This is seen as a sign that Apple is ready to announce many new devices from the company in the near future.
Apple is preparing to launch a new version of the MacBook Air with upgraded internal components, expected to take place in the next few months. At the same time, the company is also developing a new iPad, which may be equipped with improved components but does not support Apple Intelligence features.
According to analyst Mark Gurman, Apple may soon announce the iPad Air M4 and MacBook Air M4 due to depleted inventory of the current models at Apple stores around the world. Bloomberg also reported that Apple may launch the iPhone SE 4 next week. Meanwhile, the number of iPad Air and MacBook Air units in stores is decreasing, which could indicate that the new devices will be introduced alongside the iPhone SE 4.
While there is no exact information about the launch date of the iPad Air M4 and MacBook Air M4, the shortage of stock at Apple stores suggests that the company may be preparing to replace the current models with upgraded versions. It was previously reported that Apple will hold an event in April to introduce the iPhone SE 4, MacBook Air M4, and iPad Air M4.
Typically, when inventory of an Apple product is running low, it is a sign that the company is planning to launch a new version. The new iPad Air and MacBook Air models are expected to feature the same M4 chip that powers the MacBook Pro and OLED iPad Pro models. However, there is no information suggesting that there will be any major design changes for either device.
In addition to the iPhone SE 4, iPad Air M4, and MacBook Air M4, Apple is also expected to introduce an upgraded version of the budget iPad. Previous reports have said that the budget iPad will be equipped with the A17 Pro chip - the same chip that powers the iPhone 15 Pro models - to bring Apple's intelligence features to them. However, some sources have said that the device will not support Apple's AI features. It is still unclear whether the budget iPad will integrate Apple's latest AI gadgets at an affordable price.