We’ve heard a number of reviews {that a} new Mac mini is a couple of weeks away, and a brand new discovering brings the chance a little bit bit nearer. In line with MacRumors contributor Aaron, a string of code written by Apple features a reference to an “Apple silicon Mac mini (5 Port),” which appears to point such a Mac is within the firm’s plans.
MacRumors doesn’t be aware the place the code reference was discovered. Apple formally launched iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and tvOS 11 on Monday, so it’s probably the code was included within the launch.
In his newest Energy On publication, Gurman reaffirmed that Apple will launch Macs with the M4 chip “in the coming weeks.” As he reported again in April, Apple will replace the MacBook Professional, iMac, and Mac mini. Gurman has beforehand reported that the Mac mini will characteristic a brand new, smaller design that makes it concerning the measurement of the Apple TV and that it’ll have 5 USB-C ports, three on the again and two on the entrance.
The present mannequin contains both two or 4 Thunderbolt 4/USB-C ports on the again of the case. Additionally they embrace a pair of USB-A ports, which Gurman claims Apple will drop on the brand new mannequin. Be taught extra concerning the upcoming Mac mini and the upcoming Mac launch schedule.