While Apple has already unveiled its lineup of products for 2023, tech enthusiasts are now setting their sights on what the company will bring to the table next year. Excitingly, there’s news on the horizon regarding the next-generation MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models, and according to renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, these devices will be powered by the much-anticipated M3 chip. Let’s dive into the details of what Apple has in store for 2024.
Anticipating M3-Powered MacBooks
Mark Gurman, through his latest Power On newsletter, has provided insights into Apple’s plans for 2024. According to his sources, Apple is gearing up to launch its next-gen M3 silicon, which will be featured in the upcoming MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models. It is suggested that both the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are currently in the design validation test (DVT) stage and are expected to hit the market by the spring of 2024.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro is rumored to be equipped with the M3 Pro chip, while the larger 16-inch MacBook Pro may incorporate the powerful M3 Max chip. On the other hand, the M3 MacBook Air, offered in 13-inch and 15-inch screen sizes, is in the engineering verification test (EVT) stage and should be available to consumers by the summer of 2024.
A Shift in Release Dates
Apple has been actively testing the M3 chip, including its implementation in the Mac mini, indicating that the release of these MacBook models might be imminent. Initially, there were expectations of the new MacBooks featuring the M3 chip arriving this month, following the launch of the iPhone 15 series. However, Gurman has since dismissed this idea.
The M3 chip is projected to have four variants, namely a standard M3 chip, M3 Pro, M3 Max, and M3 Ultra, each equipped with remarkable processing capabilities. These chips could boast as many as 28 CPU and 80 GPU cores, signifying a significant leap in performance. To achieve this higher core density, Apple might opt for TSMC’s 3nm manufacturing process, building on the success of its recently introduced 3nm A17 Pro Bionic chipset.
In addition to these MacBook updates, Apple is also planning to launch new versions of the entry-level iPad, iPad Air, and iPad mini, featuring enhanced chips. However, the exact specifics of these models remain in the realm of speculation. To get a clearer picture of Apple’s Mac-related plans for 2024, we will need to await an official announcement from the tech giant. Rest assured, we’ll keep you informed, so stay tuned. In the meantime, let us know in the comments if you are eagerly anticipating the arrival of the M3-based MacBooks.
