M4 Mac mini rumored to launch this year

Bloomberg’s latest report suggests we’ll see an all-new Mac mini with Apple’s M4 chip launch later this year around October. This will also mark the first major redesign of the mini which is said to come in a smaller footprint akin to the Apple TV 4K.

For reference, Apple TV 4K measures 3.1 x 9.3 cm while the current M2 Mac mini is 3.6 x 19.7 cm. The new mini will retain the aluminum shell of its predecessor and is expected to launch in two variants – one equipped with the Apple M4 chip and another with the M4 Pro.

Apple TV 4K and Mac mini size comparison

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