What’s New in M4 Mac mini? SD Card Reader & More

The upcoming M4 Mac mini is set to launch later this year with a major redesign, resembling the compact size of an Apple TV but slightly taller to fit new hardware. This redesign will bring several changes, both internal and external, that have been highlighted in a recent video.

What’s New with the M4 Mac mini?

New Colors and Premium Design: The updated M4 Mac mini is expected to come in new colors and feature an aluminum shell for a more premium appearance. This is a significant shift since the Mac mini has only been available in silver since its inception.

Compact Chassis: The new M4 Mac mini will have a smaller chassis, making it more compact than previous models. This change is notable because the Mac mini hasn’t seen a major redesign in 14 years. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested that the M4 MacBook Pro models will follow a similar design as the M3 series, but the Mac mini is getting its long-awaited update.

Performance Upgrades: Benchmarks show that the M4 chip outperforms the M3 and even more powerful chipsets like the M3 Pro and Snapdragon X Elite in both single-core and multi-core tests. The M4 Pro version of the Mac mini is expected to deliver exceptional performance.

Connectivity Enhancements: The new Mac mini will feature three USB-C ports, all likely supporting Thunderbolt 4 along with an HDMI port. The M4 chip is reported to include four Thunderbolt 4 controllers, doubling the number found in the M3.

New Options and Accessories: There’s a possibility of a Space Black color option and a redesigned, braided cable with the new Mac mini.

The M4 Mac mini’s launch is anticipated around October, in line with Apple’s typical hardware release schedule. A live event is expected to showcase these updates, though it may be brief. For more details on what’s coming, check out the full video coverage.