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MacBook Air/1.6GHz (2008)
Pros
- Full-size keyboard
- Weighs three pounds
- Bright LED-backlit 13.3-inch screen
Cons
- Limited configuration options
- Slow processor
- Slow and small hard drive
- Unswappable battery
$1,799
Macworld's MacBook Air/1.6GHz (2008) Coverage
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Review: MacBook Air (first-generation) The decision about whether the MacBook Air is a product worth having can be answered by one question: How much are you willing to compromise? In his extensive review of the latest Apple laptop, Jason Snell looks at what trade-offs you'll have to make and whether the MacBook Air is the right machine for your needs. -
MacBook Air/1.6GHz Mac users now have a three-pound, thin laptop to call their own, but it comes with tradeoffs. The MacBook Air comes without an optical drive (though there's an optional USB SuperDrive you can buy for $99), so you'll have to install programs via the machine's Remote Disk software. There's also no Gigabit Ethernet (again, available as an optional add-on) and no FireWire port. In addition to accessories, users can also opt for a 1.8GHz processor or a 64GB solid-state drive.
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