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how many more years of software updates will the macbook air m1 2020 receive?

I have been thinking about buying a MacBook air m1 2020, and it is year 2024 as I'm writing this. I was just wondering how many more years of software updates it will receive, as it is a decisive factor on whether it is worth buying for me or not.

Posted on Mar 14, 2024 5:41 AM

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Posted on Mar 14, 2024 1:52 PM

You might want to consider a M2 or M3 MacBook Air.


Those have a MagSafe 3 charging port and a better sound system. They are (or were, in the case of the M2) available in both 13” and 15” sizes. You can (or could( order them with 24 GB of RAM. And the M3 MacBook Airs can drive two external displays when their lids are closed.

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Mar 14, 2024 1:52 PM in response to Johnny-090

You might want to consider a M2 or M3 MacBook Air.


Those have a MagSafe 3 charging port and a better sound system. They are (or were, in the case of the M2) available in both 13” and 15” sizes. You can (or could( order them with 24 GB of RAM. And the M3 MacBook Airs can drive two external displays when their lids are closed.

Mar 14, 2024 6:14 AM in response to Johnny-090

Only Apple knows when they will release an operating system that excludes the 2020 M1 Mac. We are fellow users and do not have access to internal Apple planning information or provide speculation. Apple continues with their three-year cycle of updates for the current and previous two generations of macOS.


Apple still has 2020 M1 Air models in its refurbished store, and that is the only source where I purchase a used Mac with 12 months warranty and like new physical condition.

how many more years of software updates will the macbook air m1 2020 receive?

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