Apple Unleashes a Fresh MacBook Air – and a Price Hike
Apple has dropped its newest version of the MacBook Air, the first major facelift of the beloved laptop since 2010. In a stunning move, the tech giant also bumped the prices of its desktop machines.
What’s New in the New “Air”?
- This machine flaunts a gleaming 13.3‑inch Retina display that’s sharper than a selfie taken on a sunny day.
- The design has been trimmed: thinner bezels mean the entire notebook shrinks by about 17 %, so you can finally tuck it into that skinny backpack without feeling like you’re carrying a brick.
- Apple has added a Touch ID fingerprint reader, so you can unlock your laptop faster than you can finish a coffee—plus, it doubles as an Apple Pay enabler for a smoother checkout experience.
- There’s a new, improved keyboard that makes typing feel like a breeze, not a grind.
Price Tag – It’s a Bit Bigger
Grab a base model and you’re looking at a price tag of $1,199, up from the previous $999. That’s a nice little boost for Apple aficionados, but if you’re on a tight budget it’ll feel a bit like a “spoiler alert” after your last Apple purchase.
Why It Matters
Apple now boasts 100 million active Mac users, so this redesign is about keeping the brand fresh and making sure the Air feels like the cool, minimal lifestyle accessory it’s supposed to be.
Bottom Line
If you’re a Mac lover, the new Air is a solid upgrade—fancy display, slimmer form, and faster log‑ins. Just remember to budget a little extra, or you’ll have to feel a little “ouch” every time you open a bag.
