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 8-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
256GB 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 Chip
Now 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 Display
The 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 Design
The 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 Camera
Now 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.
MagSafe
The MacBook Air now features the quick-release
MagSafe power connector. MagSafe can easily attach and detach with magnets,
preventing any unintentional disconnects.
True Tone Technology
With 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 ID
The 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 Keyboard
The 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 Support
Thunderbolt 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 Features
For 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.