Macbook Air News and Articles

Apple's M5 MacBook Air drops to $899 in latest deal

Apple's latest MacBook Air is down to $899, matching one of the lowest prices seen so far for the ultraportable. The base config includes 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, and a 13.6" Liquid Retina display, while the M5 chip adds improved AI and productivity performance in Apple's fanless thin-and-light design.

By Ivan Franco, May 27, 2026, 10:35 AM

Apple Industry

Apple set to overtake Dell as MacBook shipments rise against market decline

Apple could become the world's third-largest laptop maker

By Skye Jacobs, April 27, 2026, 7:46 AM

Tech Culture Apple

Apple turns 50 with a legacy of reinventing the personal computer

Through the looking glass: Apple turned 50 this week as a multi-trillion-dollar platform company built around the iPhone, the most successful product ever made, along with laptops, tablets, smartwatches, audio gear, and a multitude of digital services. But it all began as a bare circuit board passed around a hobbyist club in Silicon Valley.

Full story By Skye Jacobs, April 2, 2026, 5:24 AM

Hardware Apple

Apple unveils MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max, refreshes MacBook Air with M5

Pricing starts at $1,099 for MacBook Air and $2,199 for new faster MacBook Pro

By Kishalaya Kundu, March 3, 2026, 2:56 PM

Tech Deals Apple

Apple MacBook Air M4 drops to $749, its lowest price yet

The MacBook Air M4 just hit a new all-time low of $749, beating its previous best of $799. The base model includes Apple's M4 chip, 16 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD, making it one of the best early Black Friday deals you can get right now. If you prefer a larger screen, the 15" version is also discounted to $949.

By TechSpot Deals, November 5, 2025, 4:28 PM

Tech Deals Apple

MacBook Air M4 hits record low at $799 (again)

This is the lowest price on record for what we consider the best ultraportable laptop. The base model 13" MacBook Air features Apple's M4 chip, 16 GB of RAM, a 256 GB SSD, and AI hardware (software is not there yet).

By Ivan Franco, November 1, 2025, 6:20 AM

Tech Deals Hardware

Prime Day is tomorrow, but today the MacBook Air M4 is a bargain at $799

If you're looking for a sleek and powerful laptop, the latest MacBook Air is a steal at just $799. The base 13-inch model features Apple's M4 chip, 16 GB of RAM, a 256 GB SSD, and some AI hardware (software is not there yet). Expect plenty more deals as Prime Day kicks off tomorrow.

By TechSpot Deals, October 6, 2025, 3:05 PM

Apple Mobile

Apple could launch another iPhone, more MacBooks, and other devices within months

M5 iPad Pro expected next month

By Daniel Sims, September 16, 2025, 7:47 AM

Hardware Apple

Apple's new MacBook may start at $599 with 12.9 inch display and iPhone 16 Pro chip

Low cost MacBook could target (and kill) Dell and HP's budget offerings

Why it matters: Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its most affordable MacBook yet – potentially starting at just $599 – in a move aimed squarely at the budget Windows laptop market. If true, it would mark Apple's most aggressive pricing play in the notebook space since the original MacBook Air redefined ultra-portable design in 2008, and could open macOS to a much broader audience than before.

Full story By Kishalaya Kundu, August 11, 2025, 3:41 PM 7 comments

Tech Deals Apple

Apple MacBook Air M4 gets $150 discount, now $849

The base model MacBook Air 13" with the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage is currently discounted to $849, down from its original $999 MSRP. With its near-perfect blend of power, build quality, display, and battery life, the Air remains one of our favorite ultraportable laptops.

By TechSpot Deals, June 23, 2025, 2:15 PM

Microsoft Hardware

Microsoft's cringey ad boasts that top Copilot+ PCs are 58% faster than the discontinued, year-old MacBook Air M3

Talk about punching down

Facepalm: It's been nearly 20 years since Apple launched the Microsoft-mocking "I'm a Mac, I'm a PC" commercials, and the two companies continue to take shots at each other in their respective ads. The latest from the Redmond giant claims that top Copilot+ PCs are more than 50% faster than a Mac – specifically, the now-discontinued MacBook Air M3 that launched in March 2024.

Full story By Rob Thubron, May 18, 2025, 8:59 AM 10 comments

Tech Deals Hardware

Apple MacBook Air M4 hits record-low price of $849 on Amazon

Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air continues to be one of the best laptops for most users. This latest model sports the M4 chip alongside excellent build quality, long battery life, and now 16GB of memory as standard – addressing one of the biggest criticisms of previous base models.

By Ivan Franco, April 28, 2025, 10:59 AM

Hardware Apple

Apple to launch iPad Pro M5 and MacBook Pro M5 this year, MacBook Air to follow in 2026

Don't expect any major design overhaul, though

By Kishalaya Kundu, March 31, 2025, 7:51 AM

Hardware Apple

MacBook Air M4 reviewed: Iterative update but now more affordable

The new M4 MacBook Air adds more RAM to the base model, which is also cheaper and improves performance. It's a solid laptop for most however it still offers limited ports and battery life is slightly lower than the previous model.

By Ivan Franco, March 11, 2025, 1:49 PM

Hardware Apple

Apple unveils M4 MacBook Air with better performance and a lower price

Now available for pre-order starting at $999

By Daniel Sims, March 5, 2025, 12:47 PM 13 comments

Hardware Apple

Tim Cook confirms Apple will unveil new Air products this week

MacBook Air M4 incoming?

By Rob Thubron, March 4, 2025, 7:44 AM

Apple Mobile

Apple M4 MacBook Air set for March launch, foldable iPhone expected in 2026

Better late than never

By Kishalaya Kundu, February 24, 2025, 7:41 AM

Hardware Apple

Upgraded iPad Air and MacBook Air with M4 chip, Apple Intelligence coming in 2025

Mac Studio, Mac Pro, and HomePod also set for an upgrade this year

By Kishalaya Kundu, January 13, 2025, 10:50 AM

Hardware Apple

MacBook Air M4 leaked in macOS 15.2 Sequoia, may feature new ultrawide camera

Expected to launch in spring 2025

By Kishalaya Kundu, December 12, 2024, 8:18 AM

Hardware Apple

Apple's MacBook Pro could ditch the notch for a holepunch in 2026, switch to OLED

The MacBook Air will get the OLED treatment too, though it will retain the notch

By Zo Ahmed, December 10, 2024, 5:02 PM

The Best Laptops: Power, Productivity, Portability, and Budget Choices

FEATURE By TechSpot Staff, December 10, 2024, 5:27 AM TechSpot Mobile

It's been an eventful year for laptops, and our fully refreshed guide features all-new models, whether you're looking for power, portability, or a budget-friendly choice.

Tech Deals Hardware

Apple's MacBook Air M2 hits new record-low at $692 right now

The MacBook Air M2 is a best in class budget laptop, especially now at less than $700. It offers amazing build quality, battery life, and solid performance without much compromises.

By TechSpot Deals, October 25, 2024, 9:26 AM

Tech Deals Hardware

MacBook Air M1 goes for the kill at $649 on Walmart

Walmart is selling the Apple MacBook Air M1 for $649, just in time for the back-to-school season. First and foremost, the Air M1 runs fast and cool, offering a solidly built design and long battery life. Specs are only decent, but in terms of usability it's a great machine that we recommend.

By TechSpot Deals, July 8, 2024, 6:41 PM

Hardware Tech Deals

Apple's MacBook Air M2 is down to $829 right now

Offering exceptional battery life and solid performance, the MacBook Air M2 is one of the best lightweight laptops on the market, even more so at this price point.

By TechSpot Deals, June 5, 2024, 2:12 PM

Hardware Apple

Apple said to be prepping several M4 Macs for late 2024 and early 2025 focusing on AI

Joining Intel Meteor Lake, AMD Strix Point, and Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

By Daniel Sims, April 11, 2024, 8:44 PM