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
In terms of I/O, the upcoming Mac mini is expected to offer 3x USB-C ports, 1x HDMI port, and a power input. Bloomberg also states that Apple will update its iMac and MacBook Pro lineups with the M4 chips this year while the Mac Pro, Mac Studio, and MacBook Air are scheduled to get the new chips in 2025.