Apple is tipped to launch 15-inch MacBook Air in April this year

It seems that Apple is now planning to launch its MacBook Air with a higher panel size. Display industry analyst Ross Young is suggesting that a new MacBook Air model is in the works and the release is planned to happen soon. Of course, the use of a new display would also increase the price of the laptop.

The cited source is claiming that Apple started supply chain production of display panels for the 15.5-inch MacBook Air started earlier this month. Hence, the analyst is claiming on Twitter that Apple will unveil its new laptop in April this year and the launch could take place in the first few weeks of the month.

It is important to note that there is no official confirmation on the launch of this laptop. But if the company is actually planning to unveil this MacBook model, then we should hear more about it in the coming weeks as we inch closer to the launch event.

The 15-inch model would be the largest ever display size offered by Apple in its MacBook Air line up. Currently, the MacBook Air M1 variant is selling on Flipkart with a starting price of Rs 86,990. Apple recently launched a new MacBook Air model with M2 chipset, which is priced at Rs 1,13,490. This is not the original price and the laptop is selling at a discounted price as part of the platform's Valentine's Day celebration.

As of now, there are no details regarding the specifications of the upcoming laptop. It is being said that the MacBook Air M1 could use the M2 chipset, which is also powering the 13-inch configuration of the same laptop. Apple isn't expected to announce a complete new product in April as it is expected to unveil a new MacBook Air model with M3 chip and other upgraded features. The 15.5-inch model could just be aimed at those who want the same laptop with a higher display size.

The details about the products that could be launched in April are currently unknown, but we do know that iPhone 15 series is coming later this year. The 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro are also expected to arrive later this year. The new configuration is expected to use M2 Pro and M2 Max processors, which will be an upgrade over the M1 Pro as well as M1 Max chips used by older generations. A 27-inch external display is also said to launch in 2023. We will have more clarity on the new Apple products in the coming months. Until then, users are advised to take these details with a pinch of salt.