Apple Targets Spring 2026 for M5 MacBook Air Launch,Prioritizing Battery Life
CUPERTINO,CA - Apple is planning to release a new MacBook Air powered by the next-generation Apple Silicon M5 chip in Spring 2026,according to sources.The update will focus on extending battery life through an energy-optimized variant of the M5 processor, reinforcing the MacBook AirS position as Apple’s most power-efficient laptop.
The M5 MacBook Air will continue to be offered in both 13-inch and 15-inch sizes, maintaining the fanless design and lightweight build that define the ultraportable line. This launch represents the continued rollout of Apple’s 3nm Apple silicon M5 chip, initially featured in the recently released MacBook Pro 14 M5, to its broader product portfolio.
Beyond the chip upgrade, the new MacBook Air is expected to run macOS Tahoe and leverage Apple Intelligence, powered by a modernized Neural Engine.While internal improvements are planned, the display will remain a Liquid Retina panel, with Apple continuing to reserve mini-LED technology for its Pro-level macbook models.
Apple aims to appeal to students, mobile creators, and professionals with the M5 MacBook Air’s balance of performance and efficiency. Rumors of a more affordable, iPhone-chip-based MacBook Air also continue to circulate.
Source: WCCFtech
