The MacBook Air is one of Apple’s most iconic laptops, and the current one, with the powerful M3 processor, one of the best value for money that the Californian firm has launched. The new generation, with the M4 chip, will be one of the first launches of 2025 and promises to take efficiency and performance to another level.
We tell you all the features, although not yet official, that the Cupertino company’s new laptop will have.
M4 chip with more battery and more RAM
The new MacBook Air will be powered by Apple’s new M4 chip, known for its incredible energy efficiency, and will bring significant improvements to the battery life of the MacBook Air. It has already been shown that in other devices that mount this processor, such as the iPad Pro with M4 or the MacBook Pro M4, that the hours of use are increased without sacrificing performance at all, which is also immaculate.
Regarding the aesthetic section, no major changes are expected in the design of the 2025 MacBook Air. All efforts will be focused on the increase in the battery mentioned above, in order to translate into several additional hours of work and entertainment, which It makes it ideal for those who work outside the home and do not want to depend on the charger.
Apple surprised with the first devices equipped with the M4 chip by establishing the 16 GB RAM as standard. Now, this change will also come to the MacBook Air, leaving behind models with 8 GB base configurations.
But the good news doesn’t stop there: the MacBook Air M4 will offer a configuration option with up to 32GB RAMa 33% increase from the current maximum of 24GB. This upgrade will especially appeal to professionals who need a lightweight, yet powerful laptop to handle demanding tasks like video editing or graphic design.
On the other hand, for years, the MacBook Air was limited to supporting a single external monitor, a restriction that pushed many users to opt for the MacBook Pro. However, with the M4, Apple will leave this limitation behind.
Improvements in connectivity and camera
The new model will allow use two external displays simultaneously without having to close the laptop lid, something that is already possible on the MacBook Pro M4. This advancement will make the MacBook Air a much more versatile option for those working with multitasking setups.
The MacBook Air’s front camera has always been one of its weak points, but this is about to change. Apple will include a camera 12 MP with Center Stage technologywhich follows your movements during video calls and always keeps you focused on the image.
In addition, it will have the Desk View function, ideal for showing both your face and the desktop during broadcasts or virtual meetings. This improvement will make video calls much more dynamic and professional, and they will be able to see what you are showing at your table, as if you had a camera placed above you.
Although it has not yet been officially confirmed, it is very likely that Apple will offer a nanotexture screen option on the new MacBook Air. This treatment, designed to reduce reflections and improve visibility in bright environments, is now available on devices such as the iMac and MacBook Pro M4.
