Apple raises Mac mini price with M6 chip update
Apple has released a new Mac mini featuring its M6 processor, raising the starting price to $899—an increase of $300 from the previous M4 model. Reviewers report improved processing, graphics, and storage performance, while the external design remains unchanged. Connectivity also gets updated, including 2.5Gb Ethernet by default and Wi-Fi 7 support. Multiple sources note the price increase is due to higher component costs related to artificial intelligence demand.
- Starting price now $899, up from $599
- M6 chip brings improved performance
- 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7 now standard
- Design remains unchanged from previous model
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