Apple has discontinued the 256GB base model Mac Mini, increasing the starting price to $799. The new entry-level configuration now comes with 512GB of storage. This change effectively raises the minimum cost of entry for Mac Mini users. AI
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IMPACT Minimal impact on AI operators; this is a hardware configuration change for a consumer device.
RANK_REASON Product change that alters pricing and base configuration, but is not a new product release or major industry shift.