The Mac mini would be the subsequent Apple gadget to say goodbye to USB-A, in response to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
Apple clients have most likely gotten used to seeing the acquainted, rectangular USB-A ports changed with their thinner USB-C siblings. And whereas USB-C has its benefits, the transition can generally depart customers confused and scrambling for adapters.
The Mac mini, in the meantime, hasn’t been considerably redesigned since 2010, however Gurman says that’s altering this fall. The up to date fashions will embrace Apple’s new M4 chip, in addition to 5 USB-C ports, plus an Ethernet port, an HDMI connector, and a headphone jack. But the USB-A ports might be gone.
Apple has a “Glowtime” press occasion scheduled for September 9, the place the corporate is anticipated to announce the brand new iPhone 16. The new Mac lineup will not be introduced till later within the fall.
