The Air models of MacBook have gotten the much-awaited reboot. Apple did this by changing almost everything about the laptop’s previous incarnations: both inside and out. The only thing they kept that same was the name, which means that the 2018 13-inch MacBook Air has more RAM, a new eighth-generation Intel Core i5 processor, a bigger SSD capacity, USB-C Thunderbolt 3 ports, and a high-resolution Retina Display.
While the name remains the same, this version of MacBook Air can also be considered a Lite version MacBook Pro because mostly, that's what it is.
Over the last 10+ years, the classic Air was everyone's default laptop, from startup business people to creatives to college students. It was, for a very long time, considered the most universally useful laptop that one could ever purchase.
After some time, the competition shifted to thin screen bezels, higher resolution displays, regular components upgrades, thinner and lighter bodies, and bigger trackpads. This is why this reimagined MacBook Air 13-Inch corrects almost every design issues in previous versions coupled up with its own unique features.
It fits perfectly with the current MacBook design sensibility in terms of larger its size in comparison with the 13-Inch Pro and the 12-inch MacBook Air. The laptop also is much different and better than the classic Air that is still being sold.
The new MacBook Air feels and looks like half a step between the 13-Inch MacBook Pro and the 12-inch MacBook. This then leads to the phasing out of the long-standing design with small trackpads, deep keys, thick screen bezels, and multiple ports.
This review aims to look deeply into the unique features, advantages, and disadvantages of the 13-inch MacBook Air (2016), and why you should consider Kentex Cargo to ship it to your doorstep at an affordable cost.
Due to the new and improved features of this beats, Apple saw it fit to increase the pricing to a new level where it matches other MacBooks in the market currently. For the most part, the Air model always costs a whopping $1000, which is not so cheap. The pricing is, however, reasonable considering the luxury it brings, especially for the rock-solid machine that is very long-lasting.
If you are a consistent user of MacBook Air models, you will immediately tell that this reimagined machine feels a lot smaller and lighter than the previous incarnations. The 13-inch MacBook Air (2016) has a thickness of about 15 millimeters and weighs about 1.25 kilograms, which is fairly average when it comes to 13-inch laptops. Most will always go to a low of 10mm at the expense of features such as processing power and battery life. As it is, the new MacBook Air is firmly in the mainstream of slim laptops, but not leading the pack.
The screen design is the sole bit of catch-up since it cuts the thick bezel border around it by close to half bring about the sense of an edge to edge display. It is a more modern look, sharper with a long-overdue upgrade.
Just like the current 12-inch MacBook and the 13-inch Pro, this machine looks like a tank because of its solid aluminum body (100% recycled). This is one of the reasons why all MacBooks, both Pro and Air, have managed to command premium prices over the years – because Apple makes an investment in products that will stand the test of time.
The users of MacBooks often remained loyal to the previous versions of MacBook Air solely because of the island-style keyboard that had tactile feedback compared to most MacBooks that have flat butterfly mechanism keyboards. This new Air version has, however, followed suit in incorporating the super-flat butterfly mechanism just like the other models.
Some users may complain about the loss of the older keyboard style, but from lots of experience with the butterfly keyboard, it is evident that it is not as troublesome as most people think. You just have to get used to it.
With this machine, users are introduced to the latest version of the super-flat keyboard that has a membrane underneath it to help keep dust away from pasting up the keys. It would take you some time to adjust and get used to this keyboard's subtle tactile feedback, but as soon as you get used to it, it will be worth it. It makes longtime typing quite easy, and users have grown to love the keyboard.
One of the best things about this laptop is that it also includes a bigger trackpad with the same Force Touch style, just like Many other MacBooks. Meaning the machine’s trackpad uses four corner sensors to register clicks instead of the usual diving-board hinge hence making the body a lot thinner.
MacBook die-hards might take hard this kind of change, not knowing that the older keyboard was not as excellent as can be.
In case the change of keyboard is something that you do not like, then the charging port issue is going to bother you even more. More and more laptop manufacturers over the past two years have opted to go for USB-C charging ports for their premium laptops. This is as true for Apple laptops as it is for Windows.
With that said, the MacBook Air 13 inch has two USB-C ports, which is a plus considering its 12-inch counterpart only has one. This means you can do more things at the same time with this version of MacBook. For example, you can connect both the power cable and a peripheral since the adored Magsafe connector has been done away with.
Also, these USB-C ports are Thunderbolt 3 enabled; hence they can output up to two 4K display or just one 5K display.
The previous 13-inch MacBook Pro was designed with a similar pair of Thunderbolt-enabled USB-C ports, but it does not have the Touch ID fingerprint reader that the 13-inch Air has. The best part about the Touch Bar experience is the fingerprint scanner, which is a perfect addition to the Air family. The fingerprint sensor is regulated by a T2 chip that handles activation of Siri’s voice and encryption of fingerprints.
Before we look at the processor, let's appreciate the awesomeness of the Macbook Air 13-inch's fan. This fan is designed not to kick in pretty often, but when it does kick in, you will only hear it in a tranquil environment. Now, some of you might be shocked that such a slim laptop has a fan, especially for those that have used other "fanless" laptops e.g., the Acer Swift 7, Surface Laptop 2, and the 12-Inch MacBook.
A great deal of information has been given concerning the processor in this 13-inch MacBook Air. The particular Intel Central Processing unit in this laptop is a dual-core processor from the Y series. The MacBook 12-inch operates on chips from the same series, while the Pro version, just like many Windows Laptops in the same class, operates on quad-core processors from Intel's U series.
Simply put, the Y series that this laptop runs on translates to less power, less heat, and better battery life. The U series on other laptops translates to more power at the expense of battery life and cooling.
Pros
The MacBook Air 13-inch has a Retina display and is a top-shelf laptop with a world-class display. The price is high, but it’s worth it because the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
This makes it easier for you to travel with. The memory is big hence giving you enough storage for all your different kinds of files ranging from photos, videos, graphics, and others. You can also upgrade your memory if need be from 4GB RAM to 16 GB RAM.
The battery life is long enough to work for a day or work as you travel. This MacBook Pro is compatible with other devices like the iPhone and iPad. You can also upload Macs’ apps as per your requirements, store them, and use them whenever you need to. If you choose to purchase this MacBook Air 13 (2016), you can entrust Kentex Cargo with your shipping needs. We will be glad to make all the shipping arrangements from the USA to Kenya, at a considerable price and deliver it to your door
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