Considering a MacBook Air purchase? It might be wise to wait until next month. Image: Apple/Cult of Mac
Apple Prepares for M4 MacBook Air Launch in March
According to reports, Apple’s new lineup featuring the M4 chip is expected to be unveiled in March. The tech giant appears to be finalizing its marketing and sales strategies ahead of this highly anticipated launch.
M3 Stocks Dwindle as Customers Anticipate New Releases
The existing stock of M3 MacBook Air models is rapidly depleting, with most retailers experiencing limited availability. This trend has created an air of anticipation around the incoming releases.
In May 2024, Apple introduced its revolutionary M4 chip alongside the latest iPad Pro models. Built on TSMC’s innovative 3nm process technology, this chip signifies a considerable leap in both performance and energy efficiency compared to earlier generations of M-series processors. Following its initial launch with iPads, the M4 processor made its way into various devices including revised versions of the MacBook Pro, iMac, and updated Mac mini by late October.
The Thinnest and Lightest: Expectations for the Upcoming Model
The upcoming introduction of the M-series chip into Apple’s sleekest laptop range—the MacBook Air—has sparked rumors regarding a possible early 2025 release date for these new models.
Expanded Memory Options Likely for High-End Models
With Apple setting 16GB RAM as standard even for current-generation M3 models, it is anticipated that premium configurations of the forthcoming M4 MacBook Air will offer up to 24GB memory options.
Similar to how it announced new products like the iPhone 16e through press releases, it’s likely that Apple will take this approach with announcing the new generation of Macs as well.
M4 Chip: The Highlight of This Refresh Cycle
The design aesthetic of the next-gen Mackbook Airs may not undergo dramatic changes; instead, this refresh seems dedicated primarily towards optimizing performance through advancements introduced by the new processor. With enhanced efficiency metrics associated with these chips, users can expect a substantial boost in battery longevity as well.
A Smooth Integration with Software Updates Upon Release
An exciting aspect accompanying their launch includes compatibility enhancements from macOS Sequoia version 15.4 set for release alongside other updates expected in April; newly launched devices will operate on macOS Sequoia version 15.3 straight out-of-the-box.
