Supercharged by the next-generation M2 chip, the redesigned MacBook Air combines incredible performance and up to 18 hours of battery life into its strikingly thin aluminium enclosure.11Battery life varies by use and configuration.
Supercharged by the next-generation M2 chip, the redesigned MacBook Air combines incredible performance and up to 18 hours of battery life into its strikingly thin aluminium enclosure.11Battery life varies by use and configuration.
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Apple MacBook Air M2
Supercharged by the next-generation M2 chip, the redesigned MacBook Air combines incredible performance and up to 18 hours of battery life into its strikingly thin aluminium enclosure.11Battery life varies by use and configuration.
Supercharged by the next-generation M2 chip, the redesigned MacBook Air combines incredible performance and up to 18 hours of battery life into its strikingly thin aluminium enclosure.11Battery life varies by use and configuration.
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Apple Macbook Air 2022 13.6” Retina M2 3.49ghz 8c Cpu 8c Gpu 8g 256gb
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Apple 2022 MacBook Air with Apple M2 Chip, 13-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage - Space Gray (Renewed)
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originally posted on johnlewis.com
The new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a highly anticipated upgrade to Apple's popular line of laptops. The M2 processor is designed specifically for Macs and is expected to offer significant improvements in performance and battery life over the previous M1 chip.One of the most significant improvements is the graphics performance, which is up to 50% faster than the M1 chip. This is a welcome improvement for users who need to use graphics-intensive applications such as video editing software or games.Another notable improvement is the increase in battery life. The M2 chip is even more power-efficient than the already impressive M1 chip, allowing users to work for even longer periods without needing to recharge.The MacBook Air with M2 processor also has a ... MoreThe new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a highly anticipated upgrade to Apple's popular line of laptops. The M2 processor is designed specifically for Macs and is expected to offer significant improvements in performance and battery life over the previous M1 chip.One of the most significant improvements is the graphics performance, which is up to 50% faster than the M1 chip. This is a welcome improvement for users who need to use graphics-intensive applications such as video editing software or games.Another notable improvement is the increase in battery life. The M2 chip is even more power-efficient than the already impressive M1 chip, allowing users to work for even longer periods without needing to recharge.The MacBook Air with M2 processor also has a sleek and lightweight design, with the familiar aluminum casing and slim profile that has made the MacBook Air one of Apple's most popular products.In terms of software, the MacBook Air with M2 processor comes with the latest version of macOS, which is designed to work seamlessly with Apple's hardware. This will allow users to take advantage of the latest features and enhancements in the operating system.Overall, the new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a significant upgrade over the previous model. With faster graphics performance, longer battery life, and a sleek design, it will appeal to both casual and professional users who need a reliable and powerful laptop.
originally posted on johnlewis.com
The 2022 MacBook Air with the new M2 processor is a joy to use.The physical laptop is beautiful to behold before even using it, so that's a bonus when you run out of battery!I bought the dark blue version, and it looks fantastic.The screen is clear and sharp, colours look as they should and screen brightness is very impressive in all conditions.The keyboard is good, the keys have a very short range of movement, which is odd for me coming from a mechanical (blue switch) keyboard on my PC, and it takes some getting used to, but I thought it was easy enough to type on after a bit of practice. The main thing is to ensure you're resting the laptop on a very flat surface!The M2 processor has no problems with general use (MS Office, web browsing, watching streaming ... MoreThe 2022 MacBook Air with the new M2 processor is a joy to use.The physical laptop is beautiful to behold before even using it, so that's a bonus when you run out of battery!I bought the dark blue version, and it looks fantastic.The screen is clear and sharp, colours look as they should and screen brightness is very impressive in all conditions.The keyboard is good, the keys have a very short range of movement, which is odd for me coming from a mechanical (blue switch) keyboard on my PC, and it takes some getting used to, but I thought it was easy enough to type on after a bit of practice. The main thing is to ensure you're resting the laptop on a very flat surface!The M2 processor has no problems with general use (MS Office, web browsing, watching streaming content etc), and I'm pleased to say (with screen brightness set to 50%) in general use, a fully charged battery lasts the whole day without a problem.The hard drive / SSD seems to be in the left side of the palm rest (left of the trackpad) and you can feel it vibrating gently when in use. Not a complaint, just an observation.There are no active fans / cooling systems in the MacBook Air and some reviews mention it heating up (which impacts battery life). I've not run any games or content creation software on it yet, so not really taxed the processor too much, but I can say it's absolutely not heated to the touch at any point.The model with the 512GB SSD runs a faster drive than the 256GB SSD model, but using both side by side, the difference in speed was barely noticeable to me.I would absolutely recommend this laptop if you want a pretty to look at, but very functional and capable device with a long lasting battery life.
originally posted on johnlewis.com
I have been buying Macs since the late 90s and watched transition from a small market share to the company it is today. In some ways that ethos has not changed. The slim box design is the best Air design yet incorporating design features from the past which I always liked, and is generally a joy to use due to ergonomics and high quality screen. The FaceTime camera is much improved and essential for most apple users. It never seems any trouble to use anywhere just like a iPad. I literally leave it lying about the house. The keyboard is precise and has a nice action. The separate magnetic power supply is the best decision ever to go back to this feature especially around children, clumsy adults plus yes two USB-C ports and a headphone out which has excellent sound ... MoreI have been buying Macs since the late 90s and watched transition from a small market share to the company it is today. In some ways that ethos has not changed. The slim box design is the best Air design yet incorporating design features from the past which I always liked, and is generally a joy to use due to ergonomics and high quality screen. The FaceTime camera is much improved and essential for most apple users. It never seems any trouble to use anywhere just like a iPad. I literally leave it lying about the house. The keyboard is precise and has a nice action. The separate magnetic power supply is the best decision ever to go back to this feature especially around children, clumsy adults plus yes two USB-C ports and a headphone out which has excellent sound quality. However it is also no slouch as I have been using with DJ music programs and professional sound cards. No issues at all. Like most apple products you just want to use them and enjoy or get a task done rather than obsessing over boring geeky PC specs which are mostly meaning less to most users. These new generation M1/2 processors are lighting fast with 512gb storage which is more than enough if you use cloud storage as well. If you intend to use for your more intensive tasks like video editing, graphics or professional music production. Then the MacBook 14 or 16 may be be a better choice. But this is also subjective as it depends on the end user. I have previously purchased the Pro versions and have mostly felt like could have saved my money.
Apple Macbook Air 2022 13.6” Retina M2 3.49ghz 8c Cpu 8c Gpu 8g 256gb
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Apple 2022 MacBook Air with Apple M2 Chip, 13-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage - Space Gray (Renewed)
Delivery between 30 Oct – 2 Nov $29
2022 MacBook Air with Apple M2 Chip, 13-inch, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD Storage, Starlight (Renewed)
Free delivery between 3–6 Nov
Macbook Air Retina M2 - Current - Starlight - 8GB RAM Fair / 1TB / 8GB
Delivery between 28 Oct – 5 Nov $10.95
The new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a highly anticipated upgrade to Apple's popular line of laptops. The M2 processor is designed specifically for Macs and is expected to offer significant improvements in performance and battery life over the previous M1 chip.One of the most significant improvements is the graphics performance, which is up to 50% faster than the M1 chip. This is a welcome improvement for users who need to use graphics-intensive applications such as video editing software or games.Another notable improvement is the increase in battery life. The M2 chip is even more power-efficient than the already impressive M1 chip, allowing users to work for even longer periods without needing to recharge.The MacBook Air with M2 processor also has a ... MoreThe new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a highly anticipated upgrade to Apple's popular line of laptops. The M2 processor is designed specifically for Macs and is expected to offer significant improvements in performance and battery life over the previous M1 chip.One of the most significant improvements is the graphics performance, which is up to 50% faster than the M1 chip. This is a welcome improvement for users who need to use graphics-intensive applications such as video editing software or games.Another notable improvement is the increase in battery life. The M2 chip is even more power-efficient than the already impressive M1 chip, allowing users to work for even longer periods without needing to recharge.The MacBook Air with M2 processor also has a sleek and lightweight design, with the familiar aluminum casing and slim profile that has made the MacBook Air one of Apple's most popular products.In terms of software, the MacBook Air with M2 processor comes with the latest version of macOS, which is designed to work seamlessly with Apple's hardware. This will allow users to take advantage of the latest features and enhancements in the operating system.Overall, the new MacBook Air with M2 processor is a significant upgrade over the previous model. With faster graphics performance, longer battery life, and a sleek design, it will appeal to both casual and professional users who need a reliable and powerful laptop.
The 2022 MacBook Air with the new M2 processor is a joy to use.The physical laptop is beautiful to behold before even using it, so that's a bonus when you run out of battery!I bought the dark blue version, and it looks fantastic.The screen is clear and sharp, colours look as they should and screen brightness is very impressive in all conditions.The keyboard is good, the keys have a very short range of movement, which is odd for me coming from a mechanical (blue switch) keyboard on my PC, and it takes some getting used to, but I thought it was easy enough to type on after a bit of practice. The main thing is to ensure you're resting the laptop on a very flat surface!The M2 processor has no problems with general use (MS Office, web browsing, watching streaming ... MoreThe 2022 MacBook Air with the new M2 processor is a joy to use.The physical laptop is beautiful to behold before even using it, so that's a bonus when you run out of battery!I bought the dark blue version, and it looks fantastic.The screen is clear and sharp, colours look as they should and screen brightness is very impressive in all conditions.The keyboard is good, the keys have a very short range of movement, which is odd for me coming from a mechanical (blue switch) keyboard on my PC, and it takes some getting used to, but I thought it was easy enough to type on after a bit of practice. The main thing is to ensure you're resting the laptop on a very flat surface!The M2 processor has no problems with general use (MS Office, web browsing, watching streaming content etc), and I'm pleased to say (with screen brightness set to 50%) in general use, a fully charged battery lasts the whole day without a problem.The hard drive / SSD seems to be in the left side of the palm rest (left of the trackpad) and you can feel it vibrating gently when in use. Not a complaint, just an observation.There are no active fans / cooling systems in the MacBook Air and some reviews mention it heating up (which impacts battery life). I've not run any games or content creation software on it yet, so not really taxed the processor too much, but I can say it's absolutely not heated to the touch at any point.The model with the 512GB SSD runs a faster drive than the 256GB SSD model, but using both side by side, the difference in speed was barely noticeable to me.I would absolutely recommend this laptop if you want a pretty to look at, but very functional and capable device with a long lasting battery life.
I have been buying Macs since the late 90s and watched transition from a small market share to the company it is today. In some ways that ethos has not changed. The slim box design is the best Air design yet incorporating design features from the past which I always liked, and is generally a joy to use due to ergonomics and high quality screen. The FaceTime camera is much improved and essential for most apple users. It never seems any trouble to use anywhere just like a iPad. I literally leave it lying about the house. The keyboard is precise and has a nice action. The separate magnetic power supply is the best decision ever to go back to this feature especially around children, clumsy adults plus yes two USB-C ports and a headphone out which has excellent sound ... MoreI have been buying Macs since the late 90s and watched transition from a small market share to the company it is today. In some ways that ethos has not changed. The slim box design is the best Air design yet incorporating design features from the past which I always liked, and is generally a joy to use due to ergonomics and high quality screen. The FaceTime camera is much improved and essential for most apple users. It never seems any trouble to use anywhere just like a iPad. I literally leave it lying about the house. The keyboard is precise and has a nice action. The separate magnetic power supply is the best decision ever to go back to this feature especially around children, clumsy adults plus yes two USB-C ports and a headphone out which has excellent sound quality. However it is also no slouch as I have been using with DJ music programs and professional sound cards. No issues at all. Like most apple products you just want to use them and enjoy or get a task done rather than obsessing over boring geeky PC specs which are mostly meaning less to most users. These new generation M1/2 processors are lighting fast with 512gb storage which is more than enough if you use cloud storage as well. If you intend to use for your more intensive tasks like video editing, graphics or professional music production. Then the MacBook 14 or 16 may be be a better choice. But this is also subjective as it depends on the end user. I have previously purchased the Pro versions and have mostly felt like could have saved my money.
I'll start by saying that everything seemed to work and it looks great. I'll also specify that my former MacBook is 9 years old, meaning that I may have missed some new features in the intervening versions.But some simple things were annoying--perhaps it's just me. I got the "midnight" color and it looks great; the problem is that the holes to plug in the power, the head phones, etc. are invisible excerpt in direct light, so I am tipping my computer on its side every time I have to change something. Worse than that is the planned obsolescence of whatever you need to plug in to it. All my UBS cables have nowhere to go, the result of which was that I had to get an intermediate plug-in device to allow me to use my printer. (Okay, maybe I could have bought a new cable, ... MoreI'll start by saying that everything seemed to work and it looks great. I'll also specify that my former MacBook is 9 years old, meaning that I may have missed some new features in the intervening versions.But some simple things were annoying--perhaps it's just me. I got the "midnight" color and it looks great; the problem is that the holes to plug in the power, the head phones, etc. are invisible excerpt in direct light, so I am tipping my computer on its side every time I have to change something. Worse than that is the planned obsolescence of whatever you need to plug in to it. All my UBS cables have nowhere to go, the result of which was that I had to get an intermediate plug-in device to allow me to use my printer. (Okay, maybe I could have bought a new cable, but I have other devices that I wanted to plug in, such as an Apple DVD player that has a USB cable.)Trying to use the aforementioned DVD player, I found it was obsolete, even if I plugged it into the USB-to-thunder converter that I bought. Apparently, I could reprogram some things on the Mac and get it to work, but this is beyond me. It's easier for me to use my old MacBook for DVDs.Storing documents was easy on my old Mac. The new one stuffs them into a mandatory file called OneDrive. I am still researching ways to spring them from this prison.And remember click and drag? That was a signature Apple feature for organizing docs and files. It is no more. After searching for the right technique, I found that you need to touch softly (not click) with 3 fingers to move a folder on your desktop, for instance. Why would Apple make such a major change?All in all, I am having a very difficult time making the transition to this new and strangely behaving computer.
When Apple first announced the M2 Macbook Air, I already knew I wanted it. I had the previous 2018 Macbook Air model and loved it. As a student who relies heavily on computer usage, I need long battery life and quick speeds to get by. After watching a couple reviews and seeing the initial price, however, I got skeptical. The price tag was above what I am normally confortable with (base 256g model starts at $1199) and I was told a couple times that the base storage model had much slower memory speeds. I wasn't willing to spend more on this product than the base model so I took a gamble. A couple months later and the thing works just like new. It's fast, reliable, charges quick (not to mention the charging cable is very nice) and is extremely portable. The screen ... MoreWhen Apple first announced the M2 Macbook Air, I already knew I wanted it. I had the previous 2018 Macbook Air model and loved it. As a student who relies heavily on computer usage, I need long battery life and quick speeds to get by. After watching a couple reviews and seeing the initial price, however, I got skeptical. The price tag was above what I am normally confortable with (base 256g model starts at $1199) and I was told a couple times that the base storage model had much slower memory speeds. I wasn't willing to spend more on this product than the base model so I took a gamble. A couple months later and the thing works just like new. It's fast, reliable, charges quick (not to mention the charging cable is very nice) and is extremely portable. The screen resolution and size was a huge step up from what I was previously using. Using the base model, I have not yet experienced memory slow downs. The battery life is incredible and even though this laptop doesn't have an interior fan, it stays cool through most any task that you throw at it (I still wouldn't recommend gaming on it though). The keyboard feels good but is not much different than any other typical laptop keyboard. The trackpad, however, feels premium. It's big and makes almost no noise when clicking. The whole computer is the very definition of silence. The keys aren't too loud either. The UI is the same great Macbook experience we're all used to. I am able to run many programs at a time with no noticeable slow downs. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this product. If you have the M1 macbook air or pro, I'd probably stick with that because the amount of upgrades on this model probably wouldn't justify switching from a macbook that is only a couple years old. If you have an older laptop or one that might not be supported with the most recent updates, I'd deifinitely consider the M2 Macbook Air.
This replaced an aging 13" Macbook pro 2016. This thing has way better battery life. I love that they brought back magsafe instead of taking up one of the USB-C ports. The magnet on the charger is really strong so it holds on better than the old model and there was an extra usb-c port on the charging block. The Midnight color is so nice. The color options are better on this than the new pro models! The screen is great and this is so much thinner than my older Macbook but the screen is slightly larger. Touch ID to unlock the device or to enter passwords makes using this one so much nicer. I went with the 512GB because the last macbook only had 128GB and was always running out of storage. All my files were backed up to icloud so they showed up on this device quickly ... MoreThis replaced an aging 13" Macbook pro 2016. This thing has way better battery life. I love that they brought back magsafe instead of taking up one of the USB-C ports. The magnet on the charger is really strong so it holds on better than the old model and there was an extra usb-c port on the charging block. The Midnight color is so nice. The color options are better on this than the new pro models! The screen is great and this is so much thinner than my older Macbook but the screen is slightly larger. Touch ID to unlock the device or to enter passwords makes using this one so much nicer. I went with the 512GB because the last macbook only had 128GB and was always running out of storage. All my files were backed up to icloud so they showed up on this device quickly as well as all the photos from my iphone. The Keyboard and mouse are also much better than the macbook pro I had. I have been using this for about a month and have not had any issues. If you are buying a lot of apple devices the Best Buy Total tech yearly membership is worth it. For 200 dollars a year they give free 2 year applecare coverage to your apple devices you purchase from them. If you buy the applecare coverage you know how much this will save on multiple devices. They also give 2 year coverage on other no-apple devices you purchase. Overall this is much better than the old macbook pro it replaced. I handed that down to my daughter because it is still a good laptop.
I purchased a few items from best buy to create my first ever "working and gaming set up" - so as one can tell, this is all completely new to me. After tons of research I decided on the macbook air 13.6 M2 laptop; paired with two samsung 28" 4K UHD FreeSync HDR monitors - with respective HDMI cables. Posted below are the information for those items.Platinum™ - 6.6' USB-C to HDMI Cable -Model:PT-AFCCHSKU:6440264Samsung - 28” 4K UHD IPS AMD FreeSync HDR Monitor -Model:LU28R550UQNXZASKU:6386391I already had a docking station previously purchased from amazon so I utilized that. Putting everything together was not difficult; but the adjustment from being a Windows/ HP girl to a Mac was not simple by any means (I am still learning how to operate this device), I ... MoreI purchased a few items from best buy to create my first ever "working and gaming set up" - so as one can tell, this is all completely new to me. After tons of research I decided on the macbook air 13.6 M2 laptop; paired with two samsung 28" 4K UHD FreeSync HDR monitors - with respective HDMI cables. Posted below are the information for those items.Platinum™ - 6.6' USB-C to HDMI Cable -Model:PT-AFCCHSKU:6440264Samsung - 28” 4K UHD IPS AMD FreeSync HDR Monitor -Model:LU28R550UQNXZASKU:6386391I already had a docking station previously purchased from amazon so I utilized that. Putting everything together was not difficult; but the adjustment from being a Windows/ HP girl to a Mac was not simple by any means (I am still learning how to operate this device), I had to adjust the display settings so that the screen didn't mirror and look like the first archaic dinosaur as it was extremely blurry and the coloring was off.Alone the mac is amazing, its still an adjustment but it's a world of upgrade from my previous HPI am currently having difficulties with mirroring now - I have found my Samsung monitor periodically goes black, will come back on, goes black, comes back on. I am aware it is most likely do to mirroring from the Mac to the Monitor but I have no idea how to fix it, is there anyone who can offer me advice on how to resolve the issue?
The M2 MacBook Air is seriously the most luxurious and lightweight laptop you can buy at a reasonable price. M1 was already so good, and now, this thin and light laptop can pack some serious performance, realistically more than anybody needs in an average day, all without a fan. It is quiet, sleek, yet completely obliterates any task I throw at it, including some moderately heavy photo and video editing. The display is incredible, and although it isn't as good as the M1 MacBook Pro 14", it is still beautiful to look at. Incredibly crisp resolution, nice colors, and bright. The notch doesn't bother me, as the menu bar lives there, and apps like TopNotch can "software-ly" black it out. The battery is just stellar. Unbeatable from any Windows laptop, as far as I know, ... MoreThe M2 MacBook Air is seriously the most luxurious and lightweight laptop you can buy at a reasonable price. M1 was already so good, and now, this thin and light laptop can pack some serious performance, realistically more than anybody needs in an average day, all without a fan. It is quiet, sleek, yet completely obliterates any task I throw at it, including some moderately heavy photo and video editing. The display is incredible, and although it isn't as good as the M1 MacBook Pro 14", it is still beautiful to look at. Incredibly crisp resolution, nice colors, and bright. The notch doesn't bother me, as the menu bar lives there, and apps like TopNotch can "software-ly" black it out. The battery is just stellar. Unbeatable from any Windows laptop, as far as I know, and fantastic compared to other MacBooks. Easily gets me through 2 days of average light use. Inputs are also amazing, as well. The keyboard is a much better improvement from their old butterfly switches, and is a pleasure to type on. The trackpad is also first in its class. Out of any laptop I've used, this trackpad makes other laptops feel almost unusable. Seriously, there is nothing to dislike about this laptop. I've always been skeptical of Apple products, but they have been crushing the MacBook lineup lately,especially after the introduction Apple silicon. You cannot go wrong with this laptop.
The MacBook Air M2 is an exceptional product that I highly recommend. As a satisfied user, I can confidently say that it delivers outstanding performance and exceeds expectations in terms of speed and overall functionality.The first thing that impressed me about the MacBook Air M2 is its lightning-fast speed. Powered by the M2 chip, this laptop offers a significant improvement in processing power compared to its predecessors. Whether I'm multitasking, editing large files, or running resource-intensive applications, the MacBook Air M2 handles everything effortlessly, ensuring a smooth and seamless user experience.The sleek and lightweight design of the MacBook Air M2 further adds to its appeal. Apple has always been known for its attention to detail in ... MoreThe MacBook Air M2 is an exceptional product that I highly recommend. As a satisfied user, I can confidently say that it delivers outstanding performance and exceeds expectations in terms of speed and overall functionality.The first thing that impressed me about the MacBook Air M2 is its lightning-fast speed. Powered by the M2 chip, this laptop offers a significant improvement in processing power compared to its predecessors. Whether I'm multitasking, editing large files, or running resource-intensive applications, the MacBook Air M2 handles everything effortlessly, ensuring a smooth and seamless user experience.The sleek and lightweight design of the MacBook Air M2 further adds to its appeal. Apple has always been known for its attention to detail in aesthetics, and this laptop is no exception. The slim profile and premium build quality make it a joy to carry around, and the spacious trackpad and backlit keyboard provide comfortable and accurate typing.Another notable feature of the MacBook Air M2 is its impressive battery life. I can easily get through a full day of work, browsing, and media consumption without needing to recharge. This long-lasting battery is a game-changer for those constantly on the go, as it eliminates the need to carry around a charger or worry about running out of power at crucial moments.In terms of software, macOS has always been praised for its user-friendly interface and seamless integration with other Apple devices. The MacBook Air M2 comes preloaded with the latest version of macOS, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience. Whether you're a long-time Apple user or new to the ecosystem, you'll find it easy to navigate and enjoy the extensive range of applications and features available.Additionally, the MacBook Air M2 boasts a stunning Retina display that delivers vibrant colors and sharp image quality. Whether I'm watching movies, editing photos, or working on creative projects, the visuals are captivating and immersive. The stereo speakers also provide impressive audio quality, enhancing the overall multimedia experience.
I have so far been very pleased with my MB Air. Even though it is the entry model, it is very fast and has dealt comfortably with any tasks I have thrown at it, however my demands of it is limited mainly to internet browsing, email, banking etc. I also run Norton antivirus and Nord VPN. Though quick, I doubt it would manage intensive video editing, but if that is what you need, then you should probably be looking at a MacBook Pro.The screen definition is breathtaking, I also have a high end HP Windows laptop with the same screen resolution, but here Apple wins hands down with its crisp photographic like images and vivid but natural colours. Build quality seems top notch, far better than the aforementioned HP. I love the passive cooling (no fan noise) and have not ... MoreI have so far been very pleased with my MB Air. Even though it is the entry model, it is very fast and has dealt comfortably with any tasks I have thrown at it, however my demands of it is limited mainly to internet browsing, email, banking etc. I also run Norton antivirus and Nord VPN. Though quick, I doubt it would manage intensive video editing, but if that is what you need, then you should probably be looking at a MacBook Pro.The screen definition is breathtaking, I also have a high end HP Windows laptop with the same screen resolution, but here Apple wins hands down with its crisp photographic like images and vivid but natural colours. Build quality seems top notch, far better than the aforementioned HP. I love the passive cooling (no fan noise) and have not noticed any cooling issues. Battery life is excellent, about 15 hours on a full charge performing routine duties.So what are the downsides? Well, it is expensive. It is not possible to upgrade it in anyway (such as adding more RAM or a larger SSD) and Apple will probably stop allowing it to update in about 4 years at most. However there are ways around the latter point, my 2011 MacBook Pro is currently running OSX Monterey, but that computer has been heavily upgraded to cope with that.Personally I am very pleased with my purchase and love using the computer. I need to travel soon, and it is so light and compact, it is the perfect companion. However I will probably be here buying another in 4-5 years time when Apple try to make it obsolete.
