Apple has officially refreshed its professional hardware lineup with the debut of the M6-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro and the new iMac. These machines are designed to prioritize on-device artificial intelligence, with the tech giant highlighting substantial performance leaps over their predecessors. The MacBook Pro, which starts at $1,999, promises a 30% boost in graphics and a 25% increase in AI processing speeds compared to the M5 chip, while also boasting a record-breaking 24-hour battery life. Meanwhile, the updated iMac, starting at $1,499, marks an even more significant jump, offering five times the on-device AI performance of the previous M4 iteration.

Starting this Wednesday, customers across 35 countries—including the United States—can begin placing their pre-orders, with units expected to hit the shelves on November 6. This hardware rollout serves as a lead-up to Apple’s highly anticipated "Pro and tell" event scheduled for October 28 in Los Angeles. Industry speculation suggests that the upcoming event could be a major turning point for the company, as reports indicate Apple may finally reveal its first MacBook Pro featuring touch-screen functionality.