Apple, the technology leader based in Cupertino, is anticipated to unveil its next MacBook Air featuring the M4 chipset in 2025. The company introduced the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models equipped with the M3 SoC in March 2024. As we approach the upcoming year, Apple is set to release a variety of devices, including the iPhone 17 Series, a new range of MacBooks, iMacs, iPads, and smart home products. Following the launch of the first iPad Pro powered by the M4 in May 2024, reports suggest that the MacBook Air with the M4 chipset will be announced in 2025, with some of its specifications already rumored.
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Apple MacBook Air M4: Launch date
The M3 MacBook Air was introduced on March 4, 2024, but it appears that the timeline for the M4 MacBook Air is advancing, with an anticipated release in early 2025. According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple is expected to unveil new MacBook models between January and March 2025, indicating that details about the M4-powered MacBook Air will be available soon.
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Apple MacBook Air M4: Expected features
Recent reports indicate that the forthcoming Apple MacBook Air will feature the M4 chipset, which is also utilized in several devices, including the latest iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and iMac. This chipset boasts a 10-core CPU, a 10-core GPU, and a Neural engine designed to improve the overall artificial intelligence experience.
The forthcoming MacBook Air is anticipated to retain the design introduced with the 2024 model. Apple is likely to commence production of the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBooks, identified by the codenames J713 and J714. It appears that the company will adopt the design elements from the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro released in 2021, indicating that the new MacBook will not undergo a redesign.
The Apple MacBook Air, equipped with the M4 chip, is expected to feature 16GB of RAM and enhanced Apple Intelligence. It may also include a four-speaker audio system along with MagSafe technology for wireless charging. This new model could offer an impressive 23 hours of battery life, an improvement over the 18 hours provided by the MacBook Air with the M3 chip.
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Apple MacBook Air M4: Indian pricing
Rumors claim that the upcoming MacBook Air will be priced at around Rs. 1,14,900 in India. However, to know the actual pricing, we will have to wait until the official launch happens.
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