The ultimate everyday notebook is better
than ever. The Apple MacBook Air now features the latest Intel
processors and graphics, faster flash storage, and a 720p FaceTime HD
camera. All packed into a notebook that's incredibly thin and light.
With up to 60 percent faster graphics performance, it makes everything
you do feel quicker and more fluid than ever. And the latest flash
storage is up to 4x faster than a traditional hard drive, making MacBook
Air remarkably responsive.
Now with two USB 3 ports, a Thunderbolt port, and an SD card slot (
view larger).
The
MacBook Air also now includes both a high-speed Thunderbolt port and
two USB 3 ports, enabling you to easily connect to external displays and
a wide variety of high performance peripherals.
This version of
the MacBook Air (model MD231LL/A) sports a 13.3-inch high-resolution
display, 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, 128 GB of flash
memory storage, 4 GB of RAM, an SD card slot, and up to 7 hours of
battery life (see full
specifications below). It also comes with the iLife '11 software suite, which includes the latest versions of iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.
Key Features
Intel Core i5 Dual-Core Processing
The
MacBook Air packs plenty of power thanks to the latest Intel Core i5
processor, which features a faster processor, more powerful graphics,
and a memory controller integrated into a single chip. The
third-generation dual-core Intel Core i5 has a 1.8 GHz speed, which can
dynamically accelerate up to 2.8 GHz to match your workload thanks to
updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
And with the Intel HD
Graphics 4000 processor, you get up to 60 percent faster graphics. So
the video you watch, the FaceTime calls you make, and pretty much
everything else you do is smoother and more detailed.
High-speed Thunderbolt and USB 3 Ports
A
high-speed Thunderbolt port allows the MacBook Air to transfer data at
lightning-fast speeds and connect displays like the Apple Thunderbolt
Display, enabling you to turn this highly portable notebook into a
highly versatile workstation. And with two USB 3 ports, you'll be able
to connect the latest USB 3 devices and access a pipeline that's up to
10 times faster than USB 2.
Because Thunderbolt is based on
DisplayPort technology, you'll be able to connect to a high-resolution
display from the same port. Any Mini DisplayPort display plugs right
into the Thunderbolt port, and you can also connect displays that use
DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, or VGA connections with an existing adapter.
You'll also be able to include your display into a daisy-chained set of
peripherals.
Flash Memory Storage
By replacing the
standard spinning hard drive typically found in laptops (as well as
desktop PCs) with flash memory, the MacBook Air delivers an almost
instantaneous boot-up when you open the display, as well as faster
application launches and snappier overall performance. Additionally,
Apple has shed the enclosure that typically surrounds flash memory
(usually about the same size as a standard hard drive), thus giving it a
smaller footprint and helping to decrease the size of the MacBook Air.
Multi-Touch Trackpad
The
Multi-Touch gestures in OS X make everything you do on MacBook Air more
intuitive, direct, and fun. You can pinch, swipe or rotate images on
the display screen with the brush of two fingers, or add more digits for
a four-fingered vertical swipe to open Expose and quickly glance at all
of your open windows.
Integrated HD FaceTime Webcam
You'll
be able to easily connect with friends, family, and business colleagues
using the MacBook Air's HD 720p FaceTime camera, which is integrated
into the thin bezel above the display and features three times the
resolution of the previous FaceTime camera. And with Apple's FaceTime
application, you're not limited to video chats with other Macs--you can
now make video calls to iPhone and iPod touch users.
Backlit Keyboard
The
MacBook Air manages to fit a full-size keyboard that makes typing as
natural as it is comfortable. And the keyboard is backlit, so you can
type with ease in even the dimmest light. A built-in ambient light
sensor detects changes in lighting conditions and adjusts the display
and keyboard brightness automatically.
Specifications
- 13.3-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with a 1440 x 900-pixel resolution
- Up to 7 hours of wireless productivity plus up to 30 days of standby time
- 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor (2.8 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache)
- 128 GB flash memory storage
- 4 GB installed RAM (1600 MHz DDR3; supports up to 8 GB)
- Intel HD Graphics 4000 integrated graphics processor
- Built-in HD 720p FaceTime camera for video chatting
- Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
- Bluetooth 4.0 for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
- Thunderbolt port
(up to 10 Gbps) with native video output support for Mini DisplayPort
plus DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold
separately)
- Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps; backwards compatibility with USB 2)
- Built-in stereo speakers along with omnidirectional microphone, headphone minijack
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 8.94 x 0.68 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 2.96 pounds
What's in the Box
13.3-inch MacBook Air, 45W MagSafe 2 power adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord, printed and electronic documentation
Limited Warranty And Service
The
MacBook Air comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a 1-year
limited warranty, which can be extended to 3 years with the AppleCare
Protection Plan.
Installed Software
At the heart of
every MacBook Air--and every Mac--is OS X Mountain Lion, the world's
most advanced desktop operating system. Since the software built into
every Mac is created by the same company that makes the Mac, you get a
fully integrated system in which everything works together perfectly.
OS X works with the processor in your Mac to deliver the best possible
performance. Power Nap even takes advantage of the Mac hardware to keep
the entire system up to date while it sleeps.
- OS X
Mountain Lion (includes Mac App Store, Safari, Mail, Messages, Calendar,
Contacts, Reminders, Notes, Time Machine, FaceTime, Photo Booth, Game
Center, iTunes, and more)
iLife helps you do more with
photos, movies, and music than you ever thought possible. In iPhoto, you
can browse, edit, and share your photos in stunning new full-screen
views. Create epic Hollywood-style movie trailers from your home video
in iMovie. And GarageBand gives you everything you need to make a
great-sounding song--including tools for keeping your song in perfect
rhythm and guitar and piano lessons.
- iLife (includes iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand)
AppleCare Protection Plan
Because
Apple makes the hardware, the operating system, and many applications,
the Mac is a truly integrated system. And only the
AppleCare Protection Plan
gives you one-stop service and support from Apple experts, so most
issues can be resolved in a single call. Extend the complimentary
service and support on your Mac to 3 years from the original Mac
purchase date with the AppleCare Protection Plan. You get direct
telephone access to Apple experts for technical questions, and you get
global repair coverage--including both parts and labor--for your Mac and
select Apple peripherals.
Optional Accessories and Related Products
 | 45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
Need an extra adapter for home or work? The MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
is held in place magnetically, so if someone trips over it, the cord
disconnects harmlessly while your MacBook Pro stays put on your desk.
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 | Apple Thunderbolt Display
The world's first Thunderbolt display
doesn't just give you more pixels. It gives you more possibilities.
Built-in Thunderbolt technology lets you connect as many as six devices
through a single port and transfer data up to 20 times faster than with
USB 2.0.
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 | Apple USB SuperDrive
Compact and convenient, the Apple USB SuperDrive
connects to your MacBook Air with a single USB cable and fits easily
into a travel bag. It lets you install software and play and burn both
CDs and DVDs, including double-layer DVDs.
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 | Time Capsule
Time Capsule is the revolutionary backup device that works wirelessly
with Time Machine in OS X Leopard or later. It automatically backs up
everything, so you never have to worry about losing important files. It
also doubles as a full-featured 802.11n Wi-Fi base station. Choose from 2 TB and 3 TB models.
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 | Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
The Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
lets you easily connect to a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet network.
Small and compact, it connects to the Thunderbolt port on your Mac
computer and provides an RJ-45 port that supports 10/100/1000BASE-T
networks.
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 | Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
The Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter lets you connect an advanced digital monitor, such as the Apple Cinema Display, to your MacBook Air.
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 | Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
Use the Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI
Adapter to connect your MacBook Air to a 30-inch display that includes a
DVI connector, such as the 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.
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 | Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
The Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
lets you connect a standard analog monitor, projector, or LCD that uses
a VGA connector or cable to a Mac with a Mini DisplayPort.
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