at $50 a year.
The entry-level version offers a pair of Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, along with an 8-core CPU and an 8-core GPU. It also offers 16GB of RAM, but you can upgrade to 24GB for $200 more. The iMac also features 256GB of storage by default, but an extra $200 gets you 512GB of storage, while $400 more gets you 1TB of storage. For another $200, you can add nano-textured glass, which helps scatter light and minimize screen glare.
The higher-end models, meanwhile, are available from Apple, Amazon, and Best Buy starting at $1,499 and come with four Thunderbolt 4 ports, 16GB RAM, and 256GB of storage. Paying $200 extra allows you to upgrade to either 24GB of RAM or 512GB of storage. If you need even more storage, you can get 1TB or 2TB for an extra $400 or $800, respectively. Apple also lets you upgrade to 32GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for $400 extra.
The latest version of Apple’s all-in-one desktop computer features an M4 chip and support for Apple Intelligence. Unlike its predecessor, the base model now offers 16GB RAM by default, along with a new 12-megapixel webcam. Read our review.
The M4 Mac Mini is currently available from Apple, Amazon, and Best Buy starting at $599 in its base configuration, which includes a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. You can upgrade to 512GB of storage for an additional $200, 1TB for $400, or 2TB for $800. RAM surcharges are similar; jumping to 24GB of RAM adds another $200 to your total, and you can get it with up to 32GB of RAM for $400.
As for the model with the M4 Pro chip, you can preorder it from Apple, Amazon, and Best Buy starting at $1,399 with a 12-core CPU and a 16-core GPU, 24GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Upgrading the M4 Pro to a 14-core CPU and 20-core GPU costs an extra $200. You can also double the storage to 1TB for $200, get 2TB for $600, 4TB for $1,200, or max out with 8TB for $2,400. Memory upgrades are similarly pricey, with 48GB adding $400 to the total and 64GB adding $600.
Both the M4 and M4 Pro Mac Minis allow you to upgrade to 10-gigabit ethernet for an extra $100, too. There’s only one color (silver), by the way, and neither package includes a mice or keyboard. Both will start shipping on November 8th.
Mac Mini with M4
The latest Mac Mini features Apple’s upgraded M4 chips and a smaller build than the prior model. Each configuration now starts with 16GB of RAM and includes five total Thunderbolt ports, gigabit ethernet, HDMI, and a 3.5mm jack.
Update, October 30th: Added preorder details regarding Apple’s new M4 MacBook Pro models. We also added new retailer links for the M4 Mac Mini.
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Jay Peters<![CDATA[Cyberpunk 2077 will launch on Mac next year]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24283651/cyberpunk-2077-launch-mac2024-10-30T11:36:54-04:002024-10-30T11:36:54-04:00
Cyberpunk 2077 is making the jump to Macs. According to Apple's announcement video for the new M4-equipped MacBook Pros, CD Projekt Red's sci-fi RPG will be available on Macs "early next year."
"Taking full advantage of Apple silicon and advanced technologies of Metal, the world of the dark future is available to Mac gamers for the very first time," CD Projekt Red says in an announcement. "Players can enjoy advanced features like path tracing, frame generation, and built-in Spatial Audio for even more immersive gameplay and stunning visuals.
The game will be available on the Mac App Store and Steam when it launches next year. The version l …
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Umar Shakir<![CDATA[Watch Apple’s M4 MacBook Pro announcement video]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24283485/apple-macbook-pro-m4-max-announcement-watch-video2024-10-30T11:20:24-04:002024-10-30T11:20:24-04:00
Like the iMac and Mac Mini videos, the new MacBook Pro video is available to watch on Apple's website by clicking the "watch the announcement" link on the product page or over on the company's YouTube channel. This video yet again starts with Apple's SVP of engineering, John Ternus, doing the hardware reveal honors. He says it's "packed with pro features, Apple Intelligence, and Apple silicon that' …
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Antonio G. Di Benedetto<![CDATA[Apple updates the MacBook Pro with M4 Pro and M4 Max chips]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24270706/apple-macbook-pro-m4-pro-max-14-16-announcement-specs2024-10-30T11:00:00-04:002024-10-30T11:00:00-04:00
They look a whole lot like last year’s models, even down to the wallpaper choice. | Image: Apple
Apple is updating the MacBook Pro and introducing some even more powerful chips. Announced this morning via a low-key press release, the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros are being updated to the M4 line of processors, which now includes the M4 Pro chip that debuted yesterday in the Mac Mini and a new, even higher-end M4 Max. The entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro is also getting a small design upgrade in the form of an extra USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 port on the right-hand side and a space black option to match its more premium brethren.
Like previous models, the M4 Pro-equipped laptops will start at $1,999 for the 14-inch and $2,499 for the 16-inch, …
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Emma Roth<![CDATA[Apple’s Mac week: everything announced]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24281607/apple-mac-week-everything-announced-m4-imac-macbook-pro2024-10-30T11:00:00-04:002024-10-30T11:00:00-04:00
Apple appears to have wrapped up its week of Mac announcements - and it had a lot to share. Along with updating several devices across its Mac lineup with a more powerful M4 chip, Apple showed off some revamped accessories, too.
If you want to catch up on all the news, here's a quick rundown.
The new iMac comes with an upgraded M4 chip, offering up to a 10-core CPU and a 10-core GPU. It comes with a 24-inch display with an optional "nano-texture glass" to help reduce glare, along with a base 16GB of RAM.
The entry-level iMac starts at $1,299 and has two Thunderbolt 4 ports. There's also a more ex …
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Wes Davis<![CDATA[The MacBook Air gets a surprise upgrade to 16GB of RAM]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24282981/apple-macbook-air-m2-m3-16gb-ram-minimum-price-unchanged2024-10-30T11:00:00-04:002024-10-30T11:00:00-04:00
Apple has just announced that 16GB of RAM is now the minimum for the M2 and M3 MacBook Air, giving the laptops the same RAM bump as all of the company's other new computers this week. The cheapest MacBook Air still starts at $999.
Before this, it was a $200 upsell to get a MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM. Now, that's no longer the case, bringing Apple's cheapest laptop more in line with its competitors. Apple made a similar move in 2016 when it made 8GB the minimum for the 13-inch MacBook Air and discontinued the 4GB 11-inch version months later.
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Wes Davis<![CDATA[All of Apple’s Macs now start with 16GB of RAM]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/30/24270669/apple-macbook-pro-mac-mini-imac-16gb-ram-doubled-apple-intelligence-ai2024-10-30T11:00:00-04:002024-10-30T11:00:00-04:00
This week's new Macs all have one thing in common: a minimum of 16GB of RAM. That's true of the new Mac Mini, MacBook Pros, and iMac, which were all refreshed with M4 processors this week. The MacBook Air was updated to start at 16GB of RAM, too, even though it didn't get a bump up to the M4 chip. The change brings an end to the long-running era of 8GB of RAM as the default on consumer-grade Macs.
Apple had transitioned most of its Macs to 8GB of RAM by 2016. But now, after eight years, that quantity feels increasingly insufficient. Reviewers have criticized the entry-level RAM as limited since at least 2022. Local AI features like Apple In …
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Emma Roth<![CDATA[Watch Apple show off the M4 Mac Mini in its reveal video]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/29/24282609/apple-m4-mac-mini-announcement-video-watch2024-10-29T11:31:25-04:002024-10-29T11:31:25-04:00
The video kicks off with John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president of engineering, taking the wraps off the new desktop device (literally). He says the device is "even more mini," as it measures just five inches long and wide.
The video then transitions to Mac Mini product manager Shloka Kini, who similarly says the M4 device comes with a "big boost in performance in an incredibly small design." Kini claims the …
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Chris Welch<![CDATA[Apple announces redesigned Mac Mini with M4 chip — and it’s so damn small]]>https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/29/24281589/apple-mac-mini-redesign-m4-announcement-specs2024-10-29T11:00:00-04:002024-10-29T11:00:00-04:00
As part of the company's week of Mac-focused announcements, Apple has just introduced a smaller, yet even more powerful Mac Mini. It's now equipped with Apple's latest M4 silicon, supports ray tracing for the first time, and ships with 16GB of RAM by default - seemingly the new normal in the Apple Intelligence era. The machine still starts at $599 with the regular M4 chip, while the more powerful M4 Pro model has a starting price of $1,399. Like the refreshed iMac announced yesterday, the Mac Mini is available to preorder immediately and will be in stores on November 8th.
The first thing you'll notice is the new design. As rumored, the Mini …
