In the first half of 2027, Apple is planning to update their MacBook Air. New processor and more memory would be added to the line up for entry-level laptops. The update is important because of the performance boost it brings to students and everyday users who use the laptop for basic tasks. If a user is buying a laptop to get an affordable deal, there will be a difference in value when the new MacBook Air is released.
A19 Pro chip and 12GB base memory upgrade expected in first half of 2027
The second generation MacBook Air which is being speculated could have Apple A19 Pro processor. A19 Pro processor is a departure from M-series of processors on previous models. While the thin and fanless design continues, the device will have the A19 Pro processor.
Specifications
- Processor: A19 Pro
- Base Memory: 12GB
- Base Price: $599
- Release Window: First half of 2027
The minimum memory on new MacBook Air will be upgraded from 8GB to 12GB. The upgrade would benefit the users who want to open multiple applications at once. There might be new colors added in the line up apart from Silver, Blush, Citrus and Indigo.
Apple's plans do not involve adding a touchscreen to the device. This is according to reports from Bloomberg and Mark Gurman. Apple is likely to not add a touchscreen which is their norm with MacBooks. The starting price of the device is expected to be more than the first generation's launch price of $599, it may be around $699.
In our earlier article we discussed Apple MacBook Pro getting M6 chip with 2nm process. This gives us a bigger picture of Apple's chip strategy. Compared to Pro, this new Air will have significant performance uplift. So there will be Air in the market as an option for performance driven customers without the Pro features.
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