Apple unveils M6-powered MacBook Pro and iMac

Apple has announced a new generation of hardware featuring the M6 chip, headlined by the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the 24-inch iMac. The MacBook Pro features a 12-core CPU and a 12-core GPU, providing up to 30 percent faster graphics performance and a 25 percent improvement in AI tasks compared to the previous M5 model. It includes a dual 16-core Neural Engine, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and a Liquid Retina XDR display with up to 24 hours of battery life.

The updated iMac maintains its slim all-in-one design and 4.5K Retina display while receiving the M6 silicon upgrade. Apple reports that the iMac sees a significant boost in on-device AI performance.

Pre-orders for these devices began in late October 2026, with general availability scheduled for November 6, 2026. The MacBook Pro starts at $1,999, while the iMac starts at $1,499.