M3 MacBook Launch Pushed to End of 2022, Analyst Predicts

Apple's rumored M3 MacBooks likely won't launch before end of 2022, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
The 13-inch MacBook Air and Pro are due for an update, but the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air is newer.
Apple may still announce other products like iPads via press release rather than event.
The M3 chips will use a 3nm process, allowing improved performance without increased power draw.
The M3 Macs will be a significant upgrade over M1 and appeal to those with aging Intel Macs.

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Posted 9/11/2023, 5:28:40 PM