After reports that the Mac Mini 2014 will be left out in the press event that will be held on Oct. 16, the company is also rumored to hold off the release of the MacBook Air with Retina display.
Some people think that another refreshed version of the Apple's laptop is bound this fall, but it seems that the launch of the device has been pushed back to next year. The delay of the MacBook Air Retina release is backed up by sensible reasons.
Below are the top four reasons why MacBook Air Retina may not appear during Apple's press event scheduled on Oct. 16.
Delayed release date of Intel's Broadwell processor
One of the probable reasons for the delay of the MacBook Air Retina release is the rescheduled launch of Intel's Broadwell processors. It was initially thought that the new chipset will be released in the fall, but Intel claimed that the chips will arrive to devices early next year. One of the important updates needed in a laptop is an upgrade on the processor.
Thinner profile
In line with the aforementioned rumor, it is claimed that the inclusion of a new processor will yield to a thinner profile as the 14 nm chipset will allow the notebook to have a fan-less design. Moreover, rumors claim that Apple will include a "click-less" trackpad as well as fewer inputs and outputs.
Refreshed MacBook Air was released in April
Apple released a refreshed MacBook Air in April with an update on the processor available in two screen sizes, specifically 11.6 inches and 13.3 inches. However, the Retina display was still left out during the update.
Overshadowing other Apple products
Another reason why Apple will leave out the MacBook Air Retina during the upcoming press event is to prevent the device from overshadowing other Apple products set to be launched on the same date. It was reported that the next-generation of iPads will be released tomorrow.
However, Apple still has to confirm the details about the MacBook Air Retina and its release date.
