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Apple's Mac mini is back - and this time it's more powerful, more environmentally friendly and better than ever. Apple has equipped the compact desktop computer with the latest technology, including the powerful M4 and M4 Pro chips. But the new Mac mini isn't just impressive in terms of performance. As the first carbon-neutral Mac, it also sets a strong example for environmental protection. Here you can find out everything you need to know about the new Mac mini and why it's the ideal choice for many users.
The Mac mini has always been Apple's portable, versatile desktop computer that fits into almost any setup. With the latest version, Apple shows that compact devices don't have to compromise on performance and sustainability. The Mac mini combines both and offers impressive performance for both everyday and professional applications. Let's take a look at what makes the new Mac mini so unique.
Compact power: The performance of M4 and M4 Pro
The Mac mini is now smaller and more powerful. Thanks to the M4 chip, it is up to 1.8 times faster than the M1 model and offers 2.2 times faster graphics performance. Whether for multitasking, creative projects such as video editing or compute-intensive applications - the M4 delivers top performance. For more demanding workloads, the M4 Pro is available, which even supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing. With up to 20 GPU cores and a neural engine three times faster than the M1 model, the M4 Pro delivers unprecedented performance.
Highlights of the M4 Pro
- Lightning-fast processing: Spreadsheets in Excel up to four times faster than the Intel Core i7.
- Optimized AI support: Transcriptions run up to 20 times faster with AI speech recognition.
- Enhanced 3D performance: 3D renderings in Blender are completed almost three times faster.
Apple Intelligence: The Future of Personal Intelligence
Apple Intelligence opens up new possibilities for Mac users. With these intelligent functions, which work in a privacy-friendly way on the device, you can now edit, rewrite or summarize texts system-wide. Siri has also been improved and even integrates the knowledge of ChatGPT, which makes interaction even more intuitive. You can use your device faster and more efficiently - whether through voice recognition, text input or the new option of creating your own emojis and images with the "Image Playground" function.
Sustainability: The first climate-neutral Mac
Apple has made a clear statement about sustainability with the new Mac mini. The Mac mini is the first climate-neutral Mac and is made from over 50 percent recycled materials. Only renewable energy is used in production, and Apple relies on environmentally friendly transport methods such as sea freight. The result? A reduction in the carbon footprint of over 80 percent. The packaging is made entirely of fiber, which supports Apple's goal of eliminating plastic by 2025.
connectivity and display support
No matter what setup you use, Mac mini has the right features. It offers multiple ports on the front and back, including Thunderbolt 4 (or 5 on M4 Pro models) for fast data transfers, HDMI, and USB-C. With M4, you can connect up to two 6K displays, and the M4 Pro even supports three 6K displays - perfect for creative or productive work environments.
Mac mini – an all-rounder for today and tomorrow
The new Mac mini combines the best that Apple has developed in recent years: maximum performance, improved connectivity and innovative software features with Apple Intelligence. At the same time, it sets a strong example for environmental protection and sustainability. For anyone looking for a powerful, space-saving desktop computer that can easily handle intensive workloads, the new Mac mini is an excellent choice. The future of personal computing lies in devices that combine performance, flexibility and environmental awareness - and the new Mac mini is exactly that. The device can be ordered from Apple starting today from 699 euros. pre-ordered – delivery will start on November 8th. (Image: Apple)
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