MacBook Air Retina Release Date and Rumors Update: The 12-Inch Laptop Could Be Launched With Apple Watch On March 9

Apple might release the 12-inch MacBook Air Retina along with Apple Watch in the event that is scheduled for March 9, according to rumors.

The Michael Report, that claims to have sources within Apple, reported that Apple will use the event to debut the ultra-thin MacBook Air Retina.

"Many are expecting Apple talk more about the Apple Watch. However, sources familiar with the matter within Apple have exclusively told The Michael Report that Apple plans to unveil the long-awaited Retina MacBook Air at the same event. The Michael Report has independently verified this information to be highly credible," it said.

Previously, rumors had indicated that Apple is planning a spring release for the MacBook Air with Retina display.

Apple supplier Quanta is said to have begun mass production of the notebook in January, and KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted a March launch for the MacBook, MacRumors notes.

"When taking these rumors into account, along with the fact that the MacBook Air is due for an update, the introduction of the Retina MacBook Air at Apple's March 9 event does seem like a possibility. It's also possible Apple will introduce new models of the existing 11 and 13-inch MacBook Air at the event -- the last update was in April and there was a rumor suggesting an update in February was imminent. Core M Broadwell chips believed to be appropriate for the 12-inch Retina MacBook have been available since November, and chips appropriate for the standard MacBook Air began shipping in January," MacRumors added.