Apple has launched its latest MacBook Pro M4, boasting improved performance, increased RAM, and a more affordable price tag. The laptop runs on the latest macOS Sequoia 15.1, featuring AI tools for writing, proofing, and summarizing text.
Features
- The laptop runs the latest version of macOS Sequoia 15.1, which ships with a variety of new features and AI tools.
- The base-model M4 laptop gains an additional Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 port compared with its predecessor and is capable of driving two external monitors and the laptop display at once.
Price
- The 14in MacBook Pro M4 starts at £1,599 (€1,899/$1,599/A$2,499), making it £100 or so cheaper than last year’s M3 models.
AI Tools
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Apple Intelligence features include AI writing tools capable of proofing, rewriting, and summarizing text.
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Other small AI tools are dotted around various apps, such as natural language search in the Photos app and AI smart replies in the Mail and Messages apps.
Key Features
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M4 Chip: Up to 25% faster than the outgoing M3 chip and up to 1.8 times as fast as the original M1 chip
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16GB RAM: Double the amount of its predecessor, making it suitable for demanding tasks
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Long Battery Life: Lasts around 21 hours with light browsing and 18 hours with heavy usage
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14.2in Screen: Super bright and crisp mini LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate
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Nano-Texture Display Option: Available for £150 more, significantly reducing glare in bright light or outdoors
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12MP Centre Stage Camera: Upgrade from the previous model, ideal for video conferencing and photography
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Three USB-C Ports: Can connect to two external monitors at once
- theguardian.com | Apple MacBook Pro M4 review: faster, better and cheaper
