The next MacBook Air could be one of the first Macs to include the M2 chip, according to a rumor posted by the “leaker” DylanDkt and what does he collect 9to5mac. The team would arrive in 2022 with finishes similar to those offered by the 24-inch iMac with an M1 chip.
MacBook Air with M2 chip to be announced, according to tweet published, during the first half of 2022. The leaker points out that before presenting this model, those from Cupertino will launch two new 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1X processor. This SoC will be exclusive to the Pro models and will feature significant improvements over the M1 chip. Among them, greater power or support with more than two Thunderbolt ports.
The information matches the Ming-Chi Kuo forecast. The analyst specialized in Apple confirmed that the company prepares a MacBook Air with Mini-LED screen for next year. Regarding the same model, YouTuber Jon Prosser revealed that the teams would arrive with a new design and a color palette similar to the 24-inch iMac.
Therefore, and if we gather all the rumors and leaks about the 2022 MacBook Air, the equipment will feature the M2 chip, a 13-inch Mini-LED screen and a new design with tones similar to the 24-inch iMac.
Apple could split the launch of the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
This news suggests an interesting change in the renewal schedule for Macs. If the information is true, Apple would reserve the MacBook Air for the first half of the year. The MacBook Pros, on the other hand, would arrive during the second half and would include a slightly higher processor in terms of specifications.
With Apple Silicon, the company you do not have to depend on Intel for the launch of new equipment. Therefore, and as long as there are no production problems or inconveniences that affect the manufacture of components, Apple can launch a new Mac when it sees fit. The brand also has no intention of using Intel processors, something that would lead the American manufacturer to lose market share in the coming months.
Beyond the Macbook pro Y MacBook Air, also a revamp of the 27-inch iMac is expected. There are no details confirming an upcoming release. Therefore, the update schedule for these computers might be different from that for laptops.