Michal Marek In addition to the MacBook Pro, many users were anxiously waiting to see what Apple would do with the MacBook Air. It already looks quite outdated, has wide frames around the display and lacks some modern hardware elements that have long been standard in other MacBooks - it lacks a Retina display, the trackpad does not have Force Touch technology and, of course, there is no USB-C port either. After today, it is unfortunately evident that the now legendary computer, which defined the category of ultrabooks, will not get a direct successor. It is to be replaced by the cheapest MacBook Pro without Touch Bar.
The cheapest version of the new 13-inch MacBook Pro lacks it touch panel above the keyboard and will offer a weaker 5th generation Intel Core i6 processor. But it comes with 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, an Intel Iris graphics card and two USB-C ports. The computer is available in silver and space gray, and its price is set at a not quite favorable 45 crowns.
So while Apple is trying to present this MacBook Pro as a replacement for the aging Air, some users will be rightly outraged. With such a price tag, the computer is really far from an "entry-level" model, and for many people the connectivity will also be an obstacle. As already mentioned, the MacBook Pro will offer two USB-C ports, but both the SD card reader and the classic DisplayPort and the classic USB are missing. The potential customer will therefore have to purchase new cables or adapters. A small consolation is that at least the classic audio jack has been preserved.
However, the MacBook Pro has a Retina display, a large trackpad with Force Touch technology and a compact body that is overall less bulky than the MacBook Air. Although it beats the MacBook Pro at its thinnest point (0,7 cm versus 1,49 cm), the new Pro is better at its thickest point (the Air is up to 1,7 cm thick). At the same time, the weight is the same and the MacBook Pro is smaller in terms of volume due to the significantly smaller frames around the display.
Of course, we must not forget about performance either. Of course, even the cheapest MacBook Pro has higher computing and graphics performance. But will this be enough of a reason for customers to switch from the MacBook Air? Even Apple itself is probably not sure, because the Air remains in the menu without the slightest change. Even if only in its 13-inch version, the smaller, 11-inch version has definitely ended today.
I kind of hope not, because I would like to exchange the Pro for the Air with a price tag of 25k, but the price tag of 45k is not adequate for me, even by mistake.
It's true that if it were in action (and there are a lot of Airys lately) you need 30k, so there's probably no reason to hesitate. For me, the biggest problem currently with the Air is the display. Otherwise, advice is enough for me.
Macbook Air with 8GB ram and 256 GB SSD costs more (e.g. 37 at ufoun).
Elektroword always has the lowest models on sale, which today is 8GB + 128GB SSD. And it can be bought for around 25K.
PS: Honestly, if it doesn't have at least 1TB, I don't care if it's 128 or 256.
I have a 4 year old AIR and I believe it will last a few more years for my needs.
If it doesn't stop working overnight and the repair costs half of a new machine…. (own experience)
It can happen, I'm not ruling it out. But I'll deal with that when it comes.
Well, of course... For me it will be a certain bazaar device.
It doesn't have USB or even an Esc button, but it's a bit more expensive for that. like what?
Doesn't it have ESC?? What are you talking about?
he really doesn't.
I don't know where you guys are looking, but on my 13″ MacBook Pro 2016 without Touch Bar ESC I see…
MBA is a cash cow, so Cook will keep it on the menu for as long as possible.
So that it doesn't cannibalize the sales of the Retina series, they won't even put a FullHD IPS panel in it.
At the same time, with FullHD IPS, the MBA13″ would be an unbeatable mobile notebook, in terms of cost, there is a better IPS panel with FullHD resolution not even $10.
I am now selling my Macbook Air and upgrading to a newer version. The Macbook Pro is really beautiful, but I really won't buy it for 45K. I'm mainly interested in macOS, and I'll get that even in the old Air body with new components. Shame it's just the Retina on a 26K computer, I didn't think I'd have to compromise, but it's still a great machine.