The redesigned MacBook Air is now available, and you should check out The Verge’s review before buying this one. The new machine features a Retina Display, two USB-C ports, Touch ID, and a lot more inside its chassis that’s thinner and lighter than previous generations of the Air. If you’re looking to pick it up, it starts at $1,199 and moves up if you want more solid state storage.
How to buy Apple’s MacBook Air (2018) with Retina Display
The long-awaited laptop refresh is here
The long-awaited laptop refresh is here
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A few retailers stock the new MacBook Air, including Amazon, which only recently began to allow the sale of Apple products in its store.
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