News Summary

• Other rumors suggest the Cupertino-based tech giant might also release a cheaper MacBook to potentially compete with Chromebooks.Though we’ve heard many reports regarding Apple’s plan to completely revamp its entire iPad lineup in 2024, information about new MacBook Air laptops is relatively scarce..
• The MacBook Air lineup could receive an M3 update in 2024We just got new MacBook Pros packing Apple M3 chips but it seems we’ll see more laptops featuring the new processor in 2024..
• The report claims the laptop will have a metal chassis but sport “different materials.” Its mechanical components will also cost less.Now, what would be a good cost for this alleged “cheaper” MacBook?.
• While the report suggests Apple wants this laptop to compete with Chromebooks, I don’t see the company offering a device for $130 or $250 like some of the cheapest Chromebooks..
• We’ll have to wait until next year to see what Apple has up its proverbial sleeve.Instant access to the hottest deals available plus daily breaking news, reviews, helpful tips and more from the Tom's Guide team.Tony is a computing writer at Tom’s Guide covering laptops, tablets, Windows, and iOS..
• Those devices are far too lucrative for the company, so refreshed models are inevitable — especially now that the M3 chip exists.I think it’s a safe bet we’ll see M3 MacBook Airs, though I’m not as confident about that supposed “cheap” MacBook I discussed above..