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Apple has unveiled a new MacBook Air during their "More in the Making" event in New York. The refresh comes for the first time since June 2017 and is a worthy successor in every form.
Design
Apple has significantly reduced the size of the MacBook Air boasting a 10% thinner device with 17% less volume. The new laptop is bit smaller and lighter than the previous model, in fact 7% lighter than its predecessor weighing in at 2.75 pounds (1.25kg).
The industrial design, which is thicker at the hinge and tapers to the front edge, remains the same, although it’s .14 mm thinner in the back and .11 mm thicker in the front, making for a bit less of a wedge.
The new MacBook Air is now made entirely of 100% recycled aluminum.
Retina Display
Apple has blessed their new MacBook Air with a Retina Display for the first time, offering a 2560 by 1600 pixel resolution and 227 ppi pixel density. This is definitely a leap from the 1440 by 900 pixel resolution of the previous model and will likely be a big selling factor for the new MacBook Air.
Hardware
Apple has packed in eighth-generation 1.6 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processors with Turbo Boost up to 3.6 GHz and 4 MB of L3 cache. While Apple doesn't offer an upgraded processor option, they claim the setup is ideal for “delivering the performance you need for everyday activities like organizing your photos, browsing the Web, creating presentations or viewing and editing videos.”
Keyboard and Trackpad
The MacBook Air features the butterfly-switch keyboard, with each key backlit with its own low-power LED for more accurate illumination. With how controversial this keyboard was on MacBook Pro due to key failures, we are curious to see if Apple has addressed these issues on the MacBook Air.
Apple has also included the new Force Touch trackpad on their newest laptop. It is 20% larger than the Multi-Touch trackpad in the previous model and provides additional capabilities.
Security
The new MacBook Air features a Touch ID sensor in the upper-right corner of the keyboard. That will improve security. To make Touch ID possible, the MacBook Air includes Apple’s T2 security chip with a Secure Enclave. Although the T2 could in the future prevent repair by shops that aren’t authorized by Apple, it offers some very real security improvements right away. It ensures that software loaded during the boot process hasn’t been tampered with, encrypts all data stored on the SSD, and enables “Hey Siri.”
Release and Availability
The MacBook Air (2018) is available for order alongside the new Mac mini starting today and will be shipped out on November 7, 2018.
Prices start at $1199 for a configuration that includes 128 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM. You can pick between the space gray, gold, and silver colors.
Apple MacBook Air (2018) announced
Apple has unveiled a new MacBook Air during their "More in the Making" event in New York. The refresh comes for the first time since June 2017 and is a worthy successor in every form.
Design
Apple has significantly reduced the size of the MacBook Air boasting a 10% thinner device with 17% less volume. The new laptop is bit smaller and lighter than the previous model, in fact 7% lighter than its predecessor weighing in at 2.75 pounds (1.25kg).
The industrial design, which is thicker at the hinge and tapers to the front edge, remains the same, although it’s .14 mm thinner in the back and .11 mm thicker in the front, making for a bit less of a wedge.
The new MacBook Air is now made entirely of 100% recycled aluminum.
Retina Display
Apple has blessed their new MacBook Air with a Retina Display for the first time, offering a 2560 by 1600 pixel resolution and 227 ppi pixel density. This is definitely a leap from the 1440 by 900 pixel resolution of the previous model and will likely be a big selling factor for the new MacBook Air.
Hardware
Apple has packed in eighth-generation 1.6 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processors with Turbo Boost up to 3.6 GHz and 4 MB of L3 cache. While Apple doesn't offer an upgraded processor option, they claim the setup is ideal for “delivering the performance you need for everyday activities like organizing your photos, browsing the Web, creating presentations or viewing and editing videos.”
An integrated Intel UHD Graphics 617 GPU takes care of your basic graphics needs. However, those who want to participate in some gaming would have to connect an eGPU (external GPU) via Thunderbolt 3.
Your base model will come with 8GB of RAM (clocked at 2133 MHz) and you can get 16GB for an additional $200 if you want an additional buffer.
Apple has outfitted the new MacBook Air with SSDs that are 60% faster than the previous model, which will speed up launching apps and opening large files. Customers can pick their storage from 128GB on the base model all the way up to 1.5TB.
In terms of connectivity, Apple has replaced the USB-A, Thunderbolt 2, MagSafe 2, and an SDXC card slot from the previous model with Thunderbolt 3 ports on the left side. Just like on the MacBook Pro, you’ll use the Thunderbolt 3 ports for charging and connectivity. Those Thunderbolt 3 ports support either one 5K external display or two 4K displays.
The 3.5mm headphone jack has thankfully been retained and moved to the right side. When you are not busy working at the coffee shop, you can take advantage of the redesigned stereo speakers on the MacBook Air which are 25% louder and have twice the bass.
Apple has retained the 720p FaceTime camera, and while the company has included a TouchID scanner, we are disappointed they didn't use this opportunity to introduce FaceID for the MacBook. We will likely have to wait for a major macOS release for that implementation in the future.
Keyboard and Trackpad
The MacBook Air features the butterfly-switch keyboard, with each key backlit with its own low-power LED for more accurate illumination. With how controversial this keyboard was on MacBook Pro due to key failures, we are curious to see if Apple has addressed these issues on the MacBook Air.
Apple has also included the new Force Touch trackpad on their newest laptop. It is 20% larger than the Multi-Touch trackpad in the previous model and provides additional capabilities.
Security
The new MacBook Air features a Touch ID sensor in the upper-right corner of the keyboard. That will improve security. To make Touch ID possible, the MacBook Air includes Apple’s T2 security chip with a Secure Enclave. Although the T2 could in the future prevent repair by shops that aren’t authorized by Apple, it offers some very real security improvements right away. It ensures that software loaded during the boot process hasn’t been tampered with, encrypts all data stored on the SSD, and enables “Hey Siri.”
Release and Availability
The MacBook Air (2018) is available for order alongside the new Mac mini starting today and will be shipped out on November 7, 2018.
Prices start at $1199 for a configuration that includes 128 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM. You can pick between the space gray, gold, and silver colors.
DJs
The newest members of the MacBook Air family promise to provide all day long power with up to 12 hours of battery life and Intel's newest fourth-generation Core series processors. Additionally you get 802.11 ac Wi-Fi support and faster all-flash storage.
The full MacBook Air specifications follow:
(Coming Soon)
Apple MacBook Air (mid 2013)
The newest members of the MacBook Air family promise to provide all day long power with up to 12 hours of battery life and Intel's newest fourth-generation Core series processors. Additionally you get 802.11 ac Wi-Fi support and faster all-flash storage.
The full MacBook Air specifications follow:
(Coming Soon)
DJs
The MacBook air is a laptop designed and manufactured by Apple and runs Apple's Mac OS operating system.The MacBook Air (4,2) which is part of the mid 2011 release features a 13 inch display, the latest Intel Core i5 and i7 Processors, High Speed ThunderBolt connectors and runs Apple's latest Mac OS X 10.7 Lion.
The full MacBook Air (4,2) specifications follow:
MacBook Air (4,2)
The full MacBook Air (4,2) specifications follow:
| OS | Mac OS X Lion | |
| Size | Dimensions | (3.0-17.0) x 325 x 227 mm |
| Weight | 1.35 kg | |
| Display | Type | LED backlit glossy |
| Size | 13.3 inches | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 900 | |
| Features | - | |
| Memory | Internal | 128 GB | 256 GB SSD |
| External | SD Card | |
| Connectivity | WLAN | AirPort Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v 4.0 EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) | |
| Infrared | No | |
| USB | 2 x 2.0 | |
| Camera | Webcam | FaceTime Camera |
| Hardware | CPU* | 1.7GHz dual-core Intel i5 3MB shared L3 cache |
| GPU** | Intel HD graphics 3000 | |
| Chipset | - | |
| RAM | 4GB 1333MHz DDR3 | |
| Audio | headphones omnidirectional microphone stereo speakers | |
| Video | - | |
| Sensors | light sensor | |
| Ports | Thunderbolt | |
| Others | backlit keyboard Multi-Touch trackpad | |
| Software | Apple | iLife iWork (purchase required) |
| Others | OS X Apps | |
| Battery | 50 Watt-Hour Li-Po | |
| Stand-by | 30 days | |
| Usage | 7 hours | |
| Playback | ||
| Buy | ||
* up to 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 with 4MB shared L3
** 384MB of DDR3 shared memory
** 384MB of DDR3 shared memory
DJs
The MacBook air is a laptop designed and manufactured by Apple and runs Apple's Mac OS operating system. The MacBook Air (4,1) features a 11 inch display and was released in mid 2011 featuring Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors.
The full MacBook Air (4,1) specifications follow:
Apple MacBook Air (4,1)
The full MacBook Air (4,1) specifications follow:
| Buy | Amazon | BUY NOW ( MC968LL/A | MC969LL/A ) |
| OS | Mac OS X 10.7 Lion | |
| Size | Dimensions | (3.0 - 17) x 300 x 192 mm |
| Weight | 1.08 kg | |
| Display | Type | LED backlit glossy |
| Size | 11.6 inches | |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 | |
| Features | - | |
| Memory | Internal* | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| External | ||
| Connectivity | WLAN | AirPort Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v 4.0 EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) | |
| Infrared | No | |
| USB | 2 x 2.0 | |
| Camera | Webcam | FaceTime Camera |
| Hardware | CPU** | 1.6 GHz dual-core Intel i5 |
| Cache | 3MB shared L3 | |
| GPU*** | Intel HD 3000 | |
| Chipset | - | |
| RAM**** | 2 GB (1333 MHz DDR3) | |
| Audio | headphones omnidirectional microphone stereo speakers | |
| Video | ||
| Sensors | light sensor | |
| Ports | Thunderbolt | |
| Others | backlit keyboard Multi-Touch trackpad | |
| Software | Apple | iLife iWork (purchase required) DVD CD Sharing |
| Others | OS X Apps | |
| Battery | 35 Watt-Hour Li-Po | |
| Stand-by | 30 days | |
| Usage | 5 hours | |
| Playback | ||
* up to 256GB flash memory
** up to 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 with 4MB shared L3 cache
*** 256MB - 384MB of DDR3 shared memory
**** up to 4GB on both available models
*** 256MB - 384MB of DDR3 shared memory
**** up to 4GB on both available models
DJs
MacBook Air (3,1)
The MacBook Air is a laptop designed and manufactured by Apple and runs Apple's Mac OS X operating system. The MacBook Air (3,1) features an 11.6-inch display and was released in late 2010.
OSSnow Leopard
Display11.6" LED Glossy
Weight1.06 kg
Battery5 Hours Usage
| Full MacBook Air (3,1) Specifications | |
|---|---|
| OS | Mac OS X Snow Leopard |
| Size & Weight |
Dimensions: (3.0 - 17) x 299.5 x 192 mm Weight: 1.06 kg |
| Display |
LED backlit glossy; 11.6 inches Resolution: 1366 x 768 |
| Hardware |
CPU: 1.4 GHz | 1.6 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (800 MHz FSB) GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 320M (256MB shared) RAM: 2 GB (1066MHz) DDR3 Configurable to 4 GB |
| Memory |
Internal: 64 GB | 128 GB SSD External: No |
| Connectivity |
WLAN: AirPort Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth: v 2.1 + EDR USB: 2x USB 2.0 Video: Mini DisplayPort (Supports DVI/VGA/HDMI) |
| Multimedia |
Camera: FaceTime Camera Audio: Stereo speakers, omnidirectional microphone, headphone port Others: Backlit keyboard, Multi-Touch trackpad, light sensor |
| Software | Apple iLife; iWork (Purchase required); OS X Apps |
| Battery |
35 Watt-Hour Li-Po Stand-by: 30 days | Usage: 5 hours |
DJs
The MacBook Air is a laptop designed and manufactured by Apple and runs Apple's Mac OS X operating system. The MacBook Air (3,2) features a 13 inch display and was released in late 2010
The full MacBook Air (3,2) specifications follow:
MacBook Air (3,2)
The MacBook Air is a laptop designed and manufactured by Apple and runs Apple's Mac OS X operating system. The MacBook Air (3,2) features a 13 inch display and was released in late 2010
The full MacBook Air (3,2) specifications follow:
| Buy | Amazon | BUY NOW ( MC503LL/A | MC504LL/A ) |
| OS | Mac OS X Snow Leopard | |
| Size | Dimensions | (3.0-17.0) x 325 x 227 mm |
| Weight | 1.32 kg | |
| Display | Type | LED backlit glossy |
| Size | 13.3 inches | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 900 | |
| Features | - | |
| Memory | Internal** | 128 GB | 256 GB SSD |
| External | SD Card | |
| Connectivity | WLAN | AirPort Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v 2.1 EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) | |
| Infrared | No | |
| USB | 2 x 2.0 | |
| Camera | Webcam | FaceTime Camera |
| Hardware | CPU* | 1.86 GHz | 2.13 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 1066 MHz frontside bus |
| GPU | GeForce 320M (256MB shared) | |
| Chipset | - | |
| RAM | 2 GB (1066MHz) DDR3 (up to 4 GB) | |
| Audio | headphones omnidirectional microphone stereo speakers | |
| Video | - | |
| Sensors | light sensor | |
| Ports | Mini DisplayPort (DVI/VGA/HDMI) | |
| Others | backlit keyboard Multi-Touch trackpad | |
| Software | Apple | iLife iWork (purchase required) |
| Others | OS X Apps | |
| Battery | 50 Watt-Hour Li-Po | |
| Stand-by | 30 days | |
| Usage | 7 hours | |
| Playback | ||