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Apple launches M6 iMac and 14-inch MacBook Pro
Apple introduced a new 24-inch iMac and an entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro, both running the M6 chip.[1, 9] The Verge reported the iMac refresh arrived ahead of Apple's Pro and Tell event scheduled for Wednesday.[8] The iMac starts at $1,499, according to The Verge and Mashable, and is available for preorder Oct. 28 at 1:10 p.m. ET, per Mashable.[2, 8]
Tom's Hardware reported the updated MacBook Pro and iMac lineup starts at $1,999.[9] TechCrunch reported the new MacBook Pro offers 24 hours of battery life and adds Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support.[6]
Engadget reported the 16-inch MacBook Pro still uses the older M5 chip.[5] Bloomberg described the releases as part of an end-to-end overhaul of Apple's computer line.[1]
Why it matters The updates are part of an end-to-end overhaul of Apple's computer line, with preorders for the iMac opening Oct. 28 at 1:10 p.m. ET.[1, 2]
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