Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight
Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight
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Highlights
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2880 x 1864 (Retina) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor Model: Apple M3 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: Apple M3 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Life (up to): 18 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: Apple
- Model Number: TI-GSRF MRYU3LL/A
- Product Name: Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- Color: Midnight
- Year of Release: 2024
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 15.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2880 x 1864 (Retina) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Apple
- Processor Model: Apple M3 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: Apple M3
- Number of CPU Cores: 8-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): Not provided (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: Apple
- Graphics: Apple M3 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: macOS Sonoma 14 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Siri (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Apple Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: false (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Power
- Power Supply Input: MagSafe
- Battery Life (up to): 18 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Cells: 6-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Media Card Reader: false (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Audio Technology: Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos
- Mac Features: Touch ID sensor
- Casing Material: Aluminum
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.45 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 13.4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 9.35 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 3.3 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- EPEAT Level: Gold (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
- Included
- Numeric Keypad: false
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 90 Days
- Warranty - Labor: 90 Days
- Other
- UPC: 400065989003
The M3 chip brings even greater capabilities to the superportable 15-inch MacBook Air. With up to 18 hours of battery life, you can take it anywhere and blaze through work and play.. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away.
- Geek Squad Certified Refurbished: Includes15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m), 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter, with 90 Days warranty.
Whats Included
- 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip
- USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
- 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter
Disclaimers
- ¹Configurable options are available.
- ²Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
- ³The display on the 15-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
- ⁴Apps are available on the App Store.
- ⁵Wi-Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported.
- ⁶Requires iCloud and internet connection.
- ⁷Apple Intelligence will be available in beta on Mac with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to U.S. English, as part of macOS Sequoia this fall.
Q: Does the MacBook Air have a media card reader?
A: This MacBook Air model does not have a media card reader.
Q: Can the MacBook Air connect to Wi-Fi 6E?
A: This MacBook Air model supports the Wi-Fi 6E wireless networking standard.
Q: What is the total storage capacity of the MacBook Air?
A: The total storage capacity is 256 gigabytes.
Q: Is the MacBook Air's keyboard backlit?
A: This MacBook Air has a backlit keyboard.
Q: What is the screen resolution of the MacBook Air?
A: The screen resolution of the MacBook Air is 2880 x 1864 (Retina).
Q: What year is this computer?
A: 2023
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Q: Does this MacBook Air come with any Guarantee?
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| Pros for Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance | Overall Performance, Portability, Processor Speed, Battery Life, Screen Size | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Processor Speed, Screen Size, Condition | Overall Performance, Portability, Processor Speed, Battery Life, Screen Size |
| Cons for Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Storage Capacity, Port Selection, Connectivity, Fingerprint Resistance, Touchscreen | There were no cons for this product— | Storage Capacity, Port Selection, Connectivity, Fingerprint Resistance, Touchscreen |
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Customers recognize the Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop for its impressive overall performance. Users highlight its awesome performance capabilities. There were no cons mentioned about this product.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Macbook
Ive had this macbook going on for three weeks now, and i really love it, its an amazing Macbook and im really happy I caught it on sale. The display is beautiful and the sound and macbook is soooo much better compared to the 2016 macbook i had, I hear sounds in music on apple music that i never knew was there. Its literallly like im in the studio with them recording their music. I don’t have to worry about my computer cutting out or glitching out like my 2016 either. HUGE UPGRADE! Please get this macbook!!
This review is from Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Starlight
ILovepluto Posted
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Laptop — Just Know It’s Refurbished
This refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch M3 offers really strong performance overall, but I want to be clear about what to expect from a refurbished unit. The M3 chip provides smooth speed and responsiveness, handling daily work, media, and productivity tasks with ease — this is consistent with professional reviewers’ praise for the M3’s performance lift and solid multitasking ability. The large display is bright and comfortable for long work sessions, and the battery life easily gets me through a full day without charging. I had no issues with multitasking or general responsiveness, and macOS Sonoma feels fluid and polished on this hardware. However, because it’s refurbished, don’t expect a completely new unboxing experience. The accessories weren’t all original Apple packaging and I noticed light cosmetic marks on the chassis that don’t affect performance but are noticeable if you’re used to new units. If you’re okay with a slightly imperfect exterior and value savings, this is a great deal, but it’s worth mentioning these refurb realities.
This review is from Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Silver
Birdie Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Purchase decision
I don’t see anything like refurbished, it’s like new with great battery life and everything works great. I don’t have any issues as of now. First time using Mac, i used to have windows all the time. Satisfied
This review is from Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Starlight
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