The Apple 13.6″ MacBook Air
now features the Apple M2 chip, which has many improvements over its
predecessor, the M1. The Apple M2 integrates the CPU, GPU, Neural
Engine, I/O, and more into a single system on a chip (SoC), this time
utilizing 2nd-Gen 5nm process technology. Tackle your projects with the
fast 8-Core CPU and take on graphics-intensive apps and games with the
10-core GPU. Accelerate machine learning tasks with the 16-core Neural
Engine. The M2 also features 100 GB/s memory bandwidth. The M2 was also
designed to speed up video workflows by adding a next-gen media engine
and a powerful ProRes video engine for hardware-accelerated encode and
decode. This means the M2 can play back more streams of 4K and 8K video.
Complete with a silent, fanless design and up to 18 hours of battery
life, the MacBook Air is still portable, but now a lot more powerful. It
also has 8GB of unified RAM and a 512GB SSD. The MacBook Air
also got a larger screen. It now features the 13.6″ Liquid Retina
Display, which has a 2560 x 1664 screen resolution for 224 pixels per
inch (ppi). The display has been expanded near the sides and top to make
room for the menu bar. This means the MacBook Air now has a larger
display with thinner bezels, giving you more screen real estate. The
display also features 500 nits of brightness, making it 25 percent
brighter than before. Add P3 wide color gamut and the display can
support one billion colors for vibrant photos and movies. With True Tone
technology, the white balance automatically adjusts to match the color
temperature of the light around you for a more natural viewing
experience. The MacBook Air is also thinner and lighter, weighing just
2.7 pounds and measuring just 0.44″ thin. Connect to the internet
via Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and use compatible wireless peripherals and
accessories with Bluetooth 5.0. The two Thunderbolt 3 ports provide USB4
support and can even connect to an external 6K display at 60 Hz. Apple
also included a three-mic array for clear recordings and calls. There is
also now a Full HD 1080p FaceTime camera, which has a larger image
sensor and more efficient pixels that deliver twice the resolution and
low-light performance of the previous generation. Combined with the
advanced image signal processor on the M2 means you’ll look great on
video calls. Keep your MacBook Air secure with Secure Enclave in M2 as
well as Touch ID. The backlit Magic Keyboard provides a comfortable
typing experience, and the Force Touch trackpad allows for precise
cursor control, pressure-sensing capabilities, and Multi-Touch gestures.
MagSafe returns to the MacBook Air. The dedicated charging port uses
magnets for easy plugging and unplugging. Please note that this MacBook Air can only output to a single external display with up to 6K resolution at 60 Hz. This
Mac comes preloaded with macOS. Updates can be downloaded for free via
the Mac App Store. Please check Apple’s website for upgrade eligibility.Apple M2 ChipNow
packed with 20 billion transistors, the Apple M2 integrates the CPU,
GPU, Neural Engine, I/O, and more into a single system on a chip (SoC).
The additional transistors, 25 percent more than the M1, improve the
features of the chip, including the memory controller that can deliver
up to 100 GB/s of unified memory bandwidth. The M2 has faster
performance cores with a larger cache and the efficiency cores have been
enhanced for more performance gains. Together, the M2 delivers up to 18
percent greater multithreaded performance than the M1. This means the
Apple M2 performs up to 1.4 times faster than the previous generation M1
while still delivering battery life of up to 15 hours of wireless web
browsing and up to 18 hours of video playback.13.6″ Liquid Retina DisplayThe
MacBook Air now features the 13.6″ Liquid Retina Display, with support
for one billion colors. The 2560 x 1664 resolution provides crisp text.
The 500 nits of brightness and wide P3 color gamut ensure that photos
and movies are brilliant and vivid, complete with rich contrast and
sharp detail.Compact DesignThe
MacBook Air lives up to its name, weighing in at just 2.7 pounds and
measuring just 0.44″ thin. The durable enclosure features 100 percent
recycled aluminum. The MacBook Air also features a silent, fanless
design.Full HD 1080p FaceTime CameraNow
with a Full HD 1080p FaceTime camera, the MacBook Air allows you to
look your best during video calls. The three-mic array features advanced
beamforming algorithms to capture clean audio, allowing your voice to
come through loud and clear.MagSafeThe
MacBook Air now features the quick-release MagSafe power connector.
MagSafe can easily attach and detach with magnets, preventing any
unintentional disconnects.True Tone TechnologyWith
True Tone technology, the display delivers a more natural viewing
experience for design and editing workflows, as well as everyday tasks
like browsing the web and writing email.Touch IDThe
advanced security and convenience of Touch ID is built into the MacBook
Air. Simply place your finger on the integrated Touch ID sensor and
your MacBook Air unlocks. Use your fingerprint to immediately access
locked documents, notes, and system settings. You can also use Apple Pay
securely during checkout while online shopping. No need to enter
shipping or billing info, and your card details are never shared.Magic KeyboardThe
Magic Keyboard on this MacBook Air features a scissor mechanism that
delivers 1mm of key travel. There’s also a physical Esc key and an
inverted “T” arrangement for the arrow keys. Combined with the Touch ID,
the Magic Keyboard provides a comfortable, accurate typing experience.Thunderbolt 3 with USB4 SupportThunderbolt
3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C
connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features
a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The
connector also supports USB4, allowing you to connect to more
peripherals, including the Apple Pro Display XDR in full 6K resolution.Performance FeaturesFor
intensive workloads like editing complex timelines in Final Cut Pro,
performance is nearly 40 percent faster than the previous generation and
up to 15 times faster for customers that haven’t upgraded to Apple
Silicon.Applying
filters and effects in apps like Adobe Photoshop is up to 20 percent
faster than before and up to 5 times faster for customers that haven’t
yet upgraded to Apple Silicon