A:AnswerTo power off your M4 MacBook Pro, click the Apple Menu () > Shut Down. Closing the lid only puts the Mac to sleep. To turn it back on, open the lid, press any key, or press the Touch ID/power button.
A:AnswerYes — it can run After Effects, but how well it handles it depends on what kind of projects you’re doing and for how long. Easy stuff runs pretty smoothly — layers, simple effects, 2D animations, basic animation work feels responsive.
A:AnswerI have no idea, but I do love the color! I didn't know if I would like it but I do. I have never scratched my other Macs nor have I scratched this one, nor have I ever scratched any of my iPhones or iPads to test the color underneath. I think they are well made.