Following a 27% drop in Mac sales in the last fiscal year, Apple is seeking to rejuvenate its computer line. The incorporation of M4 chips is anticipated to enhance user experience and productivity significantly, especially with the expected introduction of AI-powered features. Apple plans to unveil these new AI capabilities and more at the World Wide Developer Conference on June 10. Despite the decline in Mac sales, Apple is not slowing down its refresh cycle. New models of iMacs, 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, and Mac minis equipped with the M4 chip are slated for release starting late this year and into early next year. Additionally, updates to the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro with M4 chips are scheduled throughout 2025.

In line with Apple's long-term strategy, known as Apple Silicon, the company continues to integrate its proprietary processors across its product range. This initiative began with the original iPad and iPhone 4 in 2010 and expanded to the Mac in 2020, aiming to unify hardware and software for enhanced performance and efficiency. The transition away from Intel processors to Apple's ARM-based architecture has facilitated slimmer designs, improved battery life, and reduced cooling requirements across Apple's device lineup.