- The MacBook Air M4 features Apple's latest M4 chip, delivering improved performance and power efficiency for seamless multitasking.
- Optimized for efficiency, the MacBook Air M4 offers all-day battery life, making it perfect for on-the-go users.
- Apple has introduced the MacBook Air M4 at an attractive price, with pre-orders starting soon in select regions.
Apple officially announced the MacBook Air M4 with a significant performance boost, an elegant sky blue new look, and an entry price tag of only $999. Designed to deliver exceptional speed, battery life, and advanced AI capabilities, the latest MacBook Air is an important upgrade for students, professionals, and everyday users alike.
A new look with sky blue color
The MacBook Air lineup now includes a brand-new sky blue color, a metallic light blue shade that changes dynamically under different lighting conditions. This fresh hue joins the existing lineup of midnight, starlight, and silver, giving users a stylish selection to choose from. Each color option also comes with a matching MagSafe charging cable for a cohesive and premium look.
Blazing-fast performance with M4 chip:
It has Apple’s capable M4 chip at its center, which promises a huge acceleration in speed as well as efficiency. With 10-core CPU and up to 10-core GPU, M4 chip promises multitasking, content creation, and AI-assisted tasks become even smoother than before. Key performance features include:
- Up to 2x faster performance compared to the M1 MacBook Air
- 23x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air
- Up to 18 hours of battery life for all-day productivity
- Support for up to 32GB of unified memory for seamless performance
The improved Neural Engine in the M4 chip is up to three times faster than the one found in the M1 model. This makes AI-driven features like automatic photo enhancement and background noise removal significantly more efficient.
Built for Apple Intelligence and macOS Sequoia
The MacBook Air M4 is designed to leverage Apple Intelligence. This enables users to take advantage of new AI-powered features like:
- Image Playground: Create visually stunning content effortlessly.
- Genmoji: Customize and generate expressive emojis.
- Writing Tools: Enhance written content with AI-assisted improvements.
- Advanced Siri Integration: Improved voice and text interactions with seamless ChatGPT access.
With macOS Sequoia, users also gain access to features like iPhone Mirroring, enhanced Safari capabilities, and a dedicated Passwords app for secure credential management.
Enhanced camera and display support
Apple has upgraded the MacBook Air’s camera system with a 12MP Center Stage front camera, ensuring high-quality video calls that automatically adjust framing as users move. Additionally, the MacBook Air M4 now supports up to two external 6K displays alongside its vibrant Liquid Retina display, making it perfect for multitaskers and professionals who need expanded screen real estate.
Apple has also improved the MacBook Air camera system with a 12MP Center Stage front camera. This offers excellent video calls that automatically adjust the framing when users move around. The MacBook Air M4 also supports a maximum of two external 6K displays in addition to its beautiful Liquid Retina display. This makes it ideal for multitaskers and professionals who require extra screen space.
Designed for portability and productivity
Staying true to its lightweight and durable design, the MacBook Air M4 continues to offer a fanless aluminum unibody enclosure, available in both 13-inch and 15-inch models. Other standout features include:
- Touch ID security for seamless unlocking and authentication.
- MagSafe charging and two Thunderbolt ports for versatile connectivity.
- A three-mic array and immersive sound system with Spatial Audio support.
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for high-speed wireless connectivity.
Sustainability and environmental commitment
Apple has made its sustainability pledge even stronger with the MacBook Air M4, using more than 55% recycled components, including 100% recycled aluminum, rare earth materials, cobalt, and lithium. The packaging is also completely fiber-based, bringing Apple closer towards becoming a plastic-free packaging company by 2025.
Pricing and availability
The MacBook Air M4 starts at just $999, making it $100 more affordable than the previous model. Education pricing brings it down to $899, making it an excellent choice for students. Both the 13-inch and 15-inch models are available for pre-order today, with official availability starting March 12, 2025.
