Here's our breakdown of everything you need to know about the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch version.
Prices: Available in configurations of 128 and 256GB, the MacBook Air is priced at $999 and $1199 respectively.
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Pros: The MacBook Air comes with an updated Intel fourth-gen processor, which provides outstanding, top-notch battery backup. It lasts up to 12 hours on wireless web and up to 30 days on standby. It is extremely light in weight and has a sturdy, sleek and attractive design. The keyboard and touchpad are of the highest quality. What's more, the prices have been slashed and the device now costs $100 lesser.
Cons: With a resolution of 1440x900 (native), the MacBook Air slightly disappoints on the display front, when compared with the 13-Inch 'Retina Display' MacBook Pro models (2560x1600) or even other medium-range laptops. Secondly, the RAM cannot be upgraded after purchase. It can be upgraded to 8GB but only at the time of purchase. The touch screen feature is also missing.
Specs: The MacBook Air in its 13 inch (diagonal) version is of 1440x900 (native) resolution. It has LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors. It possesses a 1.4GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor with 4GB of onboard memory, configurable to 8GB and weighs only 2.96 pounds. The battery supports up to 12 hours of wireless web. It comes with a 720p FaceTime HD camera and works on the OS X Yosemite operating system.
Talking Points: There are rumors everywhere that Apple will merge the 13-inch and 11-inch MacBook Air models into a single 12-inch version, which will showcase the much talked about Retina display. Some reports also claim that the new model will come with a USB 3.0 port.
Very little is known regarding the 12-inch MacBook Air besides what is speculated. Most recent rumors claim that the laptop will be launched in an event in the first quarter of 2015..
Conclusion: With a faster processor, an increased battery life and a price cut, the MacBook Air is a buy that is sure to satisfy its users.
