Beyond the pale: iMac 2024 is a new milestone in the history of desktop computers

Every year, the Apple brand surprises the world with its incredible new products. And one of these grandiose innovations was the ultrathin 2024 iMac monoblock based on a powerful M4 chip with support for all the capabilities of the Apple Intelligence neural network. One of the company’s executives, John Ternus, has already dubbed this model the “new era.” So, let’s figure out what’s cool about the 2024 iMac.

Space Speed with M4 chip

The new iMac based on the M4 is 1.7 times faster than its predecessor on the M1 chip. The computer handles basic tasks instantly. For example, when working in text editors, tables, etc. As for surfing the Internet in Safari, it has accelerated by one and a half times. And the device handles processes that require significant resources 2.1 times faster. Therefore, feel free to download the latest generation of games, use resource—intensive software, edit photos and videos in high resolution – the candy bar will delight with cosmic speed.

Compared to the M1 chipset, the updated Neural Engine cores make the processor run three times faster. Plus, there is 16 GB RAM, which can be increased to 32 GB. All these bonuses significantly speed up and simplify work in different modes: from solving ordinary tasks to resource-intensive ones that put increased loads on the device.

If we compare the M4—based monoblock with the most productive and fastest computers with Intel processors, then the iMac wins both in terms of performance and speed – these figures will be 4.5 or 6 times higher.

Discover the world of Apple Intelligence

The M4 has a powerful neural engine — this chip was specially designed to work with Apple Intelligence. As promised by Apple, users will be able to use all the basic features of the neural network as early as December 2024.

And what tasks does Apple Intelligence solve?:

• sorts emails;
• responds to messages;
• writes, verifies, and summarizes texts;
• creates and processes images and videos;
• searches for photos in the gallery, edits them, removes the background;
• creates unusual emojis (supports the Genmoji option) and custom images in the Messages and Notes (Image Playground) applications.

By the way, Siri’s work has become more personalized. The virtual Assistant has become better able to understand requests and provide more user-friendly responses. For example, you ask, “What meme did my brother send me yesterday?” and Siri will instantly find a funny picture in the messages you receive or among the content stored on your computer.

In fact, the neural network has a lot more possibilities. But be sure to update your device to macOS Sequoia 15.1.

Another intriguing news is the integration of ChatGPT chat with Writing Tools and Siri. The update should also happen in December 2024. Users will not have to register accounts, and access to the neural network itself will be free. The developers have also taken care of the protection of personal data. The user’s IP address will be securely hidden, and the requests used in OpenAL will not be saved. File processing will take place directly on the device. If you need to solve a complex problem, you can use the Private Cloud Compute cloud system, which is a secure intellectual space.

At the moment, it is known that it will be possible to use the capabilities of Apple Intelligence only for the American version of English. However, later the developers will connect other languages.

What else is fantastic hidden in an iMac based on the M4 chip

The 2024 monoblock is made in high-tech style: ultra-thin, without unnecessary details, but bright and incredibly modern. The user can choose a model in silver, blue, purple, green, yellow, pink, orange colors. At the same time, the front panel of the computer is more muted, and the back panel is richer. This design helps you tune into your work processes and not be distracted by bright details.

The device uses a Retina display with a diagonal of 24 inches and a resolution of 4.5K. It is also possible to order a monitor with anti-reflective nanotextural glass. The advantage of such a screen is that due to the special coating it does not glare and does not reflect the surrounding environment. Working at the monitor is as comfortable as possible, even on the sunniest day.

The iMac is also equipped with a 12 MP camera with Center Stage function. Thanks to this feature, you will always be in the center of the frame during video communication. And if you need to show a drawing or sketch on a piece of paper, you can use the Desk View function, which will show your desktop to your interlocutors using a wide—angle lens.

Another advantage of the monoblock is its excellent sound. The iMac M4 features professional acoustics with six speakers and three microphones with studio sound and Beamforming technology, thanks to which the beam is directed directly to the place where the sound is coming from. This is an excellent package for those who work remotely, like to communicate a lot via video, watch TV series, and are fond of music.

The wireless connection here is also at the highest level, and files, regardless of the “severity”, will be downloaded instantly — and all this thanks to the support of the latest Wi-Fi 6E standard.

To connect third-party equipment to the monoblock, you can use four USB—C ports with Thunderbolt 4 support – these elements are located in the back of the computer. Ports allow you to transfer information at maximum speed, connect various devices and gadgets. You can also attach two additional monitors with a resolution of 6K. To ensure that the connection is as secure and interference-free as possible, the Bluetooth 5.3 standard is used.

iMac on an M4 chip is a computer for everyone

This technique is suitable for everyone.: those who study at school or university, write code, create architectural and design projects, retouch photos, edit videos, write articles, work with engineering drawings, etc. The new iMac will cope with any task: it is ideal for study, work, leisure and business.

The device is designed to work in multitasking mode. The computer supports all the features of Apple Intelligence. Use standard programs (for example, Safari browser, Microsoft Word, Pages) and/or download professional editors. Feel free to use the Adobe package, 3D modeling software, use various special effects and do not be afraid that the computer will freeze at the most unexpected moment.

Video game enthusiasts will also appreciate the capabilities of the 2024 iMac. The gameplay will be smooth, and the image will be as rich and clear as possible. A computer can easily pull even resource-intensive toys, for example, Civilization VII.

What’s in the package? Along with the monoblock, the user will receive gadgets in the color of the case — a Magic Mouse and a Magic Keyboard keyboard. The Magic Trackpad is available on request. To charge the devices, it is enough to connect the cable to the USB-C port. Please note that the charging connector for the mouse is still located at the bottom.

New iMac in iSpace stores

Very soon, a new product from Apple will appear in the iSpace store in Uzbekistan. We will inform you about the possibility to make a pre-order on our website and on social networks. Subscribe – we have a lot of interesting things.

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