Display industry analyst Ross Young has indicated that panel shipments for the upcoming MacBook Air M4 are expected to begin in October, as reported by MacRumors.
Further confirmation from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that Apple’s launch of the MacBook Air M4 is anticipated in the first quarter of 2025.
Mark Gurman also corroborates the expected release timeline for the new MacBook Air in Q1 next year https://t.co/PeiR2WLHDN https://t.co/05qJCCon29
— Mark Gurman (@markgurman) September 19, 2024
While these predictions are based on industry analysis and observation, it’s important to note that plans can change, potentially affecting the accuracy of these estimates.
In addition to the MacBook Air, there are also reports of panel shipments for a low-end 10.9-inch iPad, hinting at a delayed release compared to initial expectations.
Looking ahead, Apple is rumored to update its entire Mac lineup with M4 chips by the end of 2025, aligning all products with the same chip generation.
Speculation surrounds potential RAM upgrades for the MacBook Air, with discussions suggesting a possible increase to 16GB minimum, following similar changes in the MacBook Pro lineup.
Concerns over minimal RAM capacity impacting performance and longevity are highlighted, as users may face limitations with resource-intensive tasks on lower RAM configurations.
As the tech world awaits official announcements, the upcoming refreshes for the MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, and iPad mini are anticipated to be unveiled next month, providing further clarity on Apple’s product roadmap.
