Excitement is building around the anticipated launch of Apple’s M4-powered MacBook Pro, with rumors suggesting an early November announcement. Even though Apple hasn’t confirmed anything, a leaked image of what appears to be the retail packaging for the base model has been causing a buzz. This leak hints at a significant memory upgrade for the base variant, sparking interest among tech enthusiasts.
However, the packaging has raised eyebrows because it features the same wallpaper as last year’s model. Apple typically updates its designs to highlight new releases, leaving some to question whether the box is genuine. Adding to the intrigue, a Russian YouTuber from the channel Wylsacom claims to have obtained the base M4-powered MacBook Pro ahead of its official unveiling.
The YouTuber’s unboxing video reveals the same packaging and wallpaper found in last year’s model, which aligns with the earlier leak. However, as noted by Mark Gurman, a reputable Bloomberg reporter, the repeated use of the same wallpaper may not be as significant as it seems. In fact, Apple has previously used identical packaging for its 15-inch M2 and M3 MacBook Air models, despite differences in the devices.
Aside from the packaging, the video suggests that the new M4 MacBook Pro retains the same chassis design as its predecessor, complete with two Thunderbolt 4 ports. Contrary to an earlier mistake in an official app illustration, there’s no mention of Face ID support in the video. The YouTuber also shared the alleged Geekbench scores for the MacBook Pro, indicating a notable enhancement in performance across single-core, multi-core, and OpenCL benchmarks compared to the M3 model.
This potential upgrade is sparking curiosity and speculation among tech fans. As we await more concrete information, the possibility of a refreshed MacBook Pro promises exciting advancements for Apple enthusiasts.
