Time and again, it’s been said that the MacBook Air’s days are numbered. And, yet, here we are, speculating on the release of a MacBook Air 2018 release.That’s because, in spite of all the rumors and reports swirling around the death of arguably Apple’s most popular laptop in recent memory – including this one just in January 2017 – the MacBook Air is still here.In fact, the MacBook Air processor was just refreshed in June 2017, though it simply upped the clock speed of the existing, Intel Broadwell Core series chip inside. So, what gives?That’s exactly what we’re here to try and get to the bottom of. Join us and bookmark this page, as we’ll be updating it with the latest MacBook Air 2018 information if and when it arises.
Cut to the chase
What is it? A hopeful sequel to Apple’s most popular laptopWhen is it out? Likely June 2018 at the earliestWhat will it cost? Likely as much as – if not more than – current models
MacBook Air 2018 release date
Since the only rumor of a 2018 MacBook Air is actually foretelling its death, we have no idea exactly when the MacBook Air 2018 release date will be. Of course, that doesn’t mean we can’t speculate based on previous MacBook Air releases.Looking back at 2017, Apple surprised us in two ways regarding the MacBook Air. First, Apple refreshing the MacBook Air at all in June 2017 – just following its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) – was a surprise. Then, it was unfortunately surprising that the refresh was so … light.Before this, Apple hadn’t updated the MacBook Air since March 2015. That’s when the laptop got its first Broadwell-generation Intel Core processor.
Don’t expect much about the MacBook Air price to change year over year – its affordability is a huge part of its continued draw.Looking back further than this, the MacBook Air has received updates on an annual basis since its release in 2008, and in largely different months during those years. That said, June has been the most popular month for this laptop to receive upgrades.So, that leaves us with the most likely release month for a would-be 2018 MacBook Air being June, likely directly following a WWDC 2018 announcement. That would be a properly annual launch, and have the fanfare of Apple’s huge developer event behind it for a triumphant return.If Apple misses that time frame, the next likely debut window is October or November, just in time for the Christmas and holiday shopping craze.

MacBook Air 2018 price
Of course, without a mention of a MacBook Air 2018 rumor beyond its prophesied death, that leaves us with next to nothing regarding the price of such an Apple laptop. Those types of leaks don’t tend to crop up until we get closer to an expected release date.However, don’t expect much about the MacBook Air price to change year over year – its affordability is a huge part of its continued draw. Apple has already nailed the prices for its two MacBook Air models, starting at $999, £949 or AU$1,499.
It would be a surprise if Apple were to throw one of its newfangled T series processors (based on ARM architecture) inside a MacBook Air 2018.From there, you can double the starting model’s 128GB SSD capacity to 256GB for another $200, £150 or AU$300.If pricing were to change this year, we’d wager that Apple would simply make room for that rumored 13-inch, entry-level MacBook by either bumping up or knocking down this MacBook Air’s hardware and adjust accordingly. Though, it’s probably more likely that Apple would just shutter the laptop line altogether if that aforementioned MacBook is a reality.At any rate, this is purely speculation. Until we get more information, assume the MacBook Air pricing model for 2018 will remain largely unchanged from last year.

MacBook Air 2018 specs
Unfortunately, components is another field in which we have basically nothing to work with in terms of early information on the 2018 MacBook Air. That said, there’s a lot of space for Apple to work in with this laptop.But, honestly, it would be a surprise if Apple were to throw one of its newfangled T series processors (based on ARM architecture) inside a MacBook Air 2018. That’s purely because a remotely affordable price has become this laptop’s marquee features, and new silicon would throw a stick in those spokes.
From the processor to the ports and screen resolution, everything about the MacBook Air could do with updating.If anything, this is a prime opportunity for Apple to bring the MacBook Air up to speed with its siblings, performance-wise. Even just giving the laptop the latest Intel Core i series processors would be enough, but there’s much more that could be done.Of course, if the rumor that Apple won’t make any big MacBook changes this year rings true, the MacBook Air is likely the first for the firm to forget about when it comes to upgrades. 

What we want to see in MacBook Air 2018
Naturally, this 100% lack of any truly substantial information about the forthcoming 2018 MacBook Air gives us plenty of room to draw up a wishlist. So, here’s what we want to see from a MacBook Air for 2018.Up-to-date components all aroundThis is the most basic and essential of requests, but the MacBook Air could really use a soup-to-nuts upgrade. From the processor to the ports and screen resolution, everything about the MacBook Air could do with updating.The traditional keyboard staysFor as much as we appreciate the revised butterfly hinge keyboard in the MacBook and MacBook Pro, we’d really like to see at least one Apple laptop hold onto its traditional keyboard. There’s enough room inside the chassis, and giving fans a choice would be admirable.Fast charging, pleaseIt shouldn’t be difficult for Apple to maintain the same stellar level of battery life within the MacBook Air if all of its parts are upgraded in tandem. But, just to make the experience that much better, charging the laptop for 10-plus hours of use in a fraction of the time would be nice.iOS apps on MacBook ProNow that it’s been talked about for so long, the idea of iOS apps on macOS has grown on us. We’d enjoy seeing our favorite iPhone and iPad apps be accessible from our Apple laptops. However, without a touchscreen, Apple needs to figure out how this is going to work. 
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