The M6 chip from Apple hasn't been released yet, but M7 Macs are expected to arrive in early 2027.

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      Apple is reportedly speeding up its next-generation silicon plans, even before the M6 has been released.

      The M6 chip is anticipated to make its debut later this year, but Apple may already be gearing up for the next iteration. According to Mark Gurman’s latest report for Bloomberg, the company is looking to launch its first M7-powered devices as soon as the first half of 2027, indicating a quicker silicon refresh than many had anticipated.

      The M7 could launch alongside new Macs and iPads

      Gurman mentions that Apple is testing four new iPad Pro models scheduled for spring 2027 while also working on a redesigned entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro. Both products are expected to primarily feature internal upgrades, with the iPad Pro maintaining its existing 11-inch and 13-inch display sizes, while the MacBook Pro will showcase a new design that aligns with Apple’s forthcoming Mac lineup.

      NEW: Apple plans to refresh its iPad Pro line in spring 2027, alongside a redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro. The first M7 chip is also expected to launch around the same time. https://t.co/MuivDhD9qc— Mark Gurman (@markgurman) July 1, 2026

      The more notable aspect, however, is the chip's introduction. The report suggests that Apple intends to unveil its first M7 processor during this same timeframe, with the company reportedly hastening its silicon roadmap to better optimize future Macs and iPads for demanding AI workloads.

      A quicker upgrade cycle might be on the way

      What's particularly striking is the timing. Apple is expected to reveal the M6 series later this year, meaning the transition to M7 could occur much sooner than usual. It was previously reported that Apple was already considering an M7 Ultra-powered Mac Studio for 2028, and this latest roadmap emphasizes just how far in advance the company is planning its silicon strategy.

      It also raises an intriguing question regarding the M6 itself. If Apple is already hastening towards M7 and positioning it as a significant advancement for AI-focused tasks, the M6 might turn out to be one of the more understated Apple Silicon generations in recent history, especially since earlier reports indicated that Apple will skip the Pro and Max variants for it. While it doesn't imply that it won't be a notable upgrade, the focus seems to be shifting towards what lies ahead.

      Of course, Gurman also points out that Apple’s plans are still subject to ongoing memory and silicon shortages, which could impact launch timelines. Nonetheless, the report clearly indicates that 2027 is poised to be one of Apple's most significant hardware years, with the M7 chip, refreshed iPad Pro models, a redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro, and several other major devices all expected to arrive within a relatively short timeframe.

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      This technique was responsible for over 53 percent of malware loader incidents last year, according to cybersecurity firm Huntress, and until now, no major browser offered a built-in defense against it. Opera is addressing this with a new feature called Paste Protect.

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      Five years with the same chassis means both tiers of the MacBook Pro are finally receiving a new look simultaneously.

      Apple has a new MacBook Pro set to launch early next year, as reported by Bloomberg. The company will introduce a 14-inch laptop in the first half of 2027.

      The most surprising aspect will be a completely new design language. The outlet refers to it as "a revamped entry-level MacBook Pro, code-named K104."

      Study finds that humans will engage with AI simulations of the deceased as reincarnations, and it’s quite unsettling

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      A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder confirms something that sounds both remarkable and concerning. People find interacting with AI representations of their deceased loved ones profoundly meaningful, and many express a desire to do it again.

      The researchers term it a "generative ghost," clearly referencing generative AI, though I would personally describe it as disconcerting.