# Apple Kills 256GB Mac Mini Base Model

URL: https://technosports.co.in/apple-kills-256gb-mac-mini-base-model/  
Published: 2026-06-19  
Updated: 2026-06-19  
Author: Rahul Roy

Apple has axed the 256GB Mac Mini, making 512GB the new baseline. Global memory shortages, fueled by AI-driven demand, forced this massive price hike. With the entry point now at $799, the budget-friendly era for Mac desktops is officially over. Is the extra storage worth the premium, or is Apple pushing buyers toward pricier laptops? The desktop landscape has shifted permanently.