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Waiting for the 2020 MacBook Air
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As already mentioned in this thread, I have a very strong case that there would be a technical reason for the refresh. This is still no guarantee, but it makes sense.
they are planning a 999 macbook air, with the way the prices fell from 1199 to 1099
999 macbook air with a magic keyboard should be released this year
999 macbook air with a magic keyboard should be released this year
A pretty reliable source says the new Air is coming in the second quarter of 2020 alongside a new version of the Pro. Not long to wait now!
www.macrumors.com
Ties in with Intel's anticipated release of the 10th generation Y-series processors -
‘We expect mobile designs using Ice Lake-Y SKUs to start becoming available in the first half of 2020.’
https://www.anandtech.com/show/15302/intel-28-w-ice-lake-core-i71068g7-coming-q1
Kuo: New MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Models With Scissor Keyboards to Launch in Second Quarter
Apple plans to release new MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models with scissor keyboards in the second quarter of 2020, according to a new research note...
www.macrumors.com
Ties in with Intel's anticipated release of the 10th generation Y-series processors -
‘We expect mobile designs using Ice Lake-Y SKUs to start becoming available in the first half of 2020.’
https://www.anandtech.com/show/15302/intel-28-w-ice-lake-core-i71068g7-coming-q1
I’m very interested to see what the new MBAs are about. While I don’t need strong performance, I’m hoping to see 4-core processors in there.
My only reservation with picking up a 2020 MBA is that there is supposed to be an updated 13”/14” MBP coming soon as well. The price and physical size differences between MBA and MBP currently is so small that I feel like I’d get better value from the MBP, even if I don’t need all the power. More so if it’s a 14” MBP with slimmer bezels. So I’m hoping to see price drops on all MBA SKUs.
My only reservation with picking up a 2020 MBA is that there is supposed to be an updated 13”/14” MBP coming soon as well. The price and physical size differences between MBA and MBP currently is so small that I feel like I’d get better value from the MBP, even if I don’t need all the power. More so if it’s a 14” MBP with slimmer bezels. So I’m hoping to see price drops on all MBA SKUs.
Rumor reported here is the new Airs may release as soon as next week:
appleinsider.com
New MacBook Air could arrive next week, rumor claims | AppleInsider
A possible MacBook Air refresh with a scissor-switch keyboard could arrive as soon as next week, according to a source claiming to be familiar with Apple's plans.
that poster said he was on his 4th logic board for the MacBook Air.
hmmm. it certainly is an incredible story. what are the odds that that would happen. hmmm.
my experience is exactly the same as yrs however, and i have owned all MacBook Air models since they first came out.
not one issue. not even with keyboards.
an amazing machine that apple has very well crafted for a huge population.
my MacBook Air 2019 model is the best Air i have owned.
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Not in any hurry to move from my last of the previous generation MacBook Air, acquired a couple of years ago (and incidentally, still on sale alongside the current generation in quite a few shops), but pleased to know that glitches in the current generation are being sorted. When the time does come for replacement, later rather than sooner, it will be done with no misgivings.
Very happy for all users that have zero issues with their Air 2019. It is a very intriguing lightweight model, and ideal for traveling. That's why I bought it.that poster said he was on his 4th logic board for the MacBook Air.
hmmm. it certainly is an incredible story. what are the odds that that would happen. hmmm.
my experience is exactly the same as yrs however, and i have owned all MacBook Air models since they first came out.
not one issue. not even with keyboards.
an amazing machine that apple has very well crafted for a huge population.
my MacBook Air 2019 model is the best Air i have owned.
Unless you had a look at the specific use case that caused that issue, I wonder why you should be affected then.
Did you try the out the reported scenario? Is it relevant to you? If both answers are no, why would you even bother?
I would also suggest you triangulate the fact that I got a full refund including apple care+, with the rumors on the very early refresh of that model.
Waiting for an upgraded Air or Pro 13" on my maxed out MacBook Pro 2012. Hope you guys are all safe.
Here we go, the 2020 is there!
It looks like still being a Y series CPU, but TB3 is now integrated, and not external, which may solve quite a few bottle neck issues.
It is hard to tell, as I have not found yet a direct match to the official Intel specs. Looks like an Apple specific SKU again.
Let's hope...
It looks like still being a Y series CPU, but TB3 is now integrated, and not external, which may solve quite a few bottle neck issues.
It is hard to tell, as I have not found yet a direct match to the official Intel specs. Looks like an Apple specific SKU again.
Let's hope...
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Im actually really pleased $999 for old keyboard, and 8/256 config!
This could be a viable 2016 nTB base model replacement if I run into issues down the road
This could be a viable 2016 nTB base model replacement if I run into issues down the road
This is my dream laptop!
Quad Core, Retina Display and (presumably) amazing battery life in a thin and light design. I will be upgrading. Question is just whether I should do it now or wait until Black Friday.
Quad Core, Retina Display and (presumably) amazing battery life in a thin and light design. I will be upgrading. Question is just whether I should do it now or wait until Black Friday.
I can wait. But resale on my current one would also drop - so maybe it won't make much of a difference in the end.
I have a 2017 nTB base model. I have to say this new $999 model is pretty enticing, especially I only use my MacBook for Discord, Youtube videos, and surfing Safari. Same reason why, as much as I want that new 16" I just can't justify upgrading a machine I barely use.
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Honestly, with these new models I wouldn't mind paying MSRP. I'm sure in a few weeks the third-party sellers will already have them $100 off.
Wow, got everything I wanted with this update. Cheaper. Quad core. More base storage. And ofc, a functional keyboard.
I’m guessing that they’re trying to differentiate the MBA and MBP lines more for whenever the new 13”/14” MBP comes out.
Will probably pick one of these up when it’s on refurb store later this year.
I’m guessing that they’re trying to differentiate the MBA and MBP lines more for whenever the new 13”/14” MBP comes out.
Will probably pick one of these up when it’s on refurb store later this year.
Nice call! And we didn't even have to wait that long. To me the 2020 MBA is a very pleasant surprise.
Finally think I'm going to be upgrading my 2013 MacBook Pro 13.
You can upgrade the base machine to the quad-core processor for $100/£100 extra if you only need 256GB of storage.
Good to see another price reduction and the fact it now starts under $1,000/£1,000, which is where it needed to be. It should be even better when the retailers start discounting these.
You can upgrade the base machine to the quad-core processor for $100/£100 extra if you only need 256GB of storage.
Good to see another price reduction and the fact it now starts under $1,000/£1,000, which is where it needed to be. It should be even better when the retailers start discounting these.