Apple has officially launched a new 14-inch MacBook Pro and a refreshed 24-inch iMac, both powered by the newly developed M6 chip. This latest addition to Apple’s computer lineup is designed to deliver faster performance and improved artificial intelligence capabilities. The devices will be available for purchase in India starting from November 6, with pre-orders set to commence on October 28.

The 14-inch MacBook Pro features the M6 chip in its entry-level configuration. However, Apple continues to offer the more powerful M5 Pro and M5 Max options for users who require additional processing power for demanding tasks. The updated iMac has transitioned from the M4 chip to the M6, providing enhanced connectivity and faster storage solutions.

Pricing and Availability in India

The pricing for the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 begins at Rs 2,39,900 in India. Customers can benefit from various financial offers, including instant cashback and No Cost EMI options, with monthly payments starting at Rs 18,742, as per Apple’s official website. The pricing structure for the MacBook Pro models is as follows: the 14-inch model with M5 Pro is priced at Rs 2,99,900, while the M5 Max version costs Rs 4,99,900. The 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro is available for Rs 3,59,900, and the M5 Max variant is priced at Rs 5,39,900.

The new iMac with the M6 chip starts at Rs 1,74,900 for the configuration featuring a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. The variant with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU is priced at Rs 1,99,900. For educational pricing, the iMac models are available at Rs 1,68,900 and Rs 1,87,900, respectively. The 14-inch MacBook Pro is offered in Space Black and Silver, with an optional nano-texture display available for an additional Rs 18,000.

Features and Specifications of the New Models

The M6 chip introduces a 12-core CPU and a 12-core GPU to the new iMac, featuring Neural Accelerators in each GPU core to efficiently manage AI and graphics tasks. Apple claims that this model offers up to five times faster on-device AI performance compared to the M4 version. Additionally, it promises a performance increase of up to 2.5 times in Microsoft Excel compared to the M1 iMac.

The refreshed iMac retains its 24-inch 4.5K Retina display and enhances connectivity with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and faster SSD storage. It also includes a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera, colour-matched accessories, and up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports, making it a versatile option for users.

On the MacBook Pro, the M6 chip is positioned as suitable for a range of professional tasks, creative projects, and AI applications. This chip also includes a Dual 16-core Neural Engine, enhancing its capabilities further. The M5 Pro and M5 Max configurations remain available for users requiring additional processing power and memory for more intensive workloads.

Furthermore, the new iMac operates on macOS 27, which incorporates Apple’s latest software features, including Siri AI and Apple Intelligence capabilities. These tools are designed to assist users in searching for information, working across applications, and executing tasks using AI, all while ensuring privacy protections are built into the system.

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