MacBook Pro M4 Leak: New details on specs and more Apfelpatient

A new MacBook Pro from the M4 series seems to be on the horizon, and the first information about it comes from a leak that appeared on social media. Leaker ShrimpApplePro has shared an image that supposedly shows the packaging of the upcoming MacBook Pro M4. Even though this leak has not yet been officially confirmed, it gives us interesting details about the possible specifications and new features of this laptop.

In recent days, reports about a possible leak that reveals details about the MacBook Pro M4. This information comes from a well-known leaker named ShrimpApplePro, who shared a picture of the alleged packaging of the new MacBook on social media. Even though the authenticity of the leak has not been confirmed, the information provides interesting insights into the potential innovations.

Specifications of the MacBook Pro M4 according to leak

According to the leak, the base model of the MacBook Pro M4 will come with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. This seems to be in line with previous reports that suggest that all MacBooks in the M4 series will ship with at least 16GB of memory. For users, this means better performance for demanding tasks such as editing high-resolution videos, using professional graphic design programs, or running multiple applications in parallel. Also interesting is the information that the MacBook Pro M4 will be equipped with a 10-core CPU and a 10-core GPU. For comparison, the current M3 model has an 8-core CPU and a 10-core GPU. The move to a 10-core CPU in the M4 would mean a significant increase in performance, especially for users who need a lot of processing power, such as programmers, developers, or creative professionals.

More Thunderbolt ports

One notable detail in the leak is that the MacBook Pro M4 will have three Thunderbolt 4 ports. The current base model of the MacBook Pro only has two of these ports, which often leads to limitations for users who want to connect many peripherals at the same time. More Thunderbolt ports not only offer more flexibility but also faster connections to external monitors, storage media and other devices.

New color option: Space Black

Another interesting point of the leak is the possible new "Space Black" color option. The abbreviation "SPB" can be seen on the packaging, which could indicate this color variant. This would mean that the base MacBook Pro will be offered in a deeper, darker color than the previously available Space Gray. For users who prefer a sleek and minimalist design, this could be an attractive alternative. So far, the base MacBook Pro is mainly available in Space Gray and Silver, and a new color option could help Apple further differentiate the device.

Doubts about the authenticity of the leak

Although the information sounds tempting, there are some aspects of the leak that raise skepticism. One striking detail, for example, is a QR code on the packaging that is supposed to allow you to learn more about the MacBook Pro M4. Apple recently introduced this type of integration with the iPhone 16 series, but not yet with the MacBooks. So it would be unusual if Apple were to adopt this for the MacBook series already. Another questionable point is the mention of Apple ID on the packaging. Apple has recently started using the term Apple Account instead of Apple ID, which raises suspicions that the leak is not authentic or that it could be an early version of the packaging. Nevertheless, many of the other specifications - such as the Thunderbolt ports and the 10-core CPU - seem quite realistic and fit with previous developments in the MacBooks.

A look at the possible features of the base MacBook Pro M4

The alleged leak about the MacBook Pro M4 provides some exciting insights into possible specifications and innovations. Even if the authenticity of the information has not yet been confirmed, some of the details are quite plausible. If the leak turns out to be true, users of the basic MacBook Pro M4 can expect a significant increase in performance, more flexibility thanks to additional Thunderbolt ports and a new color option in Space Black. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen what Apple will actually present. Until the official announcement, it is advisable to take this information with a grain of salt. (Image: Apple)