IT House March 9 news, Apple today released a new Mac Studio and Studio Display. Mac Studio with the M1 Max chip or the new M1 Ultra chip features an incredibly compact design that provides users with unprecedented performance and rich ways to connect. Studio Display has a large, state-of-the-art camera with character center, and an excellent high-fidelity audio system. Mac Studio starts at £1,999 and Studio Display starts at £1,499.
Here is a detailed introduction brought by Apple officially:
Apple today unveiled a new Mac Studio desktop computer and Studio Display display that meets the needs of users and helps them build the studio of their dreams. Powered by the M1 Max or the latest M1 Ultra, the Mac Studio is the world's most powerful PC chip and a major breakthrough in personal computing. A first-of-its-kind Mac desktop with an incredibly compact design that makes it easy to put on your desktop, it delivers unprecedented performance, rich connectivity, and new features. Mac Studio lets users accomplish tasks that other desktop computers can't, such as rendering large-scale 3D scenes or playing back 18 ProRes video streams simultaneously. Studio Display is the perfect companion for Mac Studio, and it's just as compatible with other Mac computers. It features a large 27-inch 5K Retina display, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with character center, and a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system that supports spatial audio. Mac Studio and Studio Display work perfectly together to turn any workspace into a powerful creative studio. The two products, new to Apple's most powerful Mac product line to date, are available for pre-order today and will begin shipping to customers starting Friday, March 18.
Mac Studio delivers breakthrough performance and rich connectivity to support a wide variety of creative workflows.
Mac Studio
Mac Studio offers more support for users who want to push the boundaries of their creativity with breakthrough performance, rich ways to connect external devices, and a modular system that's easily configured.
A revolutionary desktop computer design based on Apple chips
Thanks to the performance and energy efficiency of Apple chips, Mac Studio has completely reimagined the form of a high-performance desktop computer. Every design element of Mac Studio is designed to take full advantage of the performance of the M1 Max and M1 Ultra, delivering unprecedented performance and functionality in a compact look that can be easily placed on the desktop.
The Mac Studio body is made of aluminum pressed in one piece, with a bottom edge of only 7.7 inches long and a height of only 3.7 inches, and the overall appearance is compact and can be easily placed under most monitors. Mac Studio also features an innovative thermal design that delivers exceptional thermal performance. Dual centrifugal fans, precisely placed air ducts, and more than 4,000 cooling holes on the back and bottom of the enclosure combine to form a unique cooling system that directs airflow through internal components to help cool down the high-performance chip. Thanks to the energy efficiency of Apple chips, Mac Studio remains quiet even when running the heaviest tasks.
The M1 Max and M1 Ultra deliver disruptive performance
Mac Studio with M1 Max or M1 Ultra delivers exceptional CPU and graphics processor performance, higher than any other Mac model's uniform memory capacity, and new features not available on other desktop computers. M1 Max takes creative workflows to a whole new level. If you still need more computing power on this basis, you can also choose the new M1 Ultra in Apple's chip family, which can help Mac Studio achieve stunning performance. The M1 Ultra is a further upgrade to the M1 Max, using the new UltraFusion architecture to interconnect two M1 Max chip dies, resulting in an SoC chip with unprecedented levels of performance and processing power, with a total of 114 billion transistors integrated, the highest number in Mac chip history.
Mac Studio with M1 Max:
Up to 2.5x faster CPU than the fastest 27-inch iMac with 10-core processors.
Compared to mac Pro with a 16-core Xeon processor, the CPU can be up to 50% faster.
Up to 3.4x faster graphics performance than the 27-inch iMac and up to 3x faster than Mac Pro with the best-selling graphics card.
Video transcoding speeds are up to 7.5x faster than the 27-inch iMac and up to 3.7x faster than the 16-core Mac Pro.
Mac Studio with M1 Ultra:
Up to 3.8 times faster CPU than the fastest 27-inch iMac with a 10-core processor.
Compared to mac Pro with a 16-core Xeon processor, the CPU can be up to 90% faster.
Compared to the 28-core Mac Pro, the CPU can be up to 60% faster.
Up to 4.5x faster graphics performance compared to the 27-inch iMac and up to 80% compared to the fastest graphics card on your Mac today.
Video transcoding speeds can be up to 12x faster than the 27-inch iMac and up to 5.6x faster than the Mac Pro with 28-core processors.
Mac Studio with M1 Max or M1 Ultra offers incredible CPU and graphics processor performance, and a higher unified memory capacity than any other Mac model.
Thanks to its extremely powerful media engine, Mac Studio with M1 Ultra is capable of playing 18 8K ProRes 422 video streams simultaneously, which is not possible on any other Mac computer. Mac Studio also completely breaks the graphics memory limitations of traditional desktop computers, with up to 64GB of uniform memory on models equipped with M1 Max chips and up to 128GB of unified memory on models equipped with M1 Ultra chips. Given that the most powerful workstation graphics cards today are equipped with only 48GB of video memory, the ability to provide such a huge amount of memory capacity will certainly bring a disruptive impact on the processing of professional-grade tasks. In addition, Mac Studio is equipped with SSD data read speeds of up to 7.4GB/s and capacities of up to 8TB, enabling users to achieve unmatched speed and performance when working on very large projects.
Connectivity at your fingertips
The compact design of Mac Studio makes it easy for users to use a wide variety of commonly used connections. On the back, it has a total of 4 Thunderbolt 4 ports for connecting monitors and high-performance devices, 10Gb Ethernet port, 2 USB-A ports, 1 HDMI port, and 1 professional audio jack for connecting high-impedance headphones or external speakers. It also has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 modules built into its body.
Considering that users frequently plug and unplug removable storage devices and other devices, Mac Studio also provides several ports on the front for the convenience of users. There are 2 USB-C ports, USB 3 protocol with a maximum transfer speed of 10Gb/s on models with M1 Max chips, and Thunderbolt 4 protocols with a maximum transfer speed of 40Gb/s on models with M1 Ultra chips. There is also an SD card slot on the front that allows users to easily import photos and videos. Mac Studio also supports connecting multiple external display devices, up to four Pro Display XDR displays and a 4K TV simultaneously, with simultaneous output of nearly 90 megapixels.
Mac Studio offers a variety of ports not only on the back, but also 2 USB-C ports and 1 SD card slot on the front, so you can get a variety of common connection methods at your fingertips.
Studio Display
Studio Display is a brand new display from Apple that complements Mac Studio and is a great companion for any other Mac. It stands out from the crowd with a 27-inch 5K Retina display, a great camera and audio system, and the one-piece experience that Mac users love.
Slim aluminum body
Studio Display features a stunningly narrow bezel full-screen design that incorporates advanced features in a delicate, slim all-aluminium body. The built-in stand allows the user to adjust the display at a maximum angle of up to 30 degrees. In order to adapt to the needs of various workspaces, users can choose a bracket with adjustable inclination and height for the Studio Display, and the clever counter-arm design allows the user to completely feel the weight of the display itself during the adjustment process. Users can also optionally have a VESA bracket converter that supports landscape or portrait placement of the display for added flexibility.
Immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display
Studio Display features a 27-inch 5K Retina display with a total of over 14.7 megapixels. With a display brightness of up to 600 nits, it supports p3 wide color gamut and displays over 1 billion different colors to bring to life the details of the picture. True Color technology automatically adjusts the color temperature of the display as the environment changes, providing a more natural viewing experience. Industry-leading anti-reflective coatings can significantly reduce reflections on the screen, improve visual comfort and optimize the viewing experience. For studios with strong light sources including daylight, users can also opt for the Innovative Nano-textured Glass for studio Display. Originally debuted on a Pro Display XDR display, this material delivers excellent image quality while distracting light to further reduce glare.
The colorful 27-inch 5K Retina display displays over 1 billion colors to bring images to life with detail.
Excellent camera and audio system
The Studio Display is powered by the A13 Bionic chip, which provides a great experience with an exceptionally advanced camera and audio system. The display is the best choice for video conferencing, with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera that supports character centering and automatically centering users as they move, enhancing the interactivity of video calls.
Studio Display also features a studio-grade three-microphone array with extremely low noise floor, making calls and recordings incredibly clear. It also comes with the highest-fidelity six-speaker system ever on your Mac for an unexpected listening experience. Four vibration-canceling woofers minimize distortion and produce thick, powerful bass, while two high-performance tweeters produce precise, full midranges and clear, translucent treble. This six-speaker system also supports spatial audio and can play Music and Video from Dolby Atmos for a cinematic audiovisual experience. All in all, Studio Display is a Mac desktop display with the strongest combination of camera and audio system to date.
Seamless and seamless connectivity
Studio Display offers three USB-C ports with transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s, allowing users to connect high-speed external devices, storage devices, or connect them to a variety of networks for this display. It also provides a Thunderbolt port that allows users to connect Studio Display, which may have several external devices connected, to a single Mac with just one cable. Not only that, but the cable also powers a Mac notebook at 96W, allowing studio Display to even charge a 14-inch MacBook Pro quickly. A MacBook Pro can connect up to three Studio Displays simultaneously, creating the perfect editing desk or animation workspace.
Studio Display works perfectly with any Macbook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, and any mac computer.
Magic Keyboard, Magic Control Pad and Magic Mouse with Touch ID will also complement studio Display's exterior design to introduce a new silver and black option for users to purchase separately.
Magic Keyboard, Magic Control Board and Magic Mouse with Touch ID are now also designed with Studio Display to introduce a new silver and black color scheme.
The ultimate studio configuration solution
Mac Studio and Studio Display will allow creative professionals to build the studio of their dreams and take creativity to new heights.
Musicians and producers will be able to create extremely complex arrangements that run hundreds of audio tracks, plug-ins, and virtual instruments in real time.
3D artists can work with more and more complex geometry, edit giant scenes that were previously impossible to render, and run complex particle simulations at breakneck speed.
App developers will be able to build new versions of code at breakneck speeds and run more automated integration and testing programs at the same time than ever before.
Photographers will be able to quickly and accurately sift through thousands of images, synthesize oversized images with hundreds of layers, and then quickly export the final version for publication and printing.
Videographers will be able to edit projects shot in multiple cameras while playing more 8K video streams than before, making more color corrections to the project while still ensuring a smooth playback process, and encoding and exporting video extremely quickly.
Mac Studio and Studio Display empower creatives to help them build the studio of their dreams.
macOS Monterey
Mac Studio is powered by the latest version of macOS Monterey, the world's most advanced desktop operating system. The M1 Max chip, or the newly released powerful M1 Ultra chip, paired with the macOS Monterey operating system, delivers breakthrough performance, security, and productivity. FaceTime's audio and video features make video calls extra natural and vivid, while simulcast sharing lets Mac users share great content using FaceTime video calls. Live text and image queries help users intelligently find useful information for use, Safari provides powerful tab management with tab groups, and shortcuts make it easy to automate a variety of actions on the Mac. New continuity tools like AirPlay to Mac make collaboration between Apple devices smoother than ever, and in macOS Monterey 12.3 and iPadOS 15.4, universal controls will make it easier for users to work with Mac and iPad for unmatched efficiency.
The macOS Monterey operating system is installed in Mac Studio, which provides rich features to help users do more tasks and allow users to stay in touch with friends and family in new ways.
Mac Studio, Studio Display and environment
Mac Studio and Studio Display are designed to minimize environmental impact. Mac Studio delivers extraordinary performance at much lower energy consumption than its competitors. For example, Mac Studio can save up to 1,000 kWh of power over a full year compared to a high-end desktop PC6. All magnets in Mac Studio and Studio Display use 100% recycled rare earth elements, motherboard solders use 100% recycled tin, and recycled aluminum and recycled plastics are used in multiple parts. Both products meet Apple's strict environmental standards: energy efficient, free of any hazardous substances, and all wood fibers in packaging materials from recycled sources or responsibly managed forests.
Apple is currently carbon neutral in its global corporate operations and plans to make all of its businesses carbon neutral by the end of 2030, including the manufacturing supply chain and all product lifecycles. This means that every Apple device sold, from part manufacturing, assembly, transportation, user use, charging, to equipment and material recycling, will be 100% carbon neutral.
Price and time to market
The new Mac Studio and Studio Display are available for pre-order in the apple.com.cn/ Store and Apple Store App starting today, and will begin shipping to customers starting Friday, March 18, and are available at select Apple Store retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers.
Mac Studio starts at £2,000 and educational deals start at £1,499. For information about other option to configure it to order, visit apple.com.cn/ mac.
Studio Display is priced at RMB 11,499 and The Education Offer is priced at RMB 10,799. For other technical specifications, including Nano-textured glass and different bracket options, visit the apple.com.cn/ store.
The new Silver with Black Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad is priced at RMB 1,399, the new Silver with Black Magic Keyboard is priced at RMB 1,049, and the new Silver and Black Magic Mouse is priced at RMB 699 and is available on the apple.com.cn/ store.