Apple MacBook Air M1 13-inch

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      Rs. 1,04,999
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      Weight

      1.29 kg

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      CPU Series

      Apple M1

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      GPU Name

      Apple M1 (7-core, 8-core)

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      Size

      13.3 inches

      Available Variants
      Rs. 1,04,999
      Apple MacBook Air M1 is among the first Macs to be powered by an Arm-based M1 chip. The silicon brings a wealth of performance gains that extends to the battery life, too. On the front is a 13.3-inch LED backlit IPS panel that supports TrueTone technology to dynamically adjust the white balance of the display to match the ambiance around you. All of this is housed within a small and compact aluminum chassis weighing only 1.29 kg. Although it has just been surpassed by the MacBook Air M2, it remains a good value for money given that the new MacBook costs USD 200 more.

      Apple MacBook Air M1 13-inch Full Specification

      Launch
      Announced

      November 10, 2020

      Market Status

      In Stock

      Type
      Laptop Type

      General

      Body
      Weight

      1.29 kg

      Color Options

      Gold, Silver, Space Gray

      CPU
      CPU Series

      Apple M1

      Processor

      Apple M1

      Cores / Threads

      Threads unspecified

      8-core

      L3 Cache

      Unspecified

      Base / Boost Clock

      Unspecified

      GPU
      GPU

      Apple M1 (7-core, 8-core)

      Graphics Type

      Integrated

      VRAM

      8/16GB unified memory

      TGP

      Unspecified

      Boost Clock

      Unspecified

      Memory
      Soldered Memory

      Yes

      Frequency

      Unspecified

      Channel

      Unspecified

      Maximum Capacity

      16GB

      Storage
      HDD

      No

      SSD

      256/512GB/1TB/2TB

      SSD Slots

      No

      Optical Drive

      No

      Display
      Size

      13.3 inches

      Panel Type

      LED-backlit IPS

      Touchscreen

      No

      Finish

      Glossy

      Resolution

      WQXGA (2560 x 1600)

      16:10 aspect ratio

      Refresh Rate

      60Hz

      Response Time

      Unspecified

      Variable Refresh Rate

      No

      Color Gamut

      Wide color (P3)

      Others

      True Tone technology

      Maximum Brightness

      400 nits (cd/m2)

      I/O Ports
      Ports

      No

      USB Type-C

      1x USB 4 Gen 2 (Thunderbolt 3, Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4)

      1x USB 3.1 Gen 2

      Display

      No

      Audio

      1x 3.5mm high-impedance headphone/microphone Input/Output

      Media Card

      No

      Communication
      Ethernet

      No

      WiFi

      WiFi 6 (802.11 ax), Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz)

      Bluetooth

      Bluetooth 5.0

      Security

      Secure Enclave

      Memory
      RAM

      8/16GB unified memory

      Configuration

      1x 8GB, 1x 16GB

      Memory Type

      Unspecified

      Input Devices
      Keyboard

      Backlit Magic Keyboard (with Ambient light sensor)

      Trackpad

      Force Touch trackpad

      Webcam

      720p FaceTime HD camera

      Audio
      Speakers

      Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos

      Microphone

      Three-array microphones

      Battery
      Capacity

      49.9Wh LiPo

      Charging

      30W (USB-C)

      Software
      Operating System

      macOS Monterey (upgradeable)

      Preloaded Software

      FaceTime

      Messages

      GarageBand

      Keynote

      Mail

      Compared to its predecessor, the design of the Apple MacBook AirApple MacBook Air M1 has remained the same. Even the dimension and weight are identical. The biggest difference between the two is the use of M1 silicon in the MacBook Air 2020. With this Apple is claiming up to 3.5x faster performance, up to 5x faster graphics, and up to 9x faster Machine learning tasks. Similarly, the storage controller and the latest flash technology in the M1 also result in 2x SSD performance. Here, the Apple MacBook Air M1 has a fan-less design. Thus, the device will remain silent no matter what you do in it. With M1’s latest ISP, the MacBook Air will have better noise reduction, greater dynamic range, improved auto white balance, and ML-enhanced face detection.
      Apple MacBook Air 2020
      Its 13.3″ Retina display supports P3 wide color and offers up to 400nits of brightness. As far as memory is concerned, Apple is offering up to 16GB of RAM and 2TB of SSD. TheApple MacBook Air M1 supports Wi-Fi 6 along with Bluetooth 5.0. Users also get three USB Type-C ports (including one Thunderbolt 3 port) and a headphone jack.
      The M1 chip has a feature called the Secure Enclave. This feature is a strong and reliable security component. It has a key role in supporting the Touch ID. The Touch ID allows users to unlock their device in a fast, simple, and secure way. Additionally, the Touch ID works smoothly with Apple Pay. Apple Pay is Apple’s service for mobile payments and digital wallets. With this integration, users can make secure online payments. They just need to use their fingerprints. This adds an extra level of convenience and security to their online transactions. So, the Secure Enclave in the M1 chip not only supports device unlocking but also secure online payments.
      In addition to these impressive features, the Apple MacBook Air M1 also brings significant improvements in terms of battery life. The battery endurance of devices powered by the M1 chip has been enhanced to provide up to 18 hours of usage on a single charge. This is a substantial increase that allows users to use their devices for longer periods without worrying about running out of battery. Whether you’re working, streaming, or browsing, you can do more of what you love without being tethered to a power outlet.

      Apple MacBook Air M1 13-inch Price in Nepal

      VariantPrice
      8GB+256GBRs. 1,04,999

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