Apple debuts M6 14-inch MacBook Pro and updated M6 iMac ... But it won't come cheap in South Africa

Apple has introduced a new 14-inch MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac equipped with its powerful M6 chip, which promises faster performance, enhanced AI capabilities, and improved connectivity. The new devices were unveiled on October 27 and will be available for pre-order starting October 28, with availability commencing on November 6.

The 14-inch MacBook Pro is powered by the M6 chip, which delivers up to 30% faster graphics performance compared to the previous M5 chip. This improvement allows users to edit photos, work with high-resolution videos, and run graphics-heavy games more efficiently. Additionally, the laptop boasts a 24-hour battery life, making it an ideal choice for professionals who require long-lasting power.

The 24-inch iMac also features the M6 chip, providing up to twice the graphics performance of the previous M4 model. This makes the iMac an excellent choice for users engaged in photo editing, video production, and design work. The iMac's all-in-one design saves space while offering a 4.5K Retina display that showcases sharp text and detailed images. It also supports faster storage, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6, as well as external monitor compatibility.

Both the MacBook Pro and iMac run on macOS 27, which includes Apple's upgraded Siri AI assistant. This allows users to search supported emails, messages, and photos, ask questions about their screen content, and receive assistance with text writing and editing. Safari, the default web browser, can also organize browser tabs by topic and notify users about changes to websites, such as product restocks and price drops.

For those upgrading from older Intel-powered Macs or first-generation M1 models, the new M6 chip promises significant performance improvements, particularly for demanding applications like video editing, graphic design, and AI processing. However, users with less intensive needs, such as browsing, email, and office document editing, may find less reason to upgrade.

In the UAE, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 starts at Dh8,499, while the 24-inch M6 iMac begins at Dh6,499. Pre-orders for both devices open on October 28, with sales and deliveries kicking off on November 6.