Apple’s Entry-Level MacBook Pro 14″ Gets Powerful M4 Upgrade – Pre-Order Now

Apple’s Entry-Level MacBook Pro 14″ Gets Powerful M4 Upgrade – Pre-Order Now

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Written By Eric Sandler

Apple has just wrapped up its three-day Mac announcement series with a bang, unveiling the new M4 MacBook Pro lineup.

The standout?

A revamped entry-level 14-inch model that packs more value than ever at its $1,599 starting price. Pre-order here via Amazon.

More Bang for Your Buck

In a significant move, Apple has doubled the base RAM to 16GB while maintaining last year’s pricing. This addresses a common criticism of the M3 model’s 8GB starting configuration, making the entry-level Pro a more compelling choice for professionals.

Power Meets Efficiency

The new base model comes equipped with:

  • M4 chip with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU
  • 16GB unified memory (upgradeable to 32GB)
  • 512GB storage (expandable to 2TB)
  • Up to 24 hours of battery life
  • New 12MP Center Stage camera
  • Optional nano-texture display
  • Peak brightness of 1000 nits for SDR content

Available in sleek space black and classic silver finishes, the new MacBook Pro represents Apple’s continued push to blur the lines between entry-level and premium offerings.

Professional Endorsement

Apple’s senior VP of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus, emphasizes the device’s professional credentials:

“MacBook Pro is an incredibly powerful tool that millions of people use to do their life’s best work, and today we’re making it even better,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “With the powerful M4 family of chips, and packed with pro features like Thunderbolt 5, an advanced 12MP Center Stage camera, an all-new nano-texture display option, and Apple Intelligence, the new MacBook Pro continues to be, by far, the world’s best pro laptop.”

The addition of Thunderbolt 5 and Apple Intelligence features further cements its pro status.

Availability

Pre-orders start today, with devices shipping Friday, November 8. While this completes Apple’s M4 Mac releases for 2024, MacBook Air fans will need to wait until 2025 for their M4 upgrade.

The Bottom Line

At $1,599, the new entry-level MacBook Pro 14″ offers significantly more value than its predecessor, making it an attractive option for professionals who need power but don’t want to stretch to the higher-end models.

Pre-order on Amazon

Eric Sandler

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