https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-skips-m6-pro-to-rush-ai-first-m7-baltra-chip-2026-tech-insider-orgContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-skips-m6-pro-to-rush-ai-first-m7-baltra-chip-2026-tech-insider-orghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-skips-m6-pro-to-rush-ai-first-m7-baltra-chip-2026-tech-insider-org#u51993Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:00:59 +0000Apple is rushing the release of its AI-focused M7 chip, bypassing the M6 Pro. The company is prioritizing local AI development in its new desktop computers. A new Mac Mini is also expected to launch soon.Why it mattersThis development indicates Apple's strategic shift towards artificial intelligence in its hardware. The company's focus on AI compute in its recent chip releases and desktop computers suggests a significant push in this area. The M7 chip and new Mac Mini are expected to play key roles in this strategy.What is confirmedApple introduces M6 and M5 Ultra for a big leap in p