The upcoming Mac mini will include both a new M1X chip and an updated design, according to a report, which will also include more ports than the current version, and will eventually replace the Intel version in Apple’s product catalog.
Apple is expected to launch a number of new products during its fall events, with a potential candidate being a new Mac mini. A report on Sunday appears to duplicate rumors related to the desktop Mac, including changes in its appearance and improved performance.
In the latest “Power On” newsletter Bloomberg, Mark Gurman claims that a high-performance Mac mini is on its way. The model, equipped with an Apple Silicon M1X chip, will complete the transition to the Mac mini line by completely eliminating the Intel model.
Gurman believes that using the Mac mini as a server and for some tasks such as video editing and software development, made Apple keep the Intel variant available for purchase for a while longer. At least until it produces a high-performance variant.
It is estimated that the Intel version may only be available in the “coming months”.
According to Gurman, the new Mac Mini has “an updated design and more ports than the current model.” This may take the form of a May rendering leak, which claimed the Mac mini would have a thinner profile, as well as a plexiglass-like top panel and aluminum sides.
On the back, the display showed four USB 4-Thunderbolt 3 ports, two USB-A connections, Gigabit Ethernet and HDMI. It also included the magnetic circular power connector, as used in the 24-inch iMac.