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Apple working on M7 Ultra Mac Studio for 2028 with potential major upgrade: report
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Key Points:
- Apple is set to release an updated Mac Studio later this year featuring M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, replacing the current M4 Max and M3 Ultra models without any design changes.
- The M5 refresh was delayed due to a memory crisis but is now expected to launch within the year, offering a chip upgrade to address the current model’s dated performance.
- Looking ahead to 2028, Apple plans a more significant update with the M7 Ultra chip, potentially including a redesign and improved thermal performance to support demanding AI workloads.
- Apple is skipping high-end M6 chips, offering only a base M6, and focusing on the M7 Ultra for future high-performance desktop updates.
- The upcoming improvements, especially the better heat sink, aim to enhance the Mac Studio’s capability for intensive tasks, providing good news for current and prospective users despite recent price hikes and supply challenges.
