Apple Planning New MacBook and iMac Launches for Late Spring and Summer

According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing for a new wave of Macs to be launched between late spring and summer this year. The tech giant is expected to introduce a new 15-inch MacBook Air, a new 13-inch MacBook Air, and a new 24-inch iMac that could be powered by its upcoming M3 chip.

New 15-inch MacBook Air

The expected 15-inch MacBook Air will be the first Apple product in that category. Apple’s laptops that are consumer-focused, whether from the old PowerPC iBook to the first Intel MacBook, or to the current MacBook Air, all range between 11 and 13 inches. While PowerBook and MacBook Pro models range from 15 to 17 inches but require a step up in CPU and GPU power that drives the price up, Apple will introduce a larger-screened laptop while retaining the consumer-focused aspect with a lower cost than MacBook Pro.

New 13-inch MacBook Air

There are not many details about the new 13-inch MacBook Air yet. However, it is believed to come with an M3 chip, and it could launch in late spring or summer this year. The new MacBook model is expected to have an updated design and deliver a significant performance boost.

Next-generation M3 chip

The next-gen M3 chip is said to be more powerful than the current M1, which was introduced last year in the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini. The M3 chip will use a 5-nanometer process node and is expected to deliver better performance and energy efficiency, enabling a thinner and lighter design for the devices it will be used in.

New 24-inch iMac

The new 24-inch iMac is expected to be the first of Apple’s Macs to run on the M3 chip. It could replace the current 21.5-inch entry-level iMac that runs on the Intel processor. Apart from the new processor, the new iMac is also expected to come with a refreshed design and a bigger screen than its current counterpart.

New Mac Pro refresh

In addition to the new MacBook and iMac releases, Apple is reportedly preparing a new Mac Pro refresh that will complete its transition from Intel’s CPUs and AMD’s GPUs to Apple Silicon. With this release, the new Mac Pro will finally be powered by Apple’s in-house M1 chip.

Conclusion

Apple’s upcoming new MacBook and iMac models are highly anticipated by Apple fans, as the tech giant continues to make strides in its drive to move all its devices to its homegrown processors. The new devices will offer better performance and energy efficiency, and a refreshed design, with the MacBook Air’s larger-screened option and the potential return of the 24-inch iMac.

Q: When will the new MacBook and iMac models be released?

A: The new MacBook Air, 24-inch iMac, and Mac Pro are expected to be released between Late Spring and Summer this year. An exact date is yet to be announced by Apple.

Q: Will the new MacBook Air be cheaper than the MacBook Pro?

A: Yes, the new MacBook Air is expected to be cheaper than the MacBook Pro, as it is consumer-focused, with a larger 15-inch screen that costs less than the MacBook Pro.

Q: What are the expected improvements for the new MacBook Air and iMac?

A: The new MacBook Air and iMac are expected to come with Apple’s upcoming M3 chip, which is expected to be more powerful than the current M1, offering better performance and energy efficiency. The new 24-inch iMac is also expected to feature a refreshed design and bigger screen size than its predecessor.

Q: Will the new MacBook Air and iMac be compatible with previous Apple software?

A: Yes, the new MacBook Air and iMac will both be compatible with previous Apple software, just like all other Apple devices.

Q: How much will the new MacBook Air, iMac, and Mac Pro cost?

A: There is no official pricing announced for any of these devices yet. However, the new MacBook Air is expected to be cheaper than the MacBook Pro, and the new iMac is rumored to come with a redesigned case and bigger screen, which could increase its price over the current model.