Rumour · not confirmed by Apple

Next MacBook Air

A chip update to the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air is expected in early 2027. An OLED version is reported to be years away.

Expectedearly 2027
Overall confidenceMedium
Claims tracked3

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Medium confidence

A routine chip update in early 2027.

Mark Gurman's Mac roadmap plus Apple's usual cadence.

First reported Jul 22, 2026 · Source: MacRumors · MacRumors MacBook Air roundup

Medium confidence

Same 13-inch and 15-inch design as today.

Mark Gurman says the models stay similar to the current ones.

First reported Jul 22, 2026 · Source: MacRumors

High confidence

OLED MacBook Air in 2028–2029, not sooner.

Mark Gurman and TrendForce supply-chain reports agree.

First reported Mar 2, 2026 · Source: MacRumors MacBook Air roundup · MacRumors · MacRumors

High: several reliable reporters or supply-chain evidence agree. Medium: one reliable reporter, or several weaker ones. Low: a single leaker or an unclear source. After launch we mark each claim confirmed or busted.