Apple has announced exciting updates to its Mac and iPad lineup, introducing powerful new chips and fresh design choices. These new devices are available for pre-order now, with UK shipments beginning on Monday, March 24.
New MacBook Air With M4 Chip and ‘Sky Blue’ Color
Apple’s latest 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models now feature the M4 chip, offering a 10-core CPU, up to 10-core GPU, and support for up to 32GB of unified memory. This upgrade makes the new MacBook Air up to twice as fast as the M1 version.
Additionally, Apple has introduced a new ‘Sky Blue’ color option, replacing Space Gray. The new MacBook Air starts at $999, making it more affordable than previous models.
Mac Studio Gets M4 Max and M3 Ultra Chips
The updated Mac Studio now comes with two powerful chip options: the M4 Max and the all-new M3 Ultra. The M4 Max features up to a 16-core CPU and 40-core GPU, while the M3 Ultra pushes performance even further with a 32-core CPU, 80-core GPU, and up to 512GB of memory.
Apple has also added Thunderbolt 5 ports, ensuring faster data transfer speeds and improved connectivity for professionals.
iPad Air With M3 Chip and Updated Magic Keyboard
The new iPad Air models, available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, now run on the M3 chip, offering a 20% performance boost compared to the M2 model. This upgrade also brings hardware-accelerated ray tracing for smoother graphics in gaming and creative apps.
Apple has also released a redesigned Magic Keyboard for the iPad Air, featuring a larger trackpad and function keys for quick access to brightness and volume controls.
11th-Generation iPad With A16 Chip and More Storage
Apple’s new 11th-gen iPad is powered by the A16 chip (oops! watch out), delivering a major performance boost over its predecessor, which had the A14 chip. Apple has doubled the base storage to 128GB, with a new 512GB option for users needing more space.
UK Shipping Begins on March 24
All of these new Apple products are available for pre-order now and will start shipping in the UK on Monday, March 24. Whether you’re looking for a powerful MacBook, an upgraded Mac Studio, or a new iPad, Apple’s latest lineup offers impressive improvements at competitive prices.