Apple launches faster Mac mini, Mac Studio to tap AI boom
The new mini, unveiled alongside a beefed-up Mac Studio, starts at $899 and comes with either Apple's new M6 chip or the M5 Pro. It is $100 more expensive than its predecessor. The unveiling is likely Apple's last major launch before Tim Cook hands over the reins to hardware veteran John Ternus in one of its most closely watched leadership transitions.
Apple has unveiled its latest Mac mini and Mac Studio, designed to cater to the growing demand for AI-driven computing. The new Mac mini, starting at $899, comes with either the new M6 chip or the M5 Pro, marking a slight price increase from its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Mac Studio offers options powered by the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, priced from $2,499 to $5,499.
Both devices are marketed for their ability to handle AI tasks locally, whether as a home computer, professional studio, or always-on agentic device. The launch is seen as Apple's final major product unveiling under CEO Tim Cook's leadership, highlighting the company's response to rising memory chip costs and its push into the AI market.
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