The M2 MacBook Air seems like a no-brainer, until it comes time to configure it. To some, the best “new” feature is the return of MagSafe for magnetic charging (thank goodness). You also get a fantastic, slightly larger 13.6-inch display with a, iPhone-like “notch” cutout for the 1080p camera. Also eye-catching: the new “Midnight” colour a nice look for a laptop, but does pick up fingerprints easily. Gone is the device’s signature wedge-shaped chassis, replaced with a look that resembles an ultra-thin MacBook Pro. In addition to the new chip, this MacBook Air sports a refreshed design. With it comes boosts to CPU performance and big gains in GPU performance, which show legitimate improvement over the already impressive M1.
It ships with the M2 chip, the next generation of Apple silicon. Let’s start with Apple’s current golden goose: The M2 MacBook Air is what the company would love you to buy. The best all-around machine: M2 MacBook Air ($AU1,899)
Keep in mind you can always take advantage of Apple’s education discount on any MacBook you buy, even if you aren’t a student or teacher.) (Note: When discussing pricing, I’m going off of Apple’s MSRP. Buying used is a great way to pick up a solid MacBook for a very reasonable price.
There’s a separate, equally important conversation to be had about how to buy a refurbished MacBook, and we offer some tips for buying refurbished laptops in this piece. This breakdown is focused on the MacBooks currently for sale on Apple’s website. So I’m going to make things a bit easier for you: Here’s a bit about what each current MacBook Apple is all about and who it’s for, to help you decide which one to buy. It’s not easy to know which is the right fit for you, especially once you factor in the final price tag. Take a peek at Apple’s website or walk into an Apple Store and you’ll be inundated with MacBook options: MacBooks Air and Pro, of all different shapes, sizes, and specs, all vying for your attention and a significant chunk of your money.