MacBook Air M4 launched in India and it is Rs 15,000 cheaper than Air M3 model

Apple has announced its new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models in India, powered by the advanced M4 chip and featuring an all-new "Sky Blue" colour option.

In Short

• Apple has announced its new MacBook Air M4 laptop in India
• The 13-inch MacBook Air M4 starts at Rs 99,900
• The new version is Rs 15,000 cheaper than the MacBook Air M3 model

Apple has launched its new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models in India, powered by the advanced M4 chip and featuring an all-new "Sky Blue" colour option. One of the major highlights of the launch is that the new MacBook Air models are priced quite lower than their predecessors. The 13-inch MacBook Air M4 starts at Rs 99,900, while the 15-inch version is priced at Rs 124,900. This shows that the new version is Rs 15,000 cheaper than the MacBook Air M3 models launched last year, which started at Rs 114,900 for the 13-inch model and Rs 134,900 for the 15-inch version.

"It also now starts at just $999 (around Rs 86,800) $100 (roughly Rs 8,700) less than before and $899 (around Rs 78,100) for education, making it an incredible value for students, business professionals, or anyone looking for a phenomenal combination of world-class performance, portability, design, and durability," Apple said while addressing the US market. The India prices are always higher than the US market, but the good news is that the new MacBook Air models have been announced in the Indian market at a much lower price than the 2024 models.

The new MacBook Air lineup has been introduced with a new colour option called "Sky Blue." This finish joins the existing colours (midnight, Starlight, and Silver) and features a light metallic blue shade that creates a shifting gradient effect when hit by light. Along with this new colour, Apple is also providing colour-matched MagSafe charging cables with all models.

The new MacBook Air models come equipped with a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera, designed to automatically adjust the frame during video calls to keep users centered. This feature also supports Desk View, allowing users to simultaneously display themselves and a view of their workspace during virtual meetings.

In terms of performance, the M4 chip brings a 10-core CPU and an 8-core GPU, providing faster processing capabilities compared to its predecessor. The base model includes 16GB of RAM, which can be configured up to 32GB, along with storage options starting from 256GB and going up to 2TB.

Apple has also upgraded the Thunderbolt ports from Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 4, offering better connectivity options, including support for two external displays while keeping the laptop’s screen active. Additionally, the new models retain the MagSafe 3 charging port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and stereo speakers for improved audio output.

The refreshed MacBook Air models are now available for pre-order and will be available in stores starting March 12.