{"id":61970,"date":"2025-12-16T16:59:51","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T15:59:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/?p=61970"},"modified":"2025-12-16T17:00:53","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T16:00:53","slug":"apple-leak-reveals-imac-pro-with-m5-max-and-new-macs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/en\/rumors\/apple-leak-zeigt-imac-pro-mit-m5-max-und-neue-macs","title":{"rendered":"Apple leak reveals iMac Pro with M5 Max and new Macs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Apple is apparently working on a new iMac Pro, which will reportedly be the first to feature the upcoming M5 Max chip. Evidence of this comes from leaked internal software intended only for Apple's development departments. This information not only provides details about a potential high-end iMac, but also offers a comprehensive insight into Apple's future Mac plans for the coming years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since switching to Apple Silicon, Apple has gradually modernized its Mac lineup. While the iMac, MacBook, and Mac mini are already equipped with powerful M-series chips, a clearly positioned desktop model for professional users has been missing. This is precisely where the current leak comes in. It suggests that Apple is still working on a high-performance iMac for the professional market and is simultaneously preparing numerous new Mac configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internal software provides clues about the new iMac Pro<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The current information comes from so-called kernel debug kit files. These files are used by Apple engineers to test new hardware and software internally. They contain lists of unreleased Apple devices, identified by internal identifiers, platform names, and codenames. In some cases, these identifiers are already linked to later marketing names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the actual files, summaries and screenshots have also surfaced in the Chinese tech community over the past week. Posts on platforms like Weibo and BiliBili refer to the same internal code, which reinforces the authenticity of the information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

iMac with identifier J833c and M5 Max chip<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The software contains an iMac with the internal identifier J833c. This device is based on the H17C platform. This platform, in turn, is associated with the codename Sotra C. According to internal mapping, this codename corresponds to the expected marketing name M5 Max.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This makes it highly likely that Apple is currently actively testing an iMac with an M5 Max chip. The M5 Max is expected to be a high-end chip and would clearly be positioned in the professional segment. Such an iMac would stand out significantly from the current models and could be positioned as the iMac Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Test device or planned market launch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The kernel debug kit files also contain references to devices that are clearly intended for internal testing only. These include iPad minis running tvOS and MacBooks still equipped with an A15 chip. Therefore, it is entirely possible that the iMac with the M5 Max is simply an internal test device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, several factors argue against this assumption. The M5 Max chip is expected next year. Furthermore, rumors about the return of a high-end iMac have been circulating for several years. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has already reported that Apple is still working on an iMac with a larger display for the professional market. This assessment is also shared by the well-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other leaked Mac models and chip generations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Besides the potential iMac Pro, the kernel debug kit provides a detailed outlook on other planned Macs. Among others, the following are listed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n