Thu Oct 31 01:24:38 UTC 2024: ## Apple Unveils Powerful, Compact Mac mini with M4 and M4 Pro Chips

**CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA** – Apple today introduced the all-new Mac mini, boasting a powerful update with the M4 and M4 Pro chips. This redesigned model packs a punch in a smaller form factor, measuring just 5 by 5 inches.

**M4 and M4 Pro Powerhouse:**
The Mac mini with M4 delivers up to 1.8x faster CPU performance and 2.2x faster GPU performance compared to the M1 model. The M4 Pro further elevates performance, tackling demanding workloads with advanced technologies.

**Enhanced Connectivity:**
For improved accessibility, the new Mac mini features front and back ports, including Thunderbolt 5 for faster data transfer speeds on the M4 Pro model.

**Apple Intelligence Integration:**
The Mac mini integrates Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system designed to enhance user experiences.

**Environmental Milestone:**
The Mac mini is Apple’s first carbon-neutral Mac, achieving an over 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across its lifecycle.

**Pricing and Availability:**
The Mac mini with M4 starts at $599 and is available for pre-order now, with availability beginning November 8.

**Key Features:**
* **M4 and M4 Pro Chips:** Powerful performance with up to 14 CPU cores and 20 GPU cores.
* **Compact Design:** Less than half the size of the previous generation, measuring just 5 by 5 inches.
* **Enhanced Connectivity:** Front and back ports, including Thunderbolt 5 for M4 Pro models.
* **Apple Intelligence:** New features to enhance productivity, communication, and creativity.
* **Carbon Neutral:** Apple’s first carbon-neutral Mac, achieved through reduced emissions and clean energy investments.

**John Ternus, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, stated, “The new Mac mini delivers gigantic performance in an unbelievably small design thanks to the power efficiency of Apple silicon and an innovative new thermal architecture.”**

The new Mac mini marks a significant step forward for Apple, offering users a powerful and compact desktop solution with environmental responsibility and the integration of Apple Intelligence.

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