The Primary Enhancements in the New MacBook Air Might Predominantly Involve Cosmetic Changes
With Apple's "Peek performance" event on the horizon, we had hopes, albeit slim, that the tech giant would unveil a new MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, successors to the 2020 models. Sadly, Tim Cook graced us with a new iPhone SE, iPad Air, Mac Studio, and the Studio Display instead. But fret not, as reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports via 9to5Mac that the next MacBook Air is slated for mass production in the latter half of Q2 or Q3.
Now, let's dive into the juicy bits. According to Kuo, the MacBook Air will undergo a radical transformation, sporting an "all-new" form factor and a wider array of color options. While the specifics remain a well-guarded secret, speculations run wild with possibilities such as slimmer bezels, the introduction of a notch (cringe), or a reimagined design of edges and corners.
However, a move away from the traditional clamshell design seems unlikely. Seriously, Apple, who's asking for a 2-in-1 MacBook? As for the color palette, the iMac's bright seven-hue rainbow is a tantalizing precedent, so green, blue, yellow, orange, pink, purple, and silver might just become the new norm.
On the downside, Kuo shares that the MacBook Pro will continue to utilize the M1 chip, denying us the much-desired leap to the long-awaited M2. To add to the disappointment, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman previously suggested that the revamped MacBook Air would sport an M2 chip. But fear not, an upgraded M1 isn't entirely off the table.
As it stands, the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 13 share the same U.S. currency-worthy pricetags, processors, and port options, giving Apple a prime opportunity to differentiate the two with a hefty M2 upgrade. Surprisingly enough, neither the Air nor the Pro is rumored to get the mini-LED displays that the MacBook Pro 14 and 16 enjoy.
In summary, while the upcoming MacBook Air and MacBook Pro might not be as groundbreaking as we'd hoped, the delicious tidbits shared by Kuo and Gurman give us something tantalizing to look forward to in the future!
Following the disappointing announcement of new Apple devices at the "Peek performance" event, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo hints at a revamped MacBook Air with an "all-new" design and a wider color palette, possibly including hues like green, blue, yellow, orange, pink, purple, and silver. Interestingly, Kuo suggests that the MacBook Pro will continue to use the M1 chip, contradicting previous speculations of an M2 upgrade. Despite this, there are indications that an upgraded M1 could still be a possibility for the MacBook Air.
