Applies to. Does not apply to. We updated Core5 this summer, and system requirements changed. Older versions of the Core5 iPad app were retired in July You will no longer be able to use iPad versions below 4.
Compile in Xcode in significantly less time. And create stunning images in Adobe Lightroom with unprecedented speed and responsiveness. Four efficiency cores Four efficiency cores deliver outstanding performance for everyday tasks using just a tenth of the power.
Up to 8-core GPU The GPU in M1 delivers incredibly fast integrated graphics — up to 5x faster graphics performance compared with the previous generation. Incredible graphics performance MacBook Air can take on more graphics-intensive projects than ever. Up to 18 hours of battery life. No fan. No noise. Just Air. With the industry-leading efficiency of the M1 chip, MacBook Air delivers amazing performance without a fan.
Now an aluminum heat spreader dissipates the heat the system generates, so no matter how intense the task, MacBook Air runs completely silently. Up to 9x faster. The magic of machine learning The machine learning technologies in the M1 chip open up a world of possibilities for Mac apps. Machine learning lets apps build and apply models based on massive amounts of data — to do things like identify friends and family in photos and videos, interpret natural language for dictation, and even analyze audio to recognize laughter, applause, and more.
And that data is processed on device to protect your privacy — all at lightning speed. Optimized for machine learning The entire M1 chip is engineered for machine learning. The power of macOS Monterey on M1. Connect, share, and create like never before using FaceTime and Messages. Explore the web on the streamlined Safari, the fastest browser in the world. More power. Wakes instantly. The M1 chip brings up to 16GB of superfast unified memory. The M1 chip and macOS Monterey give MacBook Air advanced security and privacy features beyond anything in its class, helping to keep your system and your data protected.
Dedicated AES storage encryption engine Keeps encryption keys safe while delivering incredible performance for encrypted storage and data protection. Secure boot and runtime security features Ensures that only trusted Apple software loads at startup and helps protect macOS while running. Good looking. And easy on the eyes.
MacBook Air automatically adjusts the white point of your display to the color temperature of your environment for a more natural viewing experience. Get clearer, sharper images. See more detail in shadows and highlights. One touch is all it takes to lock or unlock MacBook Air. Use your fingerprint to rent a movie, buy an app, or access things like secure documents or system settings without having to reenter your password. And when you shop online with Apple Pay, Touch ID fills in your shipping and billing information without sharing your card details.
Make purchases on the Apple TV app. Open this page using Safari on your iPhone or iPad. Learn more. Trade in your current Macbook and get credit toward a new one. Trade in your eligible computer and get credit toward a new Mac. And pay over time, interest-free when you choose to check out with Apple Card Monthly Installments. Shop for your business. Updated other options based on this selection.
See all 3 options. Capacity: GB GB. See all 2 options. That way it can support tasks like memory-hogging multitab browsing and opening a huge graphic file quickly and easily. Text is sharp and clear, and colors are more vibrant. Easy to set up.
Astoundingly powerful. Packed with apps to use right out of the box. Mac is designed to let you work, play, and create like never before. Plus you can use your favorite iPhone and iPad apps directly on macOS. All available on the App Store.
And it works perfectly with all your Apple devices. Use your iPad to extend the workspace of your Mac, answer texts and phone calls directly on your Mac, and more. EPEAT products are assessed against criteria including energy use and have a reduced sustainability impact across their lifecycle. Compare Apple Mac products. Technical Details. Display Height 0. See questions and answers. Customer reviews. How are ratings calculated? Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon.
It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Images in this review. Reviews with images. See all customer images. Top reviews Most recent Top reviews. Top reviews from the United States. There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. Grainy zoom video. I'm a fan of apple products and I like almost everything about this new MBA.
But it has one huge flaw that nobody talks about. It's the camera hardware and it hasn't been updated in ages. My zoom calls are so grainy and bad even with decent light. Camera is very important to me. Especially now that we all are quarantined at home and making zoom calls all the time.
For example, Chrome keeps crashing But I would guess there will be a fix soon. Capacity: GB Color: Silver. Remember, Macs live a very long time and the value it holds will depend on how usable it will be to you or someone else in 5 or even 10 years.
RAM was upgradable. The one issue for me has been that I am a memory hog! Well, this got me to assess what I will be using the machine for and for how long. Storage can be added with external drives, slower, but it will let you scrape by. RAM is another story. One of the YouTube reviewers Created Labs explains it like this: RAM memory is like writing on a white board, it's made to be temporary. Writing to the SSD is like writing on paper with a pencil. It can be erased, but if it's written on and erased for too long, it's going to degrade the medium.
It will take years for this to cause problems, but keep in mind that in these M1 MacBooks, none of the parts are replaceable. I really doubt that Apple will be making machines with user upgradable RAM after the switch from Intel is complete, except for possibly the very high end Pro models.
There is also the fact that if I am going to be doing a decent amount of video editing, a M1 with a fan will be helpful. In Safari, it's worked perfectly. Admittedly the MB was the bottom of the line and I suffered under frequent overheating issues with too many things open and the single C-port fiasco. From everything that I've seen, the lack of more RAM upgrades is not nearly as important as it was with the Intel x86 processors and is really only useful when you have many GPU intensive "Pro Apps" running at the same time.
I would never have dreamed of running Final Cut or Logic Pro on the Macbook, so this has been an amazing upgrade for me. If however, you really need a machine that is MUCH more capable, faster and cooler running than the Intel models, it's a solid buy and an amazing upgrade from any non-upgradable Mac. Capacity: GB Color: Gold. The M1 chip really is amazing.
But it only lasted five days for me. Somehow mine managed to break after using a third party USB C hub. Oh and then Apple said it would take a month to replace it with a new one. Worth the money. Beautiful laptop. Overall look is great and keyboard feel is nice. I have two MacBook Airs MBA , a 13" and a 11, both with the previous form factor the wide, body colored bezel around the screen, x resolution and this new 13" MBA improves upon it in every way almost and makes it nearly perfect.
Some have mentioned that it still sucks, but I find it much better than the older MBAs that I own and better than say, the Magic Keyboard. Even with a thin silicone keyboard cover I find the typing experience to be much better and I can type faster and with fewer mistakes. Easily tops 10 hours and super impressed so far. Love the newer I know that the actual exterior design is a few years old by now design, looks and feels great. Form factor is nice and it is a reasonable weight.
That's awesome, as it not only stays quiet all the time but you also do not need to worry about blocking any fan vents on the bottom or back of the case while you have it on your lap. Pretty amazing really for a laptop to have no fans.
Configure it with up to 16GB of memory for extra speed. This helps the computer handle multiple programs at the same time. The new MacBook Air also comes with upgraded graphics. Feel free to use programs that are heavy on graphics, such as playing games or streaming movies — the new MacBook Air offers a faster, smoother experience.
With the update, Apple tackled one of the most important components of the MacBook Air: storage. Under each key, a scissor mechanism delivers a precise, stable up-down movement. Your keystrokes are nearly silent, creating a quieter, more pleasant typing experience. Its ambient light sensor detects the amount of light in the room. Then, it adjusts the brightness behind each key to help you see clearly. Plus, since you can use different amounts of pressure, this trackpad helps you do more.
Use the trackpad to pinch, rotate, zoom, and more. Set up the system to recognize your fingerprints. Then, when you want to unlock the computer, just tap a finger on the sensor. This biometric technology makes it easy for you to get in and keeps unauthorized users out.
Touch ID also connects to your Apple Pay system for easier online shopping. This proprietary screen packs in a high density of pixels. As a result, you can see details of a website, photo, or video in perfect clarity. With support for millions of colors, the Retina display makes every image look its best.
Then, it shifts the white tone to match, so your screen always looks natural and true to life. The high-definition p camera sends out a crisp, clear image to one person or a whole group. If you connect your iCloud account, all of your iPhone contacts are automatically available. Up to 18 hours of battery life.
No fan. No noise. Just Air. With the industry-leading efficiency of the M1 chip, MacBook Air delivers amazing performance without a fan. Now an aluminum heat spreader dissipates the heat the system generates, so no matter how intense the task, MacBook Air runs completely silently.
Up to 9x faster. The magic of machine learning The machine learning technologies in the M1 chip open up a world of possibilities for Mac apps. Machine learning lets apps build and apply models based on massive amounts of data — to do things like identify friends and family in photos and videos, interpret natural language for dictation, and even analyze audio to recognize laughter, applause, and more.
And that data is processed on device to protect your privacy — all at lightning speed. Optimized for machine learning The entire M1 chip is engineered for machine learning. The power of macOS Monterey on M1. Connect, share, and create like never before using FaceTime and Messages. Explore the web on the streamlined Safari, the fastest browser in the world. More power. Wakes instantly. The M1 chip brings up to 16GB of superfast unified memory. The M1 chip and macOS Monterey give MacBook Air advanced security and privacy features beyond anything in its class, helping to keep your system and your data protected.
Dedicated AES storage encryption engine Keeps encryption keys safe while delivering incredible performance for encrypted storage and data protection. Secure boot and runtime security features Ensures that only trusted Apple software loads at startup and helps protect macOS while running. Good looking.
And easy on the eyes. MacBook Air automatically adjusts the white point of your display to the color temperature of your environment for a more natural viewing experience. Get clearer, sharper images. See more detail in shadows and highlights.
One touch is all it takes to lock or unlock MacBook Air. Use your fingerprint to rent a movie, buy an app, or access things like secure documents or system settings without having to reenter your password. And when you shop online with Apple Pay, Touch ID fills in your shipping and billing information without sharing your card details. Make purchases on the Apple TV app. Open this page using Safari on your iPhone or iPad. Learn more. Trade in your current Macbook and get credit toward a new one.
Trade in your eligible computer and get credit toward a new Mac. And pay over time, interest-free when you choose to check out with Apple Card Monthly Installments. Shop for your business. Learn about Mac in business. MacBook Air. Buy MacBook Air. MacBook Air Power. Supercharged by the Apple M1 chip.