Hey MacBook fans,
Back in 2006, I bought the first-generation Core Duo Black MacBook, and ever since then I’ve had a soft spot for the plain old “MacBook.” It’s gone through several identities over the years. A friend of mine had one of the refined white plastic models around 2009 or 2010, and even that was still fun. Then came the Ive era, where the MacBook shifted from an entry-level machine into an ultra-luxury ultraportable. I would’ve never bought it myself, but the first time I saw someone slip that thing into a TSA bin, it was honestly one of the sleekest laptop designs I’d ever seen.
Here’s what I’d love to see from the next MacBook—a realistic blend of those eras, something that stands out in the lineup:
What I’d hope for:
Realistic tradeoffs:
Would love to hear from you fellow MacBook fans!
Back in 2006, I bought the first-generation Core Duo Black MacBook, and ever since then I’ve had a soft spot for the plain old “MacBook.” It’s gone through several identities over the years. A friend of mine had one of the refined white plastic models around 2009 or 2010, and even that was still fun. Then came the Ive era, where the MacBook shifted from an entry-level machine into an ultra-luxury ultraportable. I would’ve never bought it myself, but the first time I saw someone slip that thing into a TSA bin, it was honestly one of the sleekest laptop designs I’d ever seen.
Here’s what I’d love to see from the next MacBook—a realistic blend of those eras, something that stands out in the lineup:
What I’d hope for:
- $799 price point
- 12.1–12.9” screen at MacBook Air quality
- 2.2–2.5 lb weight
- A smaller, thinner footprint than the Air
- Same build quality as the current lineup
Realistic tradeoffs:
- A highly efficient variant of Apple Silicon—performance in the M1/M2 range, enough for the everyday tasks most people do
- A very compact battery to keep weight and thickness down, but still enough longevity for a full day of basic use (say 15 hours, compared to the Air’s 18 and Pro’s 24)
Would love to hear from you fellow MacBook fans!