Apple celebrates the end of the month of October last year with the release of new products covering all product lines, from the iPad mini 7 with the A17 Pro chip, the iMac M4, the Mac mini with the M4 chips and M4 Pro, and the latest MacBook Pro with the M4 chip, M4 Pro and M4 at most.
One of the main reasons is that the latest operating system update will allow users of Apple devices to experience Apple Intelligence, the first official set of artificial intelligence (AI) technology features. Helps improve user experience.
This shows Apple’s focus on developing devices that are more than just work tools, with the development of AI that makes use more natural and flexible.
Apple Intelligence is integrated throughout iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, powered by Apple Silicon to understand and shape language and images. Jump between apps and extract the user’s specific context To make common tasks in everyday life easier and faster.
More importantly, the processing is done on the device and there is Private Cloud Computing that allows scaling and scaling of computing capabilities. between processing on the machine and larger modules on the server. It runs on dedicated Apple Silicon servers No data is stored or shared. Ensures privacy that information is not leaked anywhere.
The feature will be available in English (US) first, followed by local English in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom in December. Including support for other languages such as English (Singapore), French, Japanese and Spanish Additional support will be added gradually within the next year. For Thai language, you have to wait first.
Advantages of using AI in the first set
Writing Tools or writing tools can transcribe informal writing messages to friends. Or change your writing to be more formal for business communication. Check your writing properly. Includes text summaries in all writable applications.
Siri has been redesigned and is better than before. The Photos app comes with a Cleanup tool to remove unwanted items. Use natural language to find photos you want including creating impressive memories Summarize calls for Mail, Messages, and other apps Summarize transcripts in Notes and Telephone, etc.
As for other user features, they will be available gradually this year and next year Image Playground, which allows users to create fun pictures. or Image Wand to make notes more interesting by turning rough sketches into beautiful images. And when the user rotates an empty space, Image Wand creates an image using the context of the surrounding area. Emoji will be taken to a whole new level with the ability to create unique Genmoji designs. Just write a description. Or choose a photo of a friend or family member.
After the launch of the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch series in September. Various products were launched to continuously increase interest. It represents the advancement of Apple Silicon’s performance and capabilities, helping to attract users who want to upgrade to more powerful functionality.
Although the A17 Pro chip used in iPhone 15 Pro and iPad mini 7, as well as the M1 chips or later, supports Apple Intelligence AI features, giving a- include AI-related features such as image processing and feature integration, Machine Learning for tasks such as face recognition, object recognition, audio processing. And responding to voice commands, etc., there is a Neural Engine that supports the work of AI in many features effectively.
But newer chips have been developed to have better AI performance. More than ever with faster and more accurate Machine Learning processing. and is better able to perform deep learning that requires complex data management.
New iMac, M4 chip
Apple has updated its all-in-one desktop computer, the iMac M4, with a colorful, ultra-thin design There are 4 colors and 7 shades: green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and silver The back of the iMac comes in bold colors for an attractive look. At the same time, there will be a new lighter color scheme on the front of the device with a 24-inch screen There is also a new Nano-texture glass option.
8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16GB of integrated memory, and a new 12MP Center Stage camera with front desktop view feature. and supports up to 4 Thunderbolt 4 ports
Compared to the M1, the M4 is up to 1.7 times faster for everyday tasks. and up to 2.1x faster processing for demanding workflows like photo editing and gaming. Includes support for 4 Thunderbolt 4 port connections for fast data transfer.
Apple claims that this is the world’s best all-in-one device for AI because it comes with the Neural Engine in the M4 chip and it is also built for Apple Intelligence Starting at 44,900 baht, it is cheaper than the M4 chip model introduced last year starting price of 49,900 baht
New Mac mini, M4 and M4 Pro chips
Powered by the M4 and M4 Pro chips, the new Mac mini desktop computer measures just 12.7×12.7cm, almost half the size of the previous generation M2 chip, saving space on your desk. but highly effective Supports connection to external display. Multiple ports The M4 chip has three Thunderbolt 4 ports, and the M4 Pro chip has three Thunderbolt 5 ports and seamless integration with Apple devices.
The M4 chip has a CPU that is up to 1.8x faster than M1-equipped models and a 2.2x faster GPU for M4 Pro-equipped models. We will extend performance even further to handle more complex and demanding processing tasks. Suitable for tasks that require higher processing power.
On the M4 Pro chip, compared to the M2 Pro chip, use up to 1.8x more audio effect plug-ins in Logic Pro projects Render graphics move to RAM in Motion up to 2x faster There is a complete 3D rendering the Blender up to 2.9 times faster.
Prices start at 20,900 baht for the M4 chip model, while the M4 Pro chip starts at 49,900 baht.
New chips MacBook Pro M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max
High performance computing designed for professional use and heavy computing The new MacBook Pro uses the M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, the latest additions to the list with the extremely powerful M4 family of chips.
It powers faster performance and enhanced capabilities while still protecting privacy
Available in both 14-inch and 16-inch screen models in black and silver. A new Nano-texture display option and up to 1,000 nits of brightness for SDR content, as well as a 12MP Center Stage camera. The battery lasts up to 24 hours.
The M4 Pro chip processes images in Affinity Photo up to 1.8 times faster than the M1 chip Viewing performance with Maxon Redshift is up to 3 times faster than the M1 Pro chip.
The M4 Max is the epitome of today’s pro performance. Able to handle heavy workload Creative aspects such as visual effects, 3D animation, and writing film scores are easy. Viewing performance with Maxon Redshift is up to 3.5 times faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max chip.
For the M4 chip, 14-inch screen, the price starts at 54,900 baht to 16-inch screen, M4 Max chip, the highest price 144,900 baht.