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technology1 year ago

M4 Macs Limited to macOS Ventura 13.4+ for VMs

New M4-based Macs are unable to run virtual machines of macOS versions earlier than Ventura 13.4, as reported by users and developers. This issue, highlighted by security researcher Csaba Fitzl, affects popular virtualization software and results in a black screen during VM boot. The problem, occurring during early kernel boot processes, is not present in M1, M2, and M3 Macs. A fix would require Apple to release updated IPSW files for older macOS versions, which is unlikely. Supported macOS versions for virtualization on M4 Macs include Ventura 13.4 and later.

technology1 year ago

OWC Unveils Thunderbolt 5 Hub for Enhanced Mac Connectivity

OWC has announced its first Thunderbolt 5 dock, priced at $189, compatible with the new M4 Pro Mac mini and M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro, which feature Thunderbolt 5 ports. This dock, one of only two Thunderbolt 5 docks currently available, expands a single Thunderbolt 5 port into three downstream ports and one USB-A port, supporting up to three 8K monitors and delivering up to 140 watts of power. It is backwards compatible with older Thunderbolt and USB devices and is available for pre-order with deliveries starting in December.

technology1 year ago

"Apple's AI-Focused M4 Mac Line Set to Launch, Sparking $112 Billion Stock Surge"

Apple is expected to release its first M4 Macs later this year, starting with the 24-inch iMac and an entry-level MacBook Pro. The M4 transition timeline outlined by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman includes a low-end 14-inch MacBook Pro and a 24-inch iMac by the end of 2024, followed by high-end MacBook Pros, Mac mini, MacBook Airs, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro with M4 chips through 2025. The technical details of the M4 processors are still unknown, but Apple is reportedly focusing on artificial intelligence, with new AI features expected in future software updates.