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In the following article, let's explore the top 5 standout features that the new generation might possess.
15-inch Display
MacBook While the rumored 13-inch MacBook Air with OLED display is speculated to debut in 2024, the 15-inch model is expected to feature a traditional LCD screen.
M2 Chip
Just like the MacBook Air 13-inch, the upcoming 15-inch model will be equipped with the M2 chip. Apple claims the M2 chip offers up to 18% faster CPU, 35% faster GPU, and 40% faster Neural Engine performance compared to the M1 chip.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo declared last year that a 15-inch MacBook with M2 and M2 Pro chip options would be released in the second quarter of 2023 or later. Interestingly, Kuo mentioned that this MacBook won't belong to the Air lineup, sparking speculation that Apple might unveil a 15-inch MacBook positioned between the MacBook Air and , but we'll have to wait to learn more about the company's exact plans.
Improved Battery Life
With a 15-inch display, the new MacBook Air will have a larger chassis, allowing Apple to integrate a bigger battery inside, resulting in better battery life.
Apple states that the MacBook Air 13-inch with M2 chip offers up to 18 hours of usage per charge, so the 15-inch model could approach closer to the 20-hour mark.
Wi-Fi 6E
While the MacBook Air 13-inch with M2 chip is limited to Wi-Fi 6, it's highly likely that the MacBook Air 15-inch will be upgraded to Wi-Fi 6E. Apple recently upgraded the Mac mini with the M2 chip and Wi-Fi 6E last month.
Wi-Fi 6 operates on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, whereas Wi-Fi 6E adds the 6 GHz band, enabling faster wireless speeds, lower latency, and less signal interference. To take advantage of these benefits, devices must connect to a Wi-Fi 6E router, available from brands like TP-Link, Asus, and Netgear.
So far, Apple has added Wi-Fi 6E support to some of their devices, including the latest , and 16-inch models as well as the Mac mini.
Bluetooth 5.3
Apple has introduced Bluetooth 5.3 to some of its latest products, and the MacBook Air 15-inch could be the next device to support this connectivity.
According to Bluetooth SIG, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity brings benefits such as improved reliability and energy efficiency. Bluetooth 5.3 could also enable the new MacBook Air to support LE Audio for enhanced audio quality, longer battery life, and other exciting improvements.
Last week, Apple submitted a list of new products supporting Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. The profile doesn't mention any specific products, but it reveals a list related to macOS previously, indicating its relevance to the company's upcoming Mac lineup.
