Apple appears to have discontinued its most affordable Mac mini model, as evidenced by the latest updates to its online store. The tech giant has raised the starting price of the compact desktop Mac to $799, which now includes 512GB of storage as standard.
Previously, the entry-level Mac mini was priced lower but came with less storage. The discontinuation of the cheaper model suggests Apple is adjusting its pricing strategy for the Mac mini lineup, aligning it more closely with its other desktop offerings.
The updated Mac mini configuration was first spotted by MacRumors and later confirmed by Apple’s official store listings. The change reflects Apple’s ongoing efforts to optimize its product lineup while maintaining its premium positioning in the market.
Key details of the updated Mac mini:
- Starting price: $799
- Standard storage: 512GB SSD
- Processor options: Intel Core i5 or i7 (configurable)
- Ports: Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, HDMI 2.0, USB-A, and a 3.5mm headphone jack
The move comes as Apple continues to refine its Mac lineup, including the recent introduction of its own silicon chips in Macs, which have significantly improved performance and efficiency. While the base model now starts at a higher price point, customers can still configure the Mac mini with additional storage and memory upgrades.
Related articles
Musk vs. Altman Trial: Closing Arguments Reveal Legal Missteps and Evidence Mount
Today was closing arguments in the Musk v. Altman trial, and I almost feel bad writing about the unbelievable demolition derby I just witnessed. Steve...
Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses Now Support Gesture-Based Messaging in WhatsApp, Messenger, and More
Meta is rolling out new features to its Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, including bringing the ability to write messages just with hand gestures t...
Meta Expands Smart Glasses Capabilities with Third-Party Apps and Games
The $800 smart glasses could soon be a lot more useful.
OpenAI Launches Mobile Access to Codex for Coding Projects On-the-Go
The integration allows you to keep tabs on your coding projects on the go.
OpenAI Integrates Codex into ChatGPT Mobile App, Expanding AI Coding Capabilities
OpenAI is going to let users access Codex, its desktop AI tool that can write code and use apps on your computer, from the ChatGPT app on your phone....
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Hit Record-Low Prices During Meta’s Summer Sale
You can save over $50 on the latest pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which offer improved video quality and battery life. | Photo: Photo by Colt Bradley...
What Is HDMI ARC on Your TV? A Clear Explanation of Its Purpose and Benefits
The distinction between various flavors of HDMI can get a bit technical.
Microsoft Reverses Course: Cancels Majority of Claude Code Licenses, Shifts Focus to Copilot CLI
Microsoft first started opening up access to Claude Code in December, inviting thousands of its own developers to use Anthropic's AI coding tool daily...