Apple has announced a new MacBook Air, equipped with the company's M4 chip . The new device comes with improved performance , while maintaining its familiar design. It's worth noting that Apple's M4 chip is the latest addition to its M chip lineup .
The MacBook Air comes in two sizes: 13-inch and 15-inch. The 13-inch model starts at $999. Pre-orders begin today, and shipping will begin next Wednesday, March 12.
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The base configuration retains the 16GB of RAMfound in last year's model. This means the base MacBook Air M4 still meets the minimum requirements for Apple Intelligence. Customers can upgrade the onboard memory (to 32GB) at the time of purchase.
Previous MacBook Air models had two Thunderbolt 3 ports. On the new laptop, Apple is bringing two Thunderbolt 4 ports . With these ports, you can connect up to two external displays and keep the built-in display working . There's also a MagSafe 3 charging port and a classic 3.5mm headphone jack
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The webcam has been upgraded and now supports Center Stage, a feature that places the person speaking in the center of the frame.
The new MacBook Air with M4 comes in four colors: sky blue, midnight, starlight, and silver.
Even though there are more powerful computers, such as the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air is still one of the best-selling due to its good balance between performance and price. The upgrade with the M4 chip is not a radical change, but it is likely to maintain strong sales of the MacBook Air.
Apple first introduced the M4 chip with the iPad Pro in May 2024. Over the past year, the company has gradually transitioned its product line to the M4 chip, with the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and iMac now featuring M4 chips.
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The introduction of the new MacBook Air marks a significant step forward in innovation, accessibility and inclusion in the world of artificial intelligence . With Apple Intelligence capabilities and powerful features, the new MacBook is a game-changer in the laptop industry. This device is not just another new release, but a testament to Apple’s dedication to continually pushing the boundaries and setting the standard for what we can expect from MacBooks in the future.
Source: techcrunch.com
