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Apple’s MacBook Air Soars Higher with M4 Chip and Sleek Sky Blue Hue

Nick PapanikolopoulosMarch 5, 2025

Apple has unveiled the latest iteration of its MacBook Air, introducing significant enhancements that blend performance, aesthetics, and value. The new models are equipped with the advanced M4 chip, boast a refreshed Sky Blue color option, and come with a $100 price reduction, making premium computing more accessible.

More Power with the M4 Chip

At the heart of the new MacBook Air lies Apple’s cutting-edge M4 chip, a 10-core CPU paired with either an 8-core or 10-core GPU, depending on the configuration. This upgrade delivers substantial performance improvements over its predecessors. Users can expect up to 1.6 times faster performance in applications like Excel, and double the speed in iMovie and Adobe Photoshop compared to the M1 models.

Additionally, the M4 chip enhances external display support, allowing the MacBook Air to connect to up to two 6K external displays at 60Hz, a notable improvement from the previous generation’s single display support.

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A Stylish New Look: Sky Blue

Apple has added a new Sky Blue color to the MacBook Air lineup. This metallic shade shifts dynamically under light, adding a premium touch. It joins the existing Midnight, Starlight, and Silver options, giving users more ways to personalize their devices.

Upgraded Camera for Better Video Calls

The new MacBook Air now includes a 12MP Center Stage front camera, previously found in MacBook Pro models. This camera produces sharper images while maintaining 1080p video quality. The ultra-wide lens enables the Center Stage feature, which keeps users centered in the frame even as they move. It also includes Desk View, a feature that captures both the user and an adjusted view of their workspace.

Refined Design, Same Great Experience

While the overall design remains the same, Apple has made a subtle improvement to battery capacity. The new model features a slightly larger 53.8Wh battery (compared to 52.6Wh in the previous version), though battery life remains unchanged. Otherwise, it retains the same display, keyboard, trackpad, memory, and storage options.

Lower Prices and Availability

Apple has made the MacBook Air even more appealing by lowering the starting price by $100. The 13-inch model now starts at $999, while the 15-inch version is available for $1,199. Pre-orders are open now, with official shipping starting on March 12.

With its upgraded performance, sleek new color, and better pricing, the latest MacBook Air continues to solidify its place as one of the best ultrabooks on the market.

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Nick Papanikolopoulos
Nick’s journey into the world of technology began back in 1997 with his first mobile device, a Philips Twist—a quirky phone that ignited a lifelong passion for all things mobile. With a career spanning over 25 years in the Mobile Technology sector and countless hours of experience in news editing, scripting, and tech reviews, Nick now serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Gizchina, one of the most influential platforms in global technology journalism.
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