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New MacBooks are coming, but they aren’t worth waiting for

The M3 MacBook Air is reportedly on the way, but you probably don't need to worry about waiting for it.
The MacBook Air on a table in front of a window.

Macs may finally be moving on from 2020

A new report claims Apple is about to kill off the M1 MacBook Air once and for all. That’s a good thing, but the outlook isn’t entirely positive for Mac fans.
Two iPad Pro tablets next to each other against a black background. Both have Apple's Magic Keyboard case.

iPad Pro vs. MacBook Air: It’s closer than you’d think

Should you buy an iPad Pro or a MacBook Air? There’s a lot to consider, and each one has its strengths. Read our guide, though, and things will become clearer.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

I’m finally ready to stop recommending Apple’s cheapest MacBook

I’ve recommended the M1 MacBook Air for years, but that’s no longer the case. Which Apple laptop should you get instead, and why have I changed my mind?
A stack of MacBooks is pictured from the top down.

Why the MacBook Air is still stuck on the M2

For now, we'll have to wait until the MacBook Air gets updated with the M3. Here's why.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air placed on a desk.

Why it’s still a good time to buy an M2 MacBook Air

It's still a good time to buy the M2 MacBook Air, even with the M3 update waiting in the wings.
Apple CEO Tim Cook looks at a display of brand new redesigned MacBook Air laptop during the WWDC22

Apple’s big M3 MacBook event could be in danger

Apple could make a bitterly disappointing decision regarding its M3 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro this year, despite them coming with its best chip in years.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air placed on a desk.

Apple’s serious miscalculation with the 15-inch MacBook Air

15-inch MacBook Air sales are slow enough that Apple significantly cut orders, suggesting shoppers aren't impressed with a bigger, heavier Air.
The lid of Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air seem from above.

MacBook Air 15-inch vs. MacBook Air 13-inch: which to buy

The new MacBook Air 15 is likely to perform similarly to the smaller MacBook Pro 13, with comparable display quality. So the choice comes down entirely to size.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air placed on a desk.

Intel chips held back the 15-inch MacBook Air, Apple says

Apple has claimed the 15-inch MacBook Air might not exist if it wasn’t for its own Apple silicon chips, in an apparent jab at Intel’s past processor efforts.
Apple's John Ternus stands next to an image of the 15-inch MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

Major leak reveals every secret Mac Apple is working on

Apple jealously guards its secret upcoming products, but a new report has revealed everything it’s working on -- including a new version of a long-dead Mac.
A stack of MacBooks is pictured from the top down.

There’s a MacBook that Apple has no right to continue selling

Apple has a brand new 15-inch MacBook Air, and yet, it's still selling a much worse MacBook for the same price.
Apple's John Ternus stands next to an image of the 15-inch MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

There’s great news if you want to buy Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air

Despite skepticism over whether the 15-inch MacBook Air is worth your cash, new testing shows a whole bunch of ways it outperforms Apple’s 13-inch model.
15-inch MacBook Air shown at WWDC 2023.

The 15-inch MacBook Air repeats one of Apple’s worst mistakes

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air comes with a familiar problem that proves Apple still hasn’t learned from its past mistakes. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air on a desk, with macOS Sonoma running on its display.

Apple’s next MacBook Air could be a huge step forward

The 15-inch MacBook Air has only just come to light, but Apple is already working on a next-generation upgrade with an M3 chip -- and it may change everything.
Apple's M2 MacBook Air is super thin and light.

MacBook Air 15-inch: price, release date, battery life, and more

The MacBook Air 15 is official, and it's coming soon. Here's everything you need to know about pricing, release date, performance, and more.
15-inch MacBook Air shown at WWDC 2023.

The biggest Mac announcement at WWDC was about the old MacBook Air

Apple revealed a ton of new Macs at WWDC 2023, but an update on the old MacBook Air M2 flew under the radar.
15-inch MacBook Air shown at WWDC 2023.

Apple’s new 15-inch MacBook Air is bigger, but not necessarily better

Apple has launched a 15-inch MacBook Air, partnering it up with the existing 13-inch model and making it the latest addition to Apple’s bustling laptop lineup.
The keyboard of the MacBook Air.

Why Apple’s next MacBook already feels like a disappointment

A 15-inch MacBook Air is rumored to launch at WWDC 2023, but don't get too excited.
A MacBook Air on a desk with an open book in front of it.

The next MacBook Air could come with a major disappointment

Two new versions of the MacBook Air are just around the corner, but a new leak suggests they could come with a sizeable disappointment when they launch.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 laptop propped up at an angle on a desk.

Your next MacBook Air could be even faster than expected

Two fresh rumors have asserted Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air may have a more powerful chip and a sooner release date than expected. That’s exciting if it’s correct.
An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

Hoping for an OLED MacBook Pro? We’ve got some bad news

Apple’s MacBook Pro might not get an OLED screen until 2026, which could put it behind rival laptops. Strangely, the MacBook Air might get an OLED panel first.
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From click wheels to trackpads, these are the best Apple designs of all time

Apple has had its fair share of superb designs over the years, but what are its greatest hits? Here, we’ve grouped all the best designs Apple has ever created.
The screen of the MacBook Air M2.

Apple could be working on a secret OLED MacBook Air

Apple is busy working on an OLED MacBook Air in a move that could help its laptop displays outshine the competition, according to a new industry report.
A student types at a desk on a pink Apple iMac 24-inch M1 desktop computer.

A new iMac and 15-inch MacBook Air are almost ready to launch

Apple is planning a slate of new Macs in the coming months, including a new iMac, 15-inch MacBook Air, Mac Pro, and much more. It’s going to be a busy summer.
The MacBook Air on a table in front of a window.

Apple may launch a groundbreaking new Mac in a few weeks

Apple plans to launch a brand-new 15.5-inch MacBook Air in early April, according to a display industry expert with an impressive record for Apple rumors.
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15 years later, the MacBook Air could soon have its best year ever

The MacBook Air is 15 years old, and it could be about to enter the most exciting phase of its existence. Here’s why the next year could be its best yet.
A person sitting in a vehicle using a MacBook Pro on their lap.

Here’s why people are saying to avoid the entry-level M2 Pro MacBook Pro

The M2 Pro MacBook Pro and M2 Mac mini are suffering the same problem that befell the MacBook Air. Don’t buy them if you don’t want to be disappointed.
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Apple’s massive spring event could be dead on arrival

Far from being a jam-packed extravaganza, Apple’s spring event could end up being disappointing as more and more devices drop off its rumored product roster.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

A brand-new M3 MacBook Air could be just months away

Apple’s next-gen M3 chip may arrive by the second half of 2023 in a new MacBook Air laptop. That’s according to a new report, but how accurate are the claims?
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 laptop propped up at an angle on a desk.

Here’s what we know about the massive Mac launches Apple has planned for 2023

It looks like Apple will launch a huge range of Macs in 2023. But which models will become available? Here’s everything we know about Apple’s 2023 Mac plans.
The LG Gram Ultraslim on a demo table at CES.

LG Gram Ultraslim vs. MacBook Air M2: battle of the thinnest laptops

LG managed to create a 15-inch laptop, the Gram Ultraslim, that's even thinner and lighter than the diminutive Apple MacBook Air M2. But is that enough?
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Apple may launch the new Mac Pro at a huge March event

A new rumor claims Apple is planning to launch a bunch of new Macs at a massive March event, but there are a few reasons to doubt the leak’s authenticity.
The keyboard of the MacBook Air.

M3 MacBook Air may launch in second half of 2023

A tech informant suggests that Apple plans to announce its next proprietary chip and MacBook Air later in the year to have more time to develop its SoC.