Apple is well-known for keeping its secrets tightly under wraps. However, in recent weeks, that hasn’t been the case.
Despite not officially unveiling the M4 MacBook Pro, a series of leaks and unboxing videos have provided a comprehensive look at the upcoming laptop from various angles. This kind of exposure is almost catastrophic for a company as security-conscious as Apple.
For consumers like us, though, these leaks have been quite revealing. If the information turns out to be accurate, it gives us a sneak peek into what we can expect from the M4 MacBook Pro, and it’s looking pretty exciting.
These leaks began with a photo shared by leaker ShrimpApplePro showing the packaging of the M4 MacBook Pro. Subsequently, Russian YouTubers claimed to have acquired units of the laptop, unboxing and analyzing them in videos on their channels. Rumors even surfaced about people selling the M4 MacBook Pro on Facebook and a Russian classifieds website, with 200 units allegedly available.
This level of detail prior to an Apple launch is unusual. While some details are usually leaked beforehand, seeing full unboxing videos is a rarity. The last security breach of this magnitude for Apple was when the iPhone 4 was left in a bar, eventually making its way to the press. This recent incident likely evokes painful memories for Apple’s leadership.
Insights from the leaks
If these leaked M4 MacBook Pro units are authentic and have been obtained from Apple’s supply chain, it signifies a major security breach for the company. It also gives us insight into what features we might see in Apple’s next flagship laptop.
One consistent detail in the leaks is the specifications of the M4 MacBook Pro: M4 chip, 16GB of memory, and 512GB of storage. This suggests a possible doubling of RAM compared to the M3 MacBook Pro. The leaks also hint at a Space Black color option and three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an upgrade from the existing M3 model.
Additionally, performance improvements can be expected from the M4 chip based on benchmark tests. The leaked Geekbench results show significant gains in both single-core and multi-core performance compared to the M3. The M4’s GPU performance is also reported to be around 20% better than the M3 based on Metal API benchmarks.
Apple’s security concerns
These leaks also raise questions about the strength of Apple’s security measures. Despite the company’s history of pursuing leakers, a breach of this scale has occurred. Rumors of privately listing 200 M4 MacBook Pro units for sale have only added to the intrigue.
While the leaks seem convincing, there’s still a level of uncertainty regarding their authenticity. The possibility of these devices being cleverly disguised M3 Pro models cannot be ruled out. The veracity of these leaked laptops remains unconfirmed until Apple officially addresses the M4 MacBook Pro at its rumored October launch event.
