Apple could spice up the next Mac upgrade with more than just an M4 chip

Beyond the M4 chip bump, at least one new Mac is expected to feature dramatic changes this year.

Apple could spice up the next Mac upgrade with more than just an M4 chip
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  • Apple will reportedly start incorporating the M4 chip into its Mac line later this year, starting with the iMac, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini.
  • The MacBook Air, Mac Pro, and Mac Studio could get the M4 chip bump next year.
  • Beyond the M4 upgrade, at least one Mac is expected to pack significant modifications.

Apple first revealed its M4 chip when it launched the iPad Pro (2024) earlier this year. Logically, the company plans to bring its latest processor to the Mac line, which is currently powered by its predecessor. The shift from M3 to M4 will reportedly start this year, and beyond the chip bump, at least one Mac model is expected to feature dramatic changes.

According to Bloomberg Power On’s subscriber edition, Apple will introduce M4-powered iMac, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini computers in 2024. Interestingly, at least one of these machines is expected to include some significant modifications — apart from the M4 chip. Apple could then resume its M4 Mac overhaul next year by refreshing the MacBook Air, Mac Pro, and Mac Studio. The newsletter states: