Just the other day, Apple surprised everyone with the announcement of the iPhone 16e, grabbing the attention of tech lovers everywhere. Staying true to form, the tech giant has also introduced the highly anticipated M4-powered MacBook Air, featuring remarkable upgrades that promise to elevate your computing experience.
The launch of the iPhone 16e marks the start of an exciting wave of innovation from Apple, and the unveiling of the MacBook Air serves as an ideal continuation. Powered by the M4 chip, this laptop is poised to redefine speed, performance, and efficiency, furthering Apple’s commitment to improving its product range.
The new MacBook Air has generated a lot of excitement. Rumours, speculations, and wish lists have circulated for months, but Apple has now unveiled a device that aims to surpass expectations. With impressive performance, affordability, and a stunning design, this new MacBook Air is set to transform the laptop market once more.
| Feature | 13-inch MacBook Air | 15-inch MacBook Air |
| Price | Starts at USD $999 | Starts at USD $1199 |
| Display | 13.6” Liquid Retina IPS LED display – 2560×1664 native resolution – 60Hz refresh rate | 15.3” Liquid Retina IPS LED display – 2880×1864 native resolution – 60Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Apple M4 Chip – Up to 10-core CPU – Up to 10-core GPU – 16-core Neural Engine | Apple M4 Chip – Up to 10-core CPU – Up to 10-core GPU – 16-core Neural Engine |
| Memory | 16GB unified memory – Configurable up to 32GB | 16GB unified memory – Configurable up to 32GB |
| Storage | 256GB SSD – Configurable up to 2TB | 256GB SSD – Configurable up to 2TB |
| Ports | MagSafe 3 charging port 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports 3.5mm headphone jack | MagSafe 3 charging port 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Battery | 53.8 watt hour LiPo Battery | 66.5 watt hour LiPo Battery |
| Measurements | 30.41 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.13 cm | 30.41 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.13 cm |
| Weight | Weight: 1.24 kg | Weight: 1.51 kg |
In addition to the new MacBook Air, Apple revealed an upgraded Mac Studio, designed for professionals. It now features last year’s M4 Max processor or, for users requiring exceptional power, the newly introduced M3 Ultra, establishing a new standard in high-performance computing.
The new Mac Studio is priced from USD $2,299 for the M4 Max model, with the M3 Ultra configuration starting at USD $4,399. For users seeking top performance, the Mac Studio can be configured to a maximum of USD $13,999, representing the pinnacle of technology.
Apple claims the M3 Ultra is the “most powerful Mac ever made.” It’s built for CPU- and GPU-intensive tasks such as 3D rendering in Blender, delivering up to twice the performance of the M4 Max in these applications. Featuring up to 32 CPU cores, 80 GPU cores, and 32 NPU cores, the M3 Ultra manages demanding workloads with ease. With the capacity to configure up to 512GB of unified memory, it exceeds the requirements of most professionals, positioning the Mac Studio among the fastest desktops available today for computational and graphical tasks.
The Studio now includes six Thunderbolt 5 ports that can reach data transfer speeds of up to 120 Gb/s. This capability is ideal for utilizing fast external storage, connecting an eGPU, or linking up to eight 6K monitors. While it might appear excessive for the average user, this impressive feature serves professionals in computational-heavy industries, where speed and connectivity are essential.
Apple has introduced design modifications, particularly relocating the power button to the back of the updated Studio. This move stands in stark contrast to the criticized positioning of the power button at the bottom of the latest Mac Mini. The revised location is intended to provide users with a more convenient and streamlined experience.
