Apple may forego M6 Pro, Max, and Ultra chips due to soaring memory costs, redirecting its focus toward the M7 lineup and AI-ready Macs, according to reports.
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Jun 26, 2026
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What's the storyApple is said to be rethinking its Apple Silicon strategy in the wake of skyrocketing memory prices.
The company intends to launch the base M6 chip later this year, but may skip higher-end variants like the Pro, Max, and Ultra. Instead, it could focus on the upcoming M7 family and AI-ready Macs.
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