Apple iMac Pro: Seven Years Later, Its Legacy and Future Remain Unclear

Launched in 2017 as Apple's most powerful Mac, the iMac Pro was discontinued in 2021, and speculation about a revival continues without confirmation.

The iMac Pro debuted on December 14, 2017, featuring Intel Xeon processors, a 5K Retina display, and a starting price of $4,999.
Positioned as a stop-gap for professional users, it bridged the gap between the 2013 'trash can' Mac Pro and the 2019 modular Mac Pro.
Apple discontinued the iMac Pro in March 2021, citing limited configurability and competition from newer products like the Mac Studio and Studio Display.
Speculation about a potential iMac Pro revival persists, with rumors of a larger-screened professional iMac possibly launching in 2025, though no official confirmation exists.
Apple’s transition to Apple Silicon and the success of affordable, high-performance Macs like the M4 Mac mini have further complicated the iMac Pro’s viability.