Name: Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina display, 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 128GB) - Gold (Latest Model)
Brand: Apple
SKU: B07JZYWCV1
Price: 1108.15 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Howard Waddell

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina display, 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 128GB) - Gold (Latest Model)Bought it last minute for my Wife as a last minute Christmas present, because her previous laptop died of old age (10 + years).This one lasted from December 25th, 2018 to April 15th, 2019.Started with a few black vertical bars on the left, then the bottom 1/8 of the page (covering task bar) went out in very bad "static" look.Repair estimated to be almost as much as the computer was. Never dropped or abused.Seems to be a connection bug between screen and processor or fault in the screen itself (not software).Recommend you wait to buy one until this hardware bug gets worked out.

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gina

Have had this laptop for about a week now and I am completely in love. I upgraded to the newest Macbook Air after having an Acer Chromebook from the CB3-111 series and the difference is like going from SD to HD in the blink of an eye. The Macbook Air's screen is so much crisper and brighter than the Chromebooks, not to mention two inches bigger. Really makes the display easy on my eyes and even after several hours of use. Though it's bigger than the Chromebook, the Mac is much sleeker and lighter. Really easy to transport and it powers up super fast. The functioning of the Macbook Air is equally as fast and smooth. I love how easy it was to sync my iCloud information over to it and that all my favorite websites (and some passwords) were already detected. Battery life is great, well, at least to me compared to what I had going with the Chromebook, which was only capable of holding a charge for three hours in recent months. I didn't buy this laptop for the Garage Band or iMovie so I can't say how those apps run, but I can tell you that I've had five web browsers opened at once, plus Messages, Microsoft Word, and Spotify, and I didn't experience any lags or system crashes during that time. Really don't know how that compares to operating the bigger media apps so apologies if I didn't help you out there. But if you're like me, a college student who wants something reliable and fast and albeit, a beautiful product, then go for this. I've had and worked with other Apple products before and trust me, nothing compares to Apple. If you take care of this computer by not dropping or spilling anything on it or downloading things from un-secure websites then you can possibly wind up having this computer for ten years without any major mishaps. This laptop is expensive, sure, but there's definitely a reason for why that is. That reason will be obvious to you after just a few hours of having this computer. At least, it definitely was for me.And just a quick FYI, make sure you've checked that the software is updated or else you'll have trouble downloading your apps. I had that problem when I first got it but the situation was quickly rectified once I figured out that the software was out of date. I've had no issues since. Just wanted to let you know in case that happens to you during the initial set-up.And one more quick note: Keep checking back on the listings for the Macbook Air because it fluctuates sometimes between the full price and the sale price of $999.99 (at least, that was the lowest I saw it). Unfortunately, I couldn't get to the sale price in time and purchased it at the price it's listed at now ($1,109.99) but you might be lucky enough to do so! (:

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z37

Another overpriced little laptop from Apple, using an old, obsolete CPU and the crappy USB-C. The main problem is the lack of interfaces connectivity. If you need to plug in additional peripherals, then you're in trouble. Apple needs to develop a TRUE, certified USB-C dock which will allow you to connect multiple peripherals. Spent about $100 buying cables, adapters, etc., which couldn't interface with the laptop correctly. It wasn't until I spent another $150 and bought Plugable USB C Mini Laptop Docking Station that all of my connectivity problems were solved. Save yourself some money and buy a cheaper product!

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pearlsport

First off, this review is by an average user that surfs the web, streams videos, edits photos, etc. This is our first experience with Apple computers having moved away from Windows OS based laptops. There is a big learning curve using MAC OS products, but as we already have iPads, it isn’t too bad. And as you begin to understand, it becomes seamless and smooth.The initial dislike is it only has 2 usb C Thunderbolt ports, and as one must be available for charging, you are left with just one for dedicated added peripherals. And, you will will need adapters to use former usb, sd, or hdmi products. However, those adapters are minor in cost. But usb “c” seems to be the wave of the future by most computer manufacturers, so, oh well.Aside from that, it is an impressive laptop. Fast boot up (less than 1 minute) even after installing programs and apps. That’s partly due to the ssd and new quad core i5. The Retina screen is vibrant and sharp, but perhaps a little darker than I prefer. However, this is overcome by bumping up the brightness a little in settings, which may affect battery time a little. It’s lightweight and thin construction makes it easy to be your travel companion. I have come to like the upgraded, low profile keypad. The size of the keys is generous with just enough travel and “click” to keep you typing confidently. The trackpad is also smooth and responsive with, again, just a enough “click”. I chose not to use the fingerprint ID but use a password instead as there are multiple users in our household. But other reviewers indicate the fingerprint ID works wonderfully. This MacBook Air handles multitasking with ease for the average user, and 256gb SSD is more than adequate for us, and I can see 128gb as being subpar for even the most light user. The last thing to consider is build quality. Apple prides itself on this, and it shows. And looking down the road, a Mac is always sought after and holds a high value. Win-Win.

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Sean Ray

I really wanted to love it. I have had this machine now for 11 days. I don't use it every day, and when I do, the use is very mild, yet for some reason, a few days ago my speakers began to crackle and have a static-like sound to them [while listening to audio at low-mid volume]. I am positive it is not just the music/video I am listening to, as I am familiar with how they should sound.I've recently become a fan of apple. I love their products, I have an iPad, iPhone, AirPods, etc, the works. I was in the market for a new computer anyway, and thought "why not." The price tag has always been scary, but then again, this IS apple and you should expect to pay for quality--which is NOT what I received. Perhaps this is just the hardware on the device that I received personally. Needless to say, I will be returning the laptop promptly and perhaps purchasing the Pro... from an actual apple store... (something I should have done to begin with, and that I recommend others to do as well).

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Fabi

Overall specs are impressive as everbody else have also reviewed about this beautiful laptop. My only problem is its camera ,its so poor that i would not like to make any video call through it. I would rather use my iphone or my ipad which have much much better camera resolution.

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ffSteve61

After leaving Windows computers back in 2007 for Mac I decided to give Windows on more try to save some money. I purchased an Asus Zenbook S 13" laptop with Windows 10 Pro, Core i7 processor and 256 ssd. Battery life was rated at 9 hours,I got 4.The keys felt loose and sloppy. The trackpad was ok but tough to be precise. Web pages took a long time to fully load, and I had to manually adjust the display and keyboard brightness. So I sent it back and went with the MacBook Air . The MacBook Air is what you expect from Apple. Its extremely well made, the keyboard feels great and I love the fact that the display and keyboard lighting adjusts automatically. Battery life is great and web pages load fast, no jumping. The ability to make and receive calls and messages from your iPhone is something you just can't do on a windows laptop and I really missed it with the windows computer. MacBooks just work right every time. My suggestion is that if your going to spend close to 1000 dollars for a windows laptop, just spend a little more and get the MacBook Air. Windows has gotten better since the windows 8 mess but it still isn't on par with Mac OS.

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Frank Registrato

I switched from PC to Mac on this purchase. The only thing I am having a hard time getting used to is the size of this keyboard. I am also kind of blind so it being able to pump up the text size is good too. I have always loved the way Apple products link together and this is no exception. Super easy to connect and very user friendly. It's a bit of a learning curve to get into iOs, but I'm am a little familiar. Actually, my first computer was an Apple. Back when they were called Apples. LOL. Seriously, this is a fierce piece of gear. I studied a bit before I purchased and it's as fast as I'd hoped. Photoshop is running nice and quick and the password stuff with "Keychain" is great. I love this computer and am sure I will continue to love it. Happy Mac convert. :)

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PJ

Very beautifully made. The keys sit completely flush which may be annoying if you are standing and the laptop is raised up. For example standing a the kitchen hightop countertop. The Gold color is definitely rose gold. I see this as a score because it was for my wife on Valentines day. It is slightly smaller then the previous years bit feels much more durable and strong. The apple logo does not light up either but in my opinion that saves battery life.

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Consumer

Purchased as a gift for my spouse - who tends toward finding something wrong with everything - and all I’ve received is positive feedback. The screen is beautiful. The thinness is remarkable. The only issue I have is there was no option to buy the usually $129 3-year extended warranty from Apple. I should’ve known that the price was too good to be true: at $999 basically $200 cheaper than everwhere else ( when purchased)... now we are having problems buying the plan from APPLE for a new product and the cost is $249! You live and learn. Luckily there’s an Apple store here we can go to. But next time I won’t buy without that option.Gotta say, as an Apple convert, their products last and last. I never had a windows-based machine last more than 1-1/2 to 2 years. The last laptop I bough my spouse - a top of the line Toshiba - got a virus after 6 months that basically rendered it a doorstop.My 5 or 6 year old Airbook? Still lightning fast and never had a virus issue (the screen is showing age and looks pretty crappy compared to the new ones - but that’s not enough to justify a new one!).My iMac desktop from 2011? Slow now but still kicking and the 21 inch screen is still amazing: bright, clear: not one pixel gone bad all these years. . I use it as my “entertainment center” at my office: stream audio from Spotify to a Bluetooth stereo.

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Cat

I purchased this MacAir for my husband as a Xmas gift. There has been NO problems to report as of yet. My husband is happy with the performance but this Macbook Air was very expensive compared to other Macbook Airs.UPDATE: The battery life under "normal" use ONLY Lasted 8 hrs. compared to Apple claims of 12 hr. battery life.BUYER BEWARE: It has also been reported that the new MacBook Air models could eventually be impacted because of a cable design issue that MacBook Pro models are having. The cable wraps over the display board and could potentially exhibit the same failure (see description of problem below for details ) as the MacBook Pro models . It is disheartening that once Apple product stood for QUALITY but no longer when you hear about issues with the MacBook Pro. Unfortunately, I purchased this MacBook Air BEFORE I read about "flexgate" issue.Description of problem: Most recently it has been reported that some 2016 and later MacBook Pro models appear to be displaying issues with uneven backlighting caused by a delicate and easy-to-break flex cable, which has been dubbed "flexgate." The flex cables are loosely wrapped around the display controller board and when the MacBook's display is opened, the cables are pulled tighter, leading to tears and problems over time. The issue can impact any 13 or 15-inch MacBook Pro model manufactured in 2016, 2017, or 2018, though it appears to be affecting Touch Bar models more frequently. When you first buy a MacBook Pro, the flex cable functions perfectly. With repeated closing and opening of the MacBook Pro's lid, however, the durability can decline, leading to the display issues. Since it takes time for the cable to break down, machines experiencing this issue generally do not display it for several months to years after purchase. Because it takes time to show up, affected MacBook Pro models may no longer be under the one-year warranty. Unless you have AppleCare +, Apple is charging upwards of $600 for customers who are out of the warranty period to fix the problem. There have been more & more complaints on the MacRumors forums and the Apple Support Communities. Apple hasn't commented on the issue at this point in time, and there is no repair program in place. So far, Apple is NOT standing behind their design flaw.

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El Zorro

This is my first ever mac. I've had lots of pc's in the past and I can't believe how fast, smooth, comfortable the new macbook air is. It is very portable, easy to pack/carry and lightweight. It boots up in seconds, compared to the several minutes it takes my pc to boot. The retina screen is super crisp - great for photo editing and viewing. The keys are perfectly placed and weighted. It may sound weird to say, but I actually make fewer typing errors on this keyboard. Trackpad is large and intuitive. Performance is fast and smooth. This is easily the best computer purchase of my life.

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Amazon Customer

Very nice display, but unreliable for me -- within a week of receiving it, all the keys on the keyboard to the right of the 7/u/j/m line ceased to work. I was able to return it without question to the Amazon Seller, so that part worked well. Subsequently, I have read that keyboard problems are fairly common in the new MacBook Air and some MacBook Pros.Some other notes -- the retina display is fantastic, but the 2 USB2 ports, video display port, charging port, and SD card port have been replaced with only TWO USB-3 (Lightning) ports. That meant I had to invest in adapters to meet all my needs. I am now stuck with those adapters, since I have returned the computer. I think Apple has flubbed on this one.

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argsv

I really thought people complaining about the webcam quality were exaggerating. I turned out that they were not.I had to return this laptop because the webcam quality is terrible. I have a five year old iPad with a better camera quality than this macbook air. I have another Asus laptop that is six years old with a comparable if not better webcam.Keep in mind that this laptop does not have regular USB ports, HDMI or anything other the USB-C ports. I believe this is an overpriced machine.

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Amy

I think buy a MacBook Air for a long time, the new MacBook Air come out I just so excited about the gold color, l watched a lot YouTube video compare the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, even though a lot people say MacBook Pro is more powerful but I really don’t do any videos editing and photoshop works also the MacBook Air is cheaper, l can save $540 dollars. I got $200 off, l think $1199 for the new MacBook Air 256gb, this is not bad choice.

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Triggerhappy

I finally bought a MacBook. I just prefer the aesthetic, the minimalist-ness of it, its fast to boot, its silent, its lightweight... though I expected it to be lighter. Its easy to travel with, which is why Bought it over the Pro. No problems thus far. Maybe the lighting could be a bit higher. Otherwise its fast and the best for travelers. Love the keyboard, I can type pretty fast with it.

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Islander

After twenty five years of struggling with PCs I finally decided to go over to the dark side. After all these years of down loads, upgrades, slow downs, anti virus, viruses and having to wait sometimes up to an hour to use my computer every time I turned it on. I finally had enough and brought a MacBook Air and all I can say is it is great....After four months of daily use I have to say it is lighting fast, lightweight, beautiful to look at and most important very reliable....

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Joseph

The 2018 Macbook Air isn't a "game changer" like it once was, but it is still a damn good laptop.TL:DR: The Macbook Air has a great screen, best in class battery life and trackpad, a good keyboard imo, and more than enough power to accomplish everything you want to do EXCEPT play graphically intense games or edit 4K video. The screen upgrade is worth the extra $200 to upgrade from the older Macbook Air, if only for your eye health alone. If you value battery life, then get the Macbook Air over the 2017 entry level Macbook Pro.The best upgrade in the 2018 Macbook Air is hands down the new screen. The previous models of the Macbook air used a TN panel with a relatively low pixel density. By today's standards, it is pretty well unusable (even though Apple still sells it for nearly $1,000 dollars.) In the 2018 edition of the Macbook Air we FINALLY get Apple's Retina display, after about 7 years since it debuted on the Macbook Pro lines. The display has a 2560 x 16000 pixel screen, which yields a pixel density of 227 ppi. In practical terms, that means the 2018 Macbook Air screen is not even comparable to the screen on older models of the Macbook Air. It is worth every cent of the extra $200 retail to upgrade to the new Macbook Air. Take mercy on your eyes, don't subject them to that horrid TN panel on the older Macbook Air. I type all day and this screen causes me to have considerably less eye fatigue. Seriously, if for no other reason but the health of your eyes, do not go with the old Macbook Air.The second best thing, and most important thing for me, is battery life. I commute and am always on the go. I get 7-10 hours of regular use, including using Chrome as a web browser, not just Safari. That is pretty much the best laptop battery life you can get in any laptop on the Market right now. It beats the best real world use I remember getting on my Macbook Pro by about 3-4 hours. Plus, the welcome addition of USB-C ports means you have considerably more options to charge the laptop. Due to the low watt processor, you can even charge the laptop with cordless power bank. This is the reason I ultimently decided to go with the 2018 Air over the 2017 Macbook Pro 13" without touch-bar.The biggest surprise to me was the keyboard. I have used some of the previous models with Apple's butterfly switches and was not a fan. This 3rd generation of the Butterfly switches, which Apple claims is its most durable yet, actually feels really good to me. If you have every used the external Apple Macbook Keyboard, it feels a lot like that keyboard. The travel is not great, but it is enough. The keys are big and easy to strike. Overall, I was most worried that I would hate this keyboard, but I actually.... really like the keyboard. A lot.The biggest drawback to the Macbook Air is the raw power of the machine. To get the great battery life, Apple had to use a 7 watt intel chip, as opposed to the 15 watt intel chips in the updated Macbook Pros. I haven't, however, had a single issue with performance with my workload. I have had up to a dozen chrome tabs open, Microsoft word, and played Youtube 4K videos without any noticeable lag. I have even found editing photos in Pixelmator to be snappy and responsive. The areas I have noticed slowdown is with editing 4K video even in Final Cut. I don't do much video editing on a laptop because I like myself, so it isn't really an issue with to me. Also, like most Mac users I don't play video games on a mac laptop so that is not an issue to me either. It should be noted, however, that both USB-C ports are Thunderbolt 3 compatible so it is in theory possible to plug in an external gpu and 4K monitor and transform this laptop into a sufficent 4K video editing rig.Overall, I loved the Macbook Air when it came out but that terrible TN panel just became an issue to me as I became older and my eyes became more tiered. For that reason I had moved away from a Macbook Air to the Macbook Pro, even though I find the Macbook Pro battery life to be kind of crappy. I am happy that the Macbook Air finally has an upgraded screen, so I can get the benefits of that amazing battery life without destroying my eyes. I would recommend this laptop to anyone who likes Macs, and doesn't want to play graphically intense games or edit 4K video.

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Kevin

I was kind of cautious when I decided to buy this new MacBook Air. I had been a longtime Windows user and honestly love Windows 10 so the decision to buy an Apple Laptop was hard. Especially after reading the reviews by the Verge, CNET, Apple Insider and other outlets, I was wary of buying this product. However I have been pleasantly surprised by the complete hardware and software experience.The first consideration of mine was battery life. Since I'm a student and frequently travel, I need something that I could confidently carry without a charger for extensive periods. While Apple advertises 12 hours in certain situation, I have gotten up to 15 hours with a mix of web browsing, word processing, messaging on iMessage & WeChat, and multimedia consumption (no-gaming). A full charge on this laptop lasts me at least 1.5 days of full business. I don't know how this will hold up over time but I'm loving it!The infamous butterfly keyboards filled me with trepidation when purchasing the model but they are actually really nice. I think they have a good (not amazing) amount of travel and they are enjoyable to type on. As for longevity issues, I think they are mitigated with the membrane Apple added and a cheap but effective keyboard cover. Also TouchID works like a gem but wouldn't FaceID be appropriate since this is Apple in 2018? Lastly, the touchpad is a masterpiece. Responsive, accurate, and customizable, it is eons better over anything Windows or, god-forbid, Chromebooks.As for internal hardware, I know reviewers have tout the Y-Series as a weaker inclusion in the MacBook Air. But for me and my mix of productivity task, it works at lightning speed and a good upgrade over the Intel Pentium models I used beforehand. The 128GB baseline storage, while meager and laughable at the price point, is enough for someone who can rely on external storage or cloud services. The two USB-C ports both can charge and while annoying, the transition to USB-C from all the other ports is probably something that will future-proof the laptops (just have an adapter with you). The Retina display isn't a huge upgrade from some of the mid or even upper range Windows laptops now and the lack of touchscreen capabilities is slightly inconvenient in certain situations but does prevent annoying fingerprints. The webcam is lacking pixels and isn't anything special but to be honest, how often do you use your webcam in this day and age?You probably can get something better value if you would like to stick to Windows. I switched because of attractive pricing and the fact MacBooks apparently last forever. A few of my friends are still sticking to their early 2010s MacBook Airs and Pros so I figured it was worth it over Windows laptops that sometimes just last for one or two years. MacOS, while different and foreign for a Windows user, is actually very intuitive once you get used to it (I still can't figure out right clicking sometimes). But all in all, a great laptop, very safe bet if you were to consider buying, but wish it was more innovative in certain aspects. Totally would recommend!

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NorCal tech guy

Amazon had the new MacBook Air on sale for $999 and I jumped on it to replace my 2011 11" MacBook Air even though that laptop was still working fine and looking like it was 6 months old rather than 7 years old. I decided to upgrade because the old MacBook Air became ineligible for OS upgrades and was laden with older technology (USB 2.0, 802.11n, low-res screen) and the battery would only last about 90 minutes.I love the new unit and it pretty much exceeds my expectations in every way. It feels about 3x faster than the old machine, the screen is much sharper (and bigger), sound is significantly better and the battery lasts me about 8-9 hours with brightness cranked up fairly high. I also like the new keyboard and the bigger trackpad.I do wish that Apple still made this system in a 11" screen form factor but I guess that I am in the minority in that regard. I also wish that Apple/Amazon sold the 16GB configuration of the MacBook Air but they only sell it as a custom configuration directly from Apple. I would have happily paid for extra memory to better future proof the system. But currently the 8GB are sufficient for most usage scenarios.Highly recommended to people who want a basic but high-quality laptop that can last a long time. Probably the ideal college student machine, especially if you can get it on sale.

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William Hunter

I've been using my mid-2011 macbook air since, well, mid-2011 and have been impressed with how well its held up. The recent update to High sierra gave it new life. As most of what I do is web-based, it works great. So I was excited to see the new model come out and thought I'd treat myself to an upgrade. Unfortunately, after keyboarding on it for a few days, the experience was underwhelming. The keyboard is loud. Perhaps I've grown accustom to the soft feel of 'old reliable' but I just dont like it. The 'clacky' sound is not music to my ears. I had a macbook pro last year for work and feel the experience was similar but not as noticeable. The fan is loud. And seems to run quite a bit under normal load. I don't want my notebook to be a white noise machine. I did like the larger touchpad and the fingerprint reader. I'm sure the processing speed is an improvement but I didn't notice much difference.

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Tomas

Display like 2015 Macbook pro, 300 nits brightness. Apple called that upgrade?Totally not worth the price.Camera720p FaceTime HD camera ? Seriously? Now 2018

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Social science professor

This review is not for power users (edit video regularly) - they should buy the more powerful MB Pro. The Pro without a Touch Bar is in the same price range as this MB Air and is a better option.This review is also not for people who need the smallest, lightest possible computer capable of running macOS, and are willing to sacrifice performance for portability. They should buy the 12" MacBook.If you're in neither of these groups, if you are a mainstream user and you're not willing to buy a cheaper Windows machine, this review is to help you decide if the 2018 retina MacBook Air is the right Mac for you.I bought a silver one on launch day from my local Apple Store. I use it every day.Here's my basis for comparison: I started with a 13" MacBook Air in 2010 and then an 11" Air in 2012; I loved both except for the low-resolution TN displays. In 2015, I bought a 13" retina MB Pro, which I replaced 3 weeks ago with this 2018 MB Air. At work, I use a MB Pro with Touch Bar, which my employer bought for my office in 2016.I really love using the new MB Air and think most mainstream Mac users will, too. The form factor is great. It's comfortable to hold and comfortable to use. The screen is fantastic compared to the previous generation MB Air. It has enough power for all of the computing I do, which includes a ton of writing, spreadsheets, analyzing data with SPSS/Stata/GRETL, web browsing with 10 tabs open at a time, listening to music in iTunes or streaming from TIDAL or Spotify, watching videos in YouTube and Netflix and movies I've purchased from iTunes, and editing photos. I really don't edit video. You can find reviews from others who do, and they will tell you that this MB Air can handle a bit of video editing now and then just fine, but it struggles, and really shouldn't be used if you edit video regularly - especially 4K video.KEYBOARD: I loved the previous chiclet-style Apple keyboards that Apple has stopped using. I used to complain about the newer butterfly keyboards. My computer at work is the first MB Pro to have the new butterfly keyboard and it is problematic. So I wasn't expecting I'd like the keyboard on the 2018 MB Air.But I do. Because of the reduced key travel, I've modified my typing style to type with a light touch. (I didn't TRY to do this, it just happened.) I can now type just as fast and just as accurately as on the previous keyboard, and with this light touch the keyboard isn't loud at all. I actually enjoy typing on this keyboard, and I don't miss the older type of keyboard.DISPLAY: Obviously, it's way better than the previous MB Air display, which used the same display technology since 2010. It's an IPS display which means better color and way better viewing angles. And it's retina, or high-resolution.When I first got the new MB Air, I compared it side-by-side to my 2015 retina MB Pro before I sold that unit. To my eyes, they look equally bright and equally color-rich. Since my Pro was always bright enough for me, I'm sure the new MB Air will be, too. After I did this comparison, I checked the specs - both screens are rated at 300 nits of brightness.I compared the new MB Air I bought for personal use to the newer MB Pro that my employer provided for my office use. The Air isn't as bright as the newer Pro, and the colors aren't as rich. The newer Pro is one of the Touch Bar models and the display has "true-tone" technology. It looks really great. But that computer, the 2018 version, costs way more than the 2018 MB Air, and I'm perfectly happy with the display on the 2018 MB Air.USB-C PORTS: I used to complain about Apple replacing the very common USB-A ports with the newer USB-C ones. "Dongle hell!" Well, now that I have a new MB Air with USB-C ports and no USB-A, I can tell you that it really isn't a big deal, not for me, at least. I bought a Satechi USB-C dock which has 3 USB-A ports, ethernet, HDMI, SD card slot, two USB-C ports, and pass-through charging. That's really all I need. It's about 2.5" long and weighs about 3 ounces, so it really isn't a burden to carry it in my laptop bag. In the 3 years since Apple began the transition to USB-C on its computers, many affordable solutions have become available. Like cables with a USB-C plug on one end, or tiny adapters you plug a USB-A cable into and it can then plug into a USB-C port.In summary, the "downsides" I was worried about - the butterfly keyboard, the move to USB-C ports, and the display not being as bright as the newer MacBook Pros - are non-issues, at least for me. They might be for you, so make sure you buy your computer from a reputable retailer that accepts returns with no restocking fee.If you buy this, I would URGE you to get a bigger SSD. The 128gb SSD in the base model is not going to be enough for most people. (But if funds are really tight, you could probably get by with a 128gb SSD and a relatively inexpensive 128gb thumb drive.)The new MB Air isn't the best choice for everyone. But it is for me, and might be for you. Good luck with your purchase decision!

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Wanhope

Came in great condition. My wife loves the color and we are a MAC family and we weren't dissapointed by the new Macbook Air. I was able to get in the 256gb version so that was a plus. Don't really need 16GB RAM so I didn't waste money it although they didn't have it anyways for sale on Amazon yet.

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Amanda G.

I really like the fact that this little comp does everything it claims to do - extremely well. Yes, it's expensive but it is Apple quality and NO MS Windows!! I grew up on Windows and will not go back to that as my "daily driver" after Windows 8. Don't get me wrong I do have another Windows DT that I use sporadicly, but MS lost me for good at Windows 8!! MS machines are cheaper, but you do really get what you pay for.Folks are getting this little guy confused with a Mac Pro. Yes, those are more capable laptops, but they are more expensive and most people do not need/want the added performance. If you really want TOP screaming fast gamer performance I wouldn't buy a Mac at all. I'd buy a PS4 or an Xbox.It's a great deal for an Apple laptop at 999 plus tax. I was not going to pay 1100 for it, as I would have went for a Mac Pro if that were the case. That said I do NOT NEED over 128GB on board, as 3rd party external storage is very cheap, and the added cost is not worth $200 inmo. BTW I am on the computer for business and this is laptop is not a slouch. It's gotten an unfair shellacking online, but is definitely worth the $999 price, if you can find that. I happen to live near a store tat was doing a pickup only for that price.I love the fingerprint security. It's a huge time saver! As far as sweat shop labor, please name me a US manufactured computer and I'll be all over it and I'm not talking one you "build" with all "slave labor" parts.Folks get really upset for no reason about other people that prefer Macs over Windows. Save your energy for something productive!Buy it if you need it for the usual tasks of a ver small laptop computer. If you need a HEAVY gaming/video photo device then obviously don't buy this one. It's simple, just look at the specs folks. The air never claimed to be a PRO or an Xbox.

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A.C.

This replaced a 2012 MBPr, which by apple standards had a year or 2 left before the OS upgrades stopped. But instead of waiting I evaluated what I do with laptops these days. From surfing the internet to editing photos and videos, I knew I didn’t need another MBP. By choosing this laptop I knew what I was giving up, but what I gained in portability, speed and overall performance outweighed any sort of negative. So far this laptop is amazing, from the Retina display to the right form factor I don’t have much negative to say. Do I wish there were a couple more ports, sure. Aside from that, know what you’re getting here, a capable laptop that’s portable, with decent performance and of course Apple quality.As for those concerned about the price, there a premium using MacOS. Considering it’s lean speed and intiative ways over windows, it’s worth the little bit extra.

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Al Roge

It's a great laptop, especially love how the gold matches the new iPhone XS and the Series 4 watch however it is overpriced by at least $300. The processor performance is closer to the Macbook 12" rather than the Macbook Pro. The Macbook Pro can be had for just $100 more and with sales on the pro happening often, I wouldn't really suggest anyone to go with this when you can get a lot more for your money for virtually the same price at places like Best Buy.

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Rehomore

I've been playing around with the new Air for the past five days and so far at least, am quite happy that I decided to upgrade from my 2013 version. That computer has provided excellent service for the past five years and still works well, but when I saw that Apple was offering $265 on a trade in, I decided to go for it. Here are my early impressions:It looks and feels better. It is sleeker, and surprisingly lighter, smaller and well, just nicer to play with. Slimmer bezels and thinner case make this computer extremely portable. I was a bit hesitant to go with the gold color, but it looks great and the color is a bit darker than the rose gold IPhone that I have.It is faster. It has a better processor and more memory. Maybe for complex tasks the Pro might be better, but for everyday web browsing, video watching, music, email etc., the new Air is definitely an upgrade.The retina display is beautiful. Not to take anything away from the 2013 model, which has an excellent display, but this is very nice. It's not quite as bright as the older model, and I find myself adjusting it to the highest, or near highest level. This is obviously affecting battery life, which seems good to me in any event. But I don't think 12 hours is a reasonable expectation, unless the screen brightness is set pretty low.The keyboard is nicer and the speakers sound surprisingly good. Pretty amazing when you consider how thin this laptop is. You will notice more bass, and clear and louder sound. The touch ID is cool. It recognizes my fingerprint in a split second with no issues.On the negative side, it's expensive. For the price, it should probably have more hard drive space. And it's a somewhat ridiculous $200 to upgrade to 256 GB. I also kind of wish it had a regular USB port. Welcome to the future. It does have a regular phone jack though. That adapter you need for the newer IPhones always bugged me.One more thing I just remembered. The viewing angles have been drastically improved. On my old Air, you had to tilt the screen just right and place it directly in front of you. Big difference here.Overall, this is a very beautiful laptop, and a great update if you are looking for something new.

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Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina display, 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 128GB) - Gold (Latest Model)

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