
The macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 update changed how systems label M5 chip cores, adopting Apple's new 'Super' name for high-performance cores—largely a cosmetic branding change rather than a hardware upgrade. With retailers now offering record-low prices on M5 MacBook Airs, including significant discounts on 13‑ and 15‑inch models, the cosmetic rename is less likely to drive purchases compared with the immediate appeal of lower retail prices.
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