Apple Unveils New MacBook Air with M4 Chip, Sky Blue Color, and Lower Starting Price
Apple Unveils New MacBook Air with M4 Chip
On March 5, 2025, Apple announced the latest addition to its iconic MacBook Air lineup, featuring the groundbreaking M4 chip, a stunning new sky blue color, and a more affordable starting price of $999. This new model reinforces the MacBook Air’s position as the world’s most popular laptop, offering unparalleled performance, portability, and value.
Powerful Performance with the M4 Chip
The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple’s M4 chip, which delivers a significant performance boost over its predecessors. With a 10-core CPU, up to a 10-core GPU, and support for up to 32GB of unified memory, the M4 chip makes multitasking, photo editing, video rendering, and gaming faster and smoother than ever. Compared to the M1 model, the M4 chip offers up to 2x faster performance, and it outperforms Intel-based MacBook Air models by up to 23x. Additionally, the Neural Engine in the M4 chip accelerates AI-based tasks, making it ideal for creative professionals and everyday users alike.
Stunning Design and Features
The MacBook Air retains its signature thin and light design, now available in a beautiful new sky blue color that joins the existing midnight, starlight, and silver options. The laptop features a 12MP Center Stage camera with improved video quality, perfect for video calls and creative projects. It also supports Desk View, which simultaneously shows the user and a top-down view of their desk, making it ideal for presentations or DIY tutorials.
Enhanced Productivity and Connectivity
With support for up to two 6K external displays, the MacBook Air is perfect for multitasking and productivity. The 13.6-inch and 15.3-inch Liquid Retina displays offer vibrant colors and sharp details, while the Magic Keyboard and Touch ID provide a seamless and secure user experience. The laptop also includes fast Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and MagSafe charging for added convenience.
Built for Apple Intelligence
The MacBook Air is designed to take full advantage of Apple Intelligence, enabling features like Image Playground, Genmoji, and Writing Tools. With Siri improvements and ChatGPT integration, users can accomplish tasks faster and more efficiently. Privacy remains a top priority, with on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute ensuring user data is protected.
Eco-Friendly and Affordable
Apple continues its commitment to sustainability, with the MacBook Air featuring over 55% recycled materials, including 100% recycled aluminum and rare earth elements. The packaging is entirely fiber-based, aligning with Apple’s goal to eliminate plastic by 2025. Starting at $999 ($899 for education), the new MacBook Air offers incredible value for students, professionals, and creatives.
Pre-orders for the new MacBook Air begin today, with availability starting March 12, 2025. Visit apple.com/mac for more details.
MacBook Air M4 Pricing Details
Apple Introduces New MacBook Air with M4 Chip
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | March 5, 2025 |
| Starting Price | $999 ($899 for education) |
| Processor | M4 Chip (10-core CPU, up to 10-core GPU) |
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours |
| Camera | 12MP Center Stage with Desk View |
| Display Support | Up to two 6K external displays |
| Colors | Sky Blue, Midnight, Starlight, Silver |
| Memory | 16GB starting unified memory |
| Operating System | macOS Sequoia with Apple Intelligence |
| Pre-order Availability | Starting March 5, 2025 |
| Shipping Date | March 12, 2025 |