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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 25659 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are impressed with the MacBook Air's overall performance, portability, and speed. Many also appreciate the battery life, design, and size. However, some customers expressed concerns about the port selection, camera quality, and storage capacity. A few customers also mentioned the lack of a touchscreen.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BUY THIS OVER ANY OTHER LAPTOP.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love love love my MacBook. I’ve had two (because my mom spilled coffee on one ): ) and the most recent one I’ve had almost two years. I am a gal who always has like 30 tabs open and it never slows the thing down. I use it primarily for work but I’ve also used it on personal use. The battery life is brilliant. I’ve had plenty of other brands in laptops but they’ll never compare to the MacBook !

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Probably the best laptop for most people.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Incredible price for a laptop this good. Fast, built beautifully, amazing battery life. Even tho it's from 2020, it'll be a fast and reliable machine for years to come. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Portability, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    What she wants she……

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife was in need for a laptop and a laptop she got:) Apple has always made great laptops but with the new M1 processors this thing is super fast, light and not to mention the battery life is amazing. HAPPY WIFE HAPPY LIFE!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Air

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent product. Slim design and light weight. Ideal for every day use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great laptop. Better know your Apple, though!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great computer, screen gives a very sharp picture, very fast. Got this to replace an old 2011 MacBook Air- had a frustrating time getting the important stuff to transfer over, but that's because I'm not good with computers. There is a Migration Assistant built-in, but it didn't help with carrying over all the music I had in iTunes. All that went over was the stuff I bought from the iTunes Store years ago, none of the cds I imported. Eventually was successful, just had to use my external hard drive to do it. Anyway, so far, so good. There is some problem importing cds- Geek Squad helped with that. They downloaded an app called VLC Media Player, which has to be open when you import a cd, otherwise it's likely to say "file not found" or "missing data" or something to that effect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Phenomenal laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works perfectly and light weight. Love the pink color on it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really pleased with my new MacBook Air. It's quick and streaming is awesome. It's great for work and casual use. It's so light. Really fits everything I needed, especially now that the keyboard is fixed from the old version. Space gray is just what I wanted and it didn't take long to receive it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple is the Best

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'd been using a 15 year old MacBook Pro that I should have replaced 2-3 years ago. I'm glad I held out though as Apples' M1 chip & lightweight MacBook Air is a pleasure to use. I bought one for my wife also who is also thrilled to have this gem of a computer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Portability, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome computer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product. It’s much faster than my old desk top which is a Mac, starts up quickly and downloads faster as well. Light to carry and battery lasts a good while. Definitely recommend this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I am TOTALLY blown away by this laptop!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am TOTALLY blown away by this laptop! I haven't been a mac user since high school and quite literally figured since I have an iPhone and an Apple Watch, might as well move on to an Apple computer. And this thing doesn't disappoint! Many speak of the hype surrounding Apple's new M1 chip. It's no joke. This thing is fast. Possibly less important but still blows my mind every time are the speakers! Neatly tucked along the sides of the keyboard, these speakers produce the most "surround sound"-like audio I've ever heard from any computer. Use caution when watching true crime documentaries. This computer is thin, light, clean, yet durable. And with all things Apple, it has that sleek Apple look that everyone loves. In a perfect world I would ask for an original USB A port but we all know USB C is the future, as well as cloud storage, etc. All the things that make our lives easier. But overall I'm absolutely pleased with my purchase. A definite would buy for most anyone!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great user friendly MacBook Air

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loving my new MacBook Air so far. The fingerprint login and password reminder is fantastic and so easy to use and liking the screen image quality and sound quality as well. Seamless set up and data transfer via Migration Assistant from my old MacBook Air 2017, and definitely like the keyboard on the newer model better. Wish it had usb ports like older models and frustrated that a converter has to be bought for everything. I've also received comments from people on video calls that my audio and video quality is improved over my last computer. Lightweight, fast, performs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Laptop for any occasion

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this laptop! I thought it would be too small, but turns out it is the perfect size. It is portable and easy to operate. I love the rose gold too, very stylish. Apple really hit a homerun with his one!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    First Time MacBook Owner

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have never owned a MacBook, despite having an iPhone for YEARS. I was always afraid to take that leap because I was so used to all the other computers I’ve owned in my lifetime: Dell, HP, Asus, etc. Quite frankly, I was scared of change AND could never see me coughing up the money to purchase an apple computer. Well, when my non-apple computer took a dump on me, I was at crossroads - do I purchase a MacBook or should I go back to what I know because it’s cheaper? My husband convinced me to go with the Mac, and purchased it for me for Mother’s Day. I LOVE IT!!! if you are already an iPhone user and are familiar with all its functions, you will absolutely fall in love. It’s fast, slim, and so easy to use! I’m still getting familiar with it, but I have no complaints this far! Will update this review if and when I think of anything else!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Portability, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome laptop!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome MacBook! Great for multitasking. Looks great and is lightweight. Fastest laptop I have used in a long time and happy with the great price I received at Bestbuy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    "Elevating Productivity

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The MacBook Air has been a game-changer for my sister's school work. Its portability, performance, and stunning Retina display have made her academic life so much easier. The seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem and the reliability of macOS make it a top-notch choice for productivity. I've been so impressed with it that I'm seriously considering getting one for myself. Apple has once again proven its commitment to quality and innovation, and the MacBook Air is a shining example of this. Highly recommended for anyone in need of a powerful yet lightweight laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Saved My Life

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this MacBook Air M1 because my old laptop sounded like a lawnmower trying to take flight. This one? Silent. Smooth. Suspiciously competent. I’m starting to think it’s judging me for how slow I work. Performance: This thing is FAST. Like, opens apps so quickly I barely finish clicking. I swear the M1 chip has psychic abilities. Me: thinks about opening Chrome MacBook: “Already did it. You’re welcome.” Design: It’s Space Gray, which basically means it’s the laptop equivalent of wearing a leather jacket—cool, mysterious, and definitely too good for me. Also, it’s so thin I’m afraid a strong breeze might knock it into another dimension. Battery Life: The battery lasts longer than the enthusiasm I had for my New Year’s resolutions. I charged it once, went to work, ran errands, watched Netflix, and it still sat there like, “Is that all you’ve got?”

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Air

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great laptop! I love that it’s lightweight and a perfect size to fit in my backpack!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honest review here. I have been a windows user all my life (I’m 40 :). I’m a gamer so you know you use apple for gaming. My wife bought for school and the decided she didn’t need but I was out of window to return. So, being a tech guy ( I have built gaming pcs). I decided to take over it. I love it! The ease and fluidity in the ecosystem is seamless. I see what I’ve missed all these years. I’m a pastor so my main usage is word(which I downloaded) and research. I do love this pc. It took a few minutes to get use to. Closing tabs etc…. but once you figure it out it’s awesome. Of course I still have a pc for gaming, which I don’t use much anyway because I don’t game as much. Btw the M1 chip is fast, boots fast etc. I have a dell that my church bought for me last year for work and this Mac has already taken its place.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Macbook

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Laptop, I use it for working remotely and has enough power for most applications. I can’t comment on video editing as I don’t do that type of work. Long battery life, good portable size, easy to fit in any luggage or bag when traveling.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best macbook air! Buy this instead of M2 air

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The M1 macbook air is the best macbook air to date. The M2 is just garbage. This stays tru to its original design, feels razer thin, performs well and doesnt have that annoying useless notch

    I would recommend this to a friend
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