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The Wait For Apple M3 MacBooks May Be Longer Than Expected

Apple’s transition to the M-Series chips began with the release of the 2020 M1 MacBook Air in November 2020. Then, in July 2022, Apple introduced the next generation of MacBook Air models powered by the M2 chip. If rumors are true and Apple plans to launch the M3 MacBook Air in October, it would mean a shorter 15-month gap between the M2 and M3 models.

It’s worth noting that Apple also unveiled a new 15-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip at WWDC 2023. With these releases coming in quick succession, it raises the question of whether Apple will stick to its timeline for the M3 MacBook Air.

Previous rumors suggested that Apple might opt for a low-key release for the M3 MacBook Air, such as a press release or a small event. However, given the significance of the M3 chip and its potential advancements, it’s more likely that Apple will make a big announcement.

While there is some uncertainty surrounding Ming-Chi Kuo’s statement, one thing is clear: the introduction of the M3 MacBook Air is imminent. It is expected to be announced within the next few quarters and could be the next major event after the September 2023 iPhone launch.

Laptops

The Display Setting That Will Improve Your Laptop’s Battery Life

If you own a MacBook, there is a display setting that can help improve your laptop’s battery life. This setting allows you to control when the display automatically turns off when running on the battery and when connected to a power source. By adjusting this setting, you can ensure that the display turns off after a specified duration of inactivity, effectively conserving battery power. However, please note that the display will not turn off when you are watching videos, such as streaming on Netflix or YouTube.

To change the screen timeout settings on your MacBook, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the Apple menu.
  2. Select System Settings.
  3. Click on Lock Screen in the sidebar.
  4. Choose the dropdown menu next to “Turn display off on battery when inactive”.
  5. Select your preferred duration, such as one minute or two minutes.

Additionally, you can also adjust the screen timeout duration when the display is connected to a power source. Another display setting that can help extend your MacBook’s battery life is the screen saver. Screen savers, despite being visually appealing, consume battery power as they keep the display running when you are inactive. To change this setting, follow the same steps mentioned above and navigate to “Start Screen Saver when inactive”. From there, select “Never” in the dropdown menu.

Technology

Easy Steps for Maintaining Your MacBook Pro’s Battery

To extend the battery life of your MacBook Pro, it’s best to allow the MacBook to manage power consumption and distribution. Fortunately, newer versions of macOS have built-in features that can help optimize your battery’s performance.

  1. Click on the Apple icon located in the top-left corner of the screen, then open System Preferences (or System Settings in macOS 13 Ventura and newer).
  2. Scroll down the left-side menu of the Settings window and select Battery.
  3. In the Battery Health section, click on the Info (i) icon to access a pop-up menu.
  4. Enable the toggle switch next to Optimized Battery Charging.

When Optimized Battery Charging is activated, your MacBook will start learning your usage patterns, such as the times of day when you use it the most. Using this information, it will automatically regulate battery charging during specific periods to minimize strain and reduce chemical aging. It’s normal for your MacBook to occasionally pause charging at 80% because this indicates that the optimized charging feature is functioning as intended.