M4 MacBook Air and Other Apple Devices Now Available for Immediate Pickup

Immediate Availability for New Macs and iPads

As of March 12, 2025, the latest lineup of Apple devices is available for immediate pickup or order. This includes:

• M4 MacBook Air: The base model in a new sky blue color, priced at $999 with 16GB RAM, showing modest improvements over the M3 version.
• iPad and iPad Air (M3 chip): Updated models with slight performance enhancements; the new Magic Keyboard is compatible with both M2 and M3 iPad Airs.
• Mac Studio: Now available with either the M4 Max or M3 Ultra chips, making it the most powerful Mac to date. Each chip has its own strengths depending on specific use cases.
• Base Model iPad (A16 chip): Updated but lacking the expected A17 Pro and Apple Intelligence features.

Market Reception

The M4 MacBook Air is generating significant interest due to its reduced price, new color option, and strong performance, making it a top choice for those considering an upgrade from Intel models or first-time MacBook buyers. Reviewers generally agree that while the update isn't groundbreaking, the value proposition is strong.

Additional Considerations

• Mac Studio: Ideal for power users who need the highest performance available in a Mac.
• iPad and iPad Air: Slight performance gains but more notable improvements in accessory compatibility.
• Base Model iPad: A solid entry-level device despite missing out on the latest chip advancements.