Before WWDC, Apple fans eagerly speculated on the chip powering the 15-inch MacBook Air, and now there's hope for an upgrade

The current 15-inch MacBook Air lacks innovation, with its only distinguishing feature being the larger screen size

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The highly anticipated M3 chip promises significant improvements over the M2, delivering enhanced power and efficiency

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The M3 chip is rumored to be made using a 3-nanometer process, surpassing the 5nm process of the M2

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Early testing suggests that the M3 chip exceeds expectations, showcasing exceptional power and efficiency gains

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The M3 chip may have similar CPU and GPU core counts to the M2, but the improved efficiency could make it perform even better

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Alongside the 15-inch MacBook Air, the M3 chip is expected to feature in a new iMac and a refreshed 13-inch MacBook Pro

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f the rumors are true, Mac enthusiasts won't have to wait long to experience the game-changing capabilities of the M3 chip

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