The first reviews for the M4 MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac have just dropped.Apple’s first M4 Macs arrive in stores and users’ hands tomorrow.And based on these early impressions, there should be a lot of very satisfied customers soon.
Surprisingly strong M4 base models One common theme among reviews is that the base model M4 Macs, thanks to 16GB of RAM especially, are more compelling than ever.Where this is perhaps most surprising is the M4 MacBook Pro, which earns a lot of praise.Jason Snell at says, “I’m happy to report that, as of now, the $1599 base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro feels like a full member of the family.” Antonio G.
Di Benedetto writes at : Does the M4 chip alone merit an upgrade? Reviews generally found that while the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max were all impressive, they also aren’t huge leaps ahead of last year’s M3.Even if you have an M2 Mac, you still may not be compelled to upgrade.Christopher Null at : This isn’t exactly a bad thing, but more a testament to the strengths of Apple silicon.
It’s the other changes of the M4 line, like additional RAM, nano-texture option, improved camera, and more that really make these models stand out.Nano-texture makes a worthy upgrade Reviewers are also glad to have the nano-texture option on more Macs than ever.Brian Heater writes at : Mac mini’s power button placement What about the redesigned Mac mini’s power button? Apple moved it to the bottom of the Mac, which earned some derision online.
Chris Welch writes at : Similarly, Dan Moren writes at : Brenda Stolyar writes at : New 12MP Center Stage camera is actually a good camera Apple touted its new 12MP Center Stage camera in its MacBook Pro and iMac introductions.But the company always talks up its cameras, despite past models disappointing.Fortunately, it sounds like this year is actually different.
Antonio G.Di Benedetto at : Jason Snell at : There are also video reviews and first impressions available on YouTube.Here are a handful to check out.
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