Tag: Mac mini

  • M1X Mac mini releasing ‘in the next several months’

    M1X Mac mini releasing ‘in the next several months’

    The rumor: Apple is planning to update the Mac mini with a faster chip in the (somewhat) near future, according to Mark Gurman (88.8% accurate, via Power On).

    • The new info suggests the new Mac mini will have additional ports, and M1X processor and a different design than the current M1 model
    • Gurman also reports that a launch is happening within “in the next several months”

    Our take: We’ve already seen our first look of the Mac mini courtesy of Jon Prosser a few months back. Seems to line up with this info pretty closely.

  • Mac mini first look shows all-new design, lots of ports & more

    Mac mini first look shows all-new design, lots of ports & more

    The leak: Apple is planning a redesigned Mac mini with Apple Silicon inside, according to Jon Prosser (78.1% accurate).

    • On top of the new Mac mini is a “plexiglass” cover instead of metal…Prosser suggests that two-tone colors could make an appearance here, but not for sure
    • The updated desktop will feature the same magnetic power cable as the iMac 24-inch, complemented by 4 USB-C ports, 2 USB-A ports, ethernet and HDMI
    • 2 rubber strips sit on the bottom of the computer where the fan vent is located

    Our take: Another incredible Apple Silicon redesign. Really hoping we see the two-tone color scheme on here similar to the new iMacs but even in white and silver it looks gorgeous. With M1X inside, this will be a beast.

  • Next Mac mini: major CPU & GPU upgrades, more RAM & more

    Next Mac mini: major CPU & GPU upgrades, more RAM & more

    The rumor: Apple is planning an upgraded version of the higher-end Mac mini with Apple Silicon inside, according to Mark Gurman (88.7% accurate, via Bloomberg).

    • Powering the next Mac mini will be a new M-series chip with 10 CPU cores and 16 or 32 GPU cores; RAM will also be configurable up to 64GB
    • An improved Neural Engine will also be included alongside 4 I/O ports (versus the 2 currently found on the M1 Mac mini)
    • No release date for the next Mac mini has been rumored just yet

    Our take: Noted in his report, Gurman says “Apple could delay or cancel the new mini’s launch — as it has in the past — but eventually the company will likely replace the Intel-equipped version it now sells.” I don’t see why Apple wouldn’t upgrade the higher-end Mac mini models, but strange that this was mentioned only alongside this device.

  • New concept shows redesigned Mac mini with Apple Silicon

    New concept shows redesigned Mac mini with Apple Silicon

    The concept: As Apple prepares to enter a 2-year transition for Apple Silicon, a new concept from Viktor Kádár and ALTRD Studio shows their vision for a redesigned Mac mini.

    • The new Mac mini would have a significantly smaller form factor at just over 5 inches long and wide and barely over an inch tall
    • Internals include an A14X processor and Apple custom GPU
    • While the concept looks stunning on the outside, the inside has been meticulously designed as well, to simulate a real product that could exist one day
    • View the full concept on Behance

    Our take: Kádár and ALTRD Studio’s work has long been some of my favorite, especially after their recent iMac concept. With Apple Silicon, Apple could really scale a number of their products down…as recent rumors for the next-gen Mac Pro have suggested.