Just general impressions after the switch. I used 11in MBA as my only computer for over a year now. When it came to replace it, I decided to try the Retina.
1) Screen, it's so good! The colors are very deep and retina screen is amazing. Sometimes, it feels like I am looking at 3D when I am looking at the texts.
2) Size difference... You will notice a lot more real estate. Also a lot more heavier. Trade off is okay for now.
3) Speed difference is not as big at first. But once you start working with iPhoto and iMovies, you will notice the difference.
4) Speakers are so much better.
Overall I am very happy. But I do miss the size of 11 in MBA. I am planning to buy another 11in once they update with Retina in a year or two.
1) Screen, it's so good! The colors are very deep and retina screen is amazing. Sometimes, it feels like I am looking at 3D when I am looking at the texts.
2) Size difference... You will notice a lot more real estate. Also a lot more heavier. Trade off is okay for now.
3) Speed difference is not as big at first. But once you start working with iPhoto and iMovies, you will notice the difference.
4) Speakers are so much better.
Overall I am very happy. But I do miss the size of 11 in MBA. I am planning to buy another 11in once they update with Retina in a year or two.