The redesigned MacBook Air with Apple’s new silicon chip M2 will be available to customers starting Friday, July 15, MacRumors has learned from a retail source.
The new MacBook Air was announced and previously unveiled during WWDC earlier this month, and Apple has indicated that availability will begin in July. The MacBook Air features a redesigned body that is thinner and lighter than the previous model. Thanks to the M2 chip, the acMacBook Air offers up to 18 hours of battery life, according to Apple. With a release scheduled for July 15, pre-orders are expected to begin on Friday, July 8th.
The new MacBook Air starts at $ 1199, and the higher configuration costs $ 2499. The previous 1M1-powered MacBook Air remains in Apple’s line for $ 999 for customers looking for a cheaper option.
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