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Mac mini M5: Supply shortage, specs - all the rumors Apfelpatient
The Mac mini was completely redesigned in 2024 – and has been one of the most popular Macs ever since. Now, the next update is on the horizon: M5 and M5 Pro chips are set to find their way into the compact enclosure. Externally, nothing will change, but there will be significant upgrades under the hood. However, due to the global memory chip shortage, the launch has been delayed – and the pricing structure has already changed considerably. The Mac mini is Apple's most affordable desktop Mac and also one of the most versatile. In our Mac buying guide: Mac mini vs. Mac Studio vs. iMac, we've already compared the three desktop Macs in detail. The situation surrounding the Mac mini has recently worsened considerably: Apple has completely removed the 256GB version from its lineup, and the starting price is now €949. This is due to the global memory chip shortage, which Tim Cook explicitly confirmed during the Q2 earnings call. The M5 chip is already used in the MacBook Air M5 and the MacBook Pro. The Mac mini is next in line – but significantly later than originally expected. This article summarizes all the current rumors. Mac mini M5: The most important points in brief DetailExpectationModelsM5 and M5 ProReleaseEarliest autumn 2026, more likely October or laterDesignNo changes – the 2024 redesign remains.Starting priceStarting at €949 (512 GB SSD), possible further increase due to RAM shortagesConnectivityWi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 expected via the N1 chip Design: Compact stays compact The Mac mini underwent a major redesign in October 2024. The enclosure shrank to 12.7 × 12.7 × 5.0 cm – significantly smaller than all its predecessors. It also gained two front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack. This design will remain unchanged with the M5 update. Apple only redesigns the Mac mini's enclosure every few years, and the current one is less than two years old. The focus is clearly on the internal components. Chip: M5 and M5 Pro M5 The base M5 chip has been in production since October 2025 and is used in the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air M5. It features a 10-core CPU, a 10-core GPU with Neural Accelerator in each core, and a 16-core Neural Engine. Compared to the M4, Apple promises up to 15 percent more CPU performance, up to 45 percent faster graphics, and four times the AI performance. For most users – office work, streaming, photo editing, light video editing – the M5 is more than sufficient. M5 Pro The M5 Pro is based on Apple's new Fu...
9to5Mac - Apple News & Mac Rumors Breaking All Day
Latest iOS iPhone iOS 26 iOS 26.5 Apple highlights 3 enhancements coming to iPhone with iOS 26.5 Apple has released the first iOS 26.5 RC build, highlighting three enhancements coming to your iPhone. iOS 26.5 will likely be released to everyone next week. Expand Expanding Close 9to5Mac Podcast Network 9to5Mac Daily Podcast 9to5Mac Daily: May 4, 2026 – Mac mini changes, more Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Make your life easier with Bitwarden, featuring a secure, open source password manager with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. Expand Expanding Close macOS macOS 26 macOS 26.5 Apple rolls out macOS 26.5 RC, here’s what’s coming Developers and public beta testerscan now download the first Release Candidate of macOS 26.5, ahead of the official rollout in the coming days. Here’s what to expect from macOS 26.5. Expand Expanding Close iPadOS 26 iPadOS 26.5 Apple debuts RC for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and more Apple has shipped the RC (release candidate) versions of iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more. Here’s what that means. Expand Expanding Close iOS iPhone iOS 26 iOS 26.5 Apple releases iOS 26.5 RC The first iOS 26.5 release candidate is now available for iPhone. After several beta versions, this is likely the version of iOS 26.5 that will reach customers in a few days. Expand Expanding Close Mac MacBook Ultra MacBook Ultra could bring ‘Neo’ energy, but for the high-end Apple is rumored to launch its first ever ‘MacBook Ultra’ later this year, and it could bring MacBook Neo energy but for high-end users. Expand Expanding Close iPhone iPhone 20 New iPhone redesign is coming next year, inspired by Liquid Glass: report Apple has a unique iPhone redesign coming next year for the product’s 20th anniversary, and it reportedly was created to blend seamlessly with iOS 26’s Liquid Glass design. Expand Expanding Close iOS 26 iOS 26.5 watchOS 26.5 iOS 26.5’s new Pride wallpaper revealed, plus Apple Watch face Apple has just announced its new Pride Collection for 2026, including a new wallpaper in iOS and iPadOS 26.5 and a new watch face in watchOS 26.5. There’s a new Apple Watch band available too. Here are the details. Expand Expanding Close Apple Watch Apple unveils Pr...
Mac Mini 256GB Storage Discontinued? What Apple Has Confirmed
Reports are circulating that Apple has removed the 256GB storage option from the Mac mini lineup, pushing the entry-level price from $599 to $799. That specific change is not confirmed by the research underlying this piece. What is confirmed: the M4 Mac mini launched in late October 2024 at $599 with 256GB as the base storage tier.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Says Mac Mini Demand Is Surging With AI Enthusiasts ...
High demand for Apple's Mac Mini, driven by AI capabilities, is straining the supply chain, CEO Tim Cook said on Thursday's earnings call.
