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MacBook Air Called "Sexiest Laptop Ever"
The Mac Lawyer —
... "The MacBook Air is the sexiest laptop ever. …it’s like nothing you’ve ever laid your
hands on. And yes, you have to lay your hands on it to get the full
effect." So begins the love letter from National Geographic's Steve Casimiro to the MacBook Air. ...
Reflections and Recommendations on Notebook Cases and Sleeves
The Mac Lawyer —
... sleeves, I decided to give the InCase Neoprene Sleeve a try.
Although very basic, it provided excellent protection for my MacBook, and it was very lightweight. I could also squeeze a legal pad, very thin file, or magazine into the sleeve if necessary. After a few months, I found myself wishing that it had a little pocket or some way to carry smaller items, but it was certainly more than adequate for its intended purpose.
When I got my MacBook Air in June, I decided to look for a new case. The InCase Sleeve would work ...
MacBook Air Software Update 1.0
MacCentre701 —
MacBook Air Software Update 1.0 MacBook Air Apple has released a (software) update for MacBook Air . Apple says "The MacBook Air Software Update 1.0 addresses issues with video playback and processor core idling." Apple also noted that third-party software that modifies processor operating characteristics such as frequency and voltage is not supported and should be removed before installing this update. Download the update: MacBook Air Update (22 August 2008) Apple introduced the ultrathin and ultraportable MacBook Air in mid January (during MWSF ...
Apple refreshes 17-inch MacBook Pro and MacBook Air
AppleInsider —
... Published: 01:00 PM EST As an aside Tuesday, Apple also announced that it's refreshing both MacBook Air and the 17-inch MacBook Pro, though both systems will largely retain their existing industrials designs. MacBook Air The new MacBook Air , which continues to weigh in at 3 pounds and measure only 0.16-inches at its thinnest point and 0.76-inches at its thickets, now includes the new NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics chipset and a faster architecture to provide robust support for 3D games and enhanced performance. New models will start at $1,799 and be made ...
MacBook Air gets a bigger drives, NVIDIA 9400M graphics
Infinite Loop —
... , Apple announced small but welcome changes to the MacBook Air . Though nothing about the wafer-thin notebook is radically different, it does offer much larger drive options, updated NVIDIA integrated graphics, and the new Mini Display Port that will be used across the entire Mac line. The MacBook Air retains the thin aluminum exterior, 1280x800 pixel LED-backlight display with iSight, and large, multi-touch trackpad of the previous version. The updated Air still uses either a 1.6GHz or 1.83GHz Core 2 Duo processor, but, thanks to the new NVIDIA GeForce 9400M chipset, has a ...
The new Macs have landed
jkOnTheRun —
... above but in the larger size. The starting model of the new Pro has a starting price of $1999 you get a 2.4 GHz/ 1066 MHz bus Intel processor, 2 GB of RAM, 250 GB hard drive, SuperDrive, both a NVidia 9400M (256 MB) and 9600M (512 MB), 15.4-inch Glossy screen (1440x900), iSight, ExpressCard and all the connectivity options of the other models. The new Macbook Pro is rated at 50 Watt/hr for 5 hours of "wireless productivity" according to Apple.
Macbook Air
The Air is not changing much, primarily a bigger hard drive of ...
new MacBook family redefines notebook design
MacCentre701 —
... environmental standards, and leads the industry in the elimination of toxic chemicals by containing no brominated flame retardants, using only PVC-free internal cables and components, and using energy efficient LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. The new MacBook, 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro are now shipping now. T new MacBook Air will be available in early November. For more detail about MacBook family please refer to MacBook , MacBook Air and MacBook Pro web pages.>> more MacCentre701 October 2008 reports ...
New MacBook Air Adds Capacity and Graphics Performance
TidBITS: Mac News for the Rest of Us —
... As expected, the MacBook Air remained largely untouched during Apple's refresh of the rest of the MacBook line, receiving only a few small but welcome upgrades that improve the svelte laptop's specs. Included in these is an updated graphics card - a move to the Nvidia GeForce 9400M, the addition of a 120 GB hard drive, and the inclusion of the new Mini DisplayPort. Two versions priced at $1,799 and $2,499 give you 1.6 GHz and 1.86 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processors respectively - no changes there. The higher end model comes standard with a new 128 GB SSD, though you can save $500 ...
Apple Rolls Out New MacBook Family Designs
Inside Mac Games —
... start at $1,999 and come with 2.4, 2.53, or 2.8GHz processors. No major changes have been made to the 17" MacBook Pro as of yet, though Apple now offers an LED display and either a larger hard drive or a solid-state drive. The MacBook Air also received an update, including a larger hard drive and the inclusion of the GeForce 9400M integrated graphics chipset, with a starting price of $1799. Apple - MacBook Pro Apple - MacBook Apple - MacBook Air
Or one could just get a MacBook and a MacBook Air
MacUser —
So while Apple now has its own "Which MacBook Are You?" quiz, I've been mulling over a specific question: "Macbook Air vs. MacBook?" This chart helps break the down the differences between the new MacBook and its skinny-butt sibling, the MacBook Air, which is getting its own under-the-hood updates in November.
So at a glance, how does the MacBook stack up against the MacBook Air? Using the base configurations for each machine, it appeared that the new 4.5-pound MacBook beat the MacBook Air when it came to: CPU, hard drive, internal optical ...
Obama :: The First Mac President?
The Mac Lawyer —
... reported last Friday that on election night, the winning ticket was seen using Apple products. Specifically, Vice President-Elect Joe Biden was pictured looking at information on a MacBook Air while holding a 3G ...
MacBook Air 2nd Gen Review [Review]
Gizmodo —
... another machine. It's not a fast laptop when compared to its bigger brothers, but it's not a slug either. People who just want a thin, portable and light machine—mainstream folks—are the primary target. But, at $1799 and $2499 for the 1.6GHz and 1.86GHz versions, the Air still lands somewhere, in both price and features, between the pro user and the casual user, meaning that you should think twice and see if either the MacBook or the Pro would be better suited for you. [Apple] ...
Apple Refreshes MacBook Line at WWDC
TidBITS: Mac News for the Rest of Us —
... Updated MacBook Air -- The MacBook Air drops in price, with one configuration providing a 1.86 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 2 GB of RAM and a 120 GB hard disk for $1,499 (down $300), and another offering a 2.13 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 2 GB of RAM and a 128 GB solid-state drive for $1,799 (down $700). ...
WWDC Recap :: New and Updated MacBooks
The Mac Lawyer —
... 15" models now come equipped with a lithium-polymer battery that Apple claims lasts for up to seven hours, while battery on the the 17" model lasts for eight hours.
Other notable improvements include a new SD card slot on the 13" and 15" models, as well as two USB 2.0 ports (three on the 17" model) and a FireWire 800 port. The LED-backlit widescreen display offers richer, more vibrant colors, while being more power efficient.
The MacBook Air wasn't ignored, receiving a faster processor and a lower price. Finally, the white ...
The Legal Mac :: Working Remotely on Your Mac
The Mac Lawyer —
... We choose Macs because they are dependable and easy to use. Working remotely on the Mac platform is just as simple and reliable. With services such as Mobile Me and the growing popularity of the entire Mac platform, more and more options are opening up to facilitate working on the road; everything from the hardware necessary to the software and services that help keep everything running smoothly.
The hardware is simple. It just works. Whether you have a MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or even an iPhone, your Apple device has the tools you ...
Mac Pricing :: "Apple Tax" or "Microsoft Discount"?
The Mac Lawyer —
... starts $500 higher at $1,999. In its $1,799 configuration, the MacBook Air matches the 128GB Solid Stage Drive of the Adamo and bests its 1.2 GHz processor with one that clocks in at 2.13 GHz. Both come with 2GB of RAM and no optical drive. The Air weighs one full pound less than the Adamo at 3 lbs. As it turns out, the Air is less expensive than the Dell. ...
MacBook Air is the Apple Netbook, End of Story
TheAppleBlog —
... The truth is, Apple already has a netbook on the market, which they’ve been selling for quite a while now. It’s called the MacBook Air. It’s a powerful, good-looking notebook with a full-sized keyboard, spacious 120GB hard drive, and a 13.3-inch, backlit LED screen. It’s capable of running a full version of Mac OS X Leopard, iLife, iWork, and Microsoft Office at full speeds, as well as light-duty graphics work in Adobe Photoshop. ...
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