Apple to launch M4 MacBook Air soon: Mark Gurman

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M3 MacBook Air, which boosted the base configuration from 8GB to 16GB. The M4 MacBook Air is also rumoured to feature a 12MP Centre Stage camera with Desk View support, replacing the current 1080p FaceTime HD camera, catering to modern productivity needs.After the release of the M4 MacBook Air, Apple’s attention is expected to shift towards updating its high-performance desktop range, including the Mac Studio and Mac Pro.

Reports suggest that the new Mac Studio, originally speculated for early 2025, will instead launch between March and June. It is tipped to feature either the M4 Ultra or M4 Max processors, promising a significant performance uplift.The upcoming Mac Studio is also likely to introduce Thunderbolt 5 ports, delivering faster data transfer rates and enhanced connectivity, ideal for professionals requiring top-tier performance.Later in the year, Apple is expected to unveil its revamped Mac Pro.

Skipping the M3 generation altogether, the next Mac Pro will reportedly leap straight to the M4 Ultra chip, internally codenamed “Hydra." This powerhouse processor is rumoured to sport up to 32 CPU cores and 80 GPU cores, potentially doubling the capabilities of the current M4 Max. The Mac Pro is also tipped to support up to 512GB of unified memory, a dramatic increase over its current 192GB limit.