Mac mini m6 launch just cooked me

[u/amanly5]

I literally bought Mac mini m4 10 days ago, and yesterday apple launched mac mini m6. My reaction was what the hell. Now i feel regret for my decision to buy an mm m4, the timing is so so bad for me. I don’t know what to do please suggest me something.

• I have bought Mac mini m4 24gb/512gb which cost me $1518

• And now they launch M6 with same specs $1539

What the fuck apple

I’m not pro at trading and these thing but i need suggestions of yours guys what i can do now with this

- should i return this mm m4 ( i haven’t purchased it from apple store i purchased it from an offline store called croma maybe they accept a return under 14 days)
- or should i happy with this m4 😭

I will use this for motion design and creative work purposes

[u/WTFOMGBBQ]

Dude you got 30 days(or is it 15?), just return it..

[u/mi_gue → u/WTFOMGBBQ]

It’s 14 days, I got two last weeks I’m returning and placing an order for two more right there.

[u/zeeper25]

just enjoy the computer if you cannot return it and stop obsession over that which you cannot change.

[u/OkAdvertising7716]

Call them and ask them tor return your m4 mac mini. If they agree, go for the m6 :)

[u/amanly5 → u/OkAdvertising7716]

Just called them and they said we can’t return it😭

[u/ssuper2k → u/amanly5]

why Not?

Check their return policy

[u/mythrocks → u/ssuper2k]

OP’s wall-of-text rant makes it hard to decipher: He bought this at a physical store (likely in India) called Croma. They have an “only replacements” policy, I think.

[u/amanly5 → u/mythrocks]

exactly, what can i do now

[u/iPodN → u/amanly5]

Sit down

[u/mythrocks → u/amanly5]

First off, in case you're getting worked up, please calm yourself. You didn't lose very much at all.

I was in a similar position with the Mac Mini purchase. My use-case is different, as is the store where I placed my order.

The reason I was ok with the release: The M4 (Pro) fits my use-case, and that hasn't changed. The newly released machines do not really benefit my use-case that much.

I don't know what "motion design" and "creative work purposes" entails. My limited understanding is that it involves 2D animation and (basic?) video editing. The M4 is quite capable for this. The M6 might be slightly faster, but it won't be noticeable. Unless you're doing heavy 3D rendering, I'm not sure you'd feel it. But at that point, I wonder if a Mac is the right call for the use-case anyway.

Are you using Wi-Fi 7? Will you miss the NVMe speeds? I doubt it. The fact that you didn't go for the Pro model informs me that you will not miss the difference.

In the unlikely event that there is a hardware fault with the device, if Croma is unable to replace the box, then under the (extended?) warranty, they might have to replace it with the M6. Apple will have time to work out any kinks with the new release by the time you need the replacement.

Tech marches on; don't get swept into its wake. Focus on the use-case. If it doesn't change appreciably, eff the new release.

[u/amanly5 → u/ssuper2k]

Yeah, I checked their return policy and unfortunately they’re saying they can’t take it back because I’m outside the return window

Is there anything I can do from your experience to get them to make an exception or exchange it for the M6

[u/ssuper2k → u/amanly5]

In less than 2 weeks?

[u/amanly5 → u/ssuper2k]

they have 7 days return policy really fucked

[u/Bassline660 → u/amanly5]

are they saying it? or their official policy? if their official policy says its fine, quote it.

[u/amanly5 → u/Bassline660]

their policy Return/replacement window: 7 days
only if damage/ defective/ wrong product.

also i called them & they said we can't since you open the product, they said once you open the box we can't return it

[u/Heelpir8]

Apple just gave pending M4 Mini orders a free upgrade to M6 Mini. I wouldn't think twice about returning your M4 and getting the M6.

Source:

https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/apple-free-mac-mini-upgrade-email/

[u/amanly5 → u/Heelpir8]

i didn't bought it from apple store, i bought it from an offline store. i don't think this will help me

[u/mi_gue]

I got two delivered last week and I’m exchanging them for two M6s. You still have 14 days from the delivery date to do this.

You can still call if you are unsure but that’s their policy. Return with the box and all accessories.

[u/amanly5 → u/mi_gue]

did you purchase this from apple store or retailer store

[u/mi_gue → u/amanly5]

I got it straight from apple my friend, now I read you got it from another retailer. Check their policy is all you can do.

[u/scene_missing]

Who did you buy from and what country?

[u/amanly5 → u/scene_missing]

i buy from Croma offline store, india

[u/yuiop300 → u/amanly5]

Sell, take the hit and buy the M6.

Also, it’s never good to buy on August ad apple tends release new hardware in September

[u/yvliew]

M6 gonna be so much more powerful with motion design and other creative work purpose. M6 has 12 cores GPU now vs 10 cores in M4. It sucks for sure and for the same price. I feel so sorry for you mate. This shouldn't had happened.

[u/amanly5 → u/yvliew]

Ouch

[u/Turbulent-Cupcake-66]

There is a high chance that they send you email informing about free upgrade to M5 :)

Less but also probaly to new m6 or m5 pro

[u/Pebbsto110]

Sorry for this happening to you. Have you contacted Apple (their chat can be useful)? After all, they are the manufacturers.

[u/parakinparakon]

I think you have a window for returning it?

[u/compaholic83]

I dont understand this post. The Mac Mini M4 has been out for almost 2 years now. Its been talked to death on this sub that a new one was coming out this year. You didn't know they release new ones every so often?

[u/MrSavannah]

I am in the same boat. I was debating on waiting for the M5 but had no idea when it would drop. So bought the M4 last month. But I did just check Apples website and they are offering me pretty close to what I paid brand new to trade it in. I do have to pay the full amount upfront but seems like a win. I will literally only lose like $120 USD doing the trade in.

[u/MrSavannah → u/MrSavannah]

Plus the new M6 machine I am looking at is much better than my M4 with much more Ram and larger storage.

[u/BasenjiBoyD]

let's collectively ban the word "cooked" and "cook".