Apple discontinues the Mac Pro with no plans for future hardware
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple has officially discontinued the Mac Pro, removing it from its website and confirming there are no plans for future Mac Pro hardware.
- The current Mac Pro, last updated with the M2 Ultra chip in June 2023, has been succeeded by the Mac Studio, which features the newer M3 Ultra chip and offers high-end configurations.
- Apple’s desktop lineup now consists of the 24-inch iMac with M4, Mac mini with M4 and M4 Pro, and Mac Studio, alongside three laptop models including the new MacBook Neo.
- The introduction of macOS Tahoe 26.2’s low-latency RDMA over Thunderbolt 5 allows multiple Macs to connect for enhanced performance, reducing the need for a traditional Mac Pro.
- The discontinuation reflects Apple’s strategy to streamline its product lineup and focus on the Mac Studio as the future flagship desktop for professional users.
