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Apple MacBook Air 13.6" with Liquid Retina Display, M3 Chip, Late 2024 Specifications

  • Available Finish

    Silver, Starlight, Space Gray, Midnight

  • Available Chip

    8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores
    8-core GPU

    8-core CPU
    10-core GPU

    Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
    16-core Neural Engine
    100GB/s memory bandwidth

    Media Engine:
    Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW
    Video decode engine
    Video encode engine
    ProRes encode and decode engine
    AV1 decode engine

  • Available Memory

    16GB, 24GB

  • Available Storage

    256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB SSD

  • Available Power Adapter

    30W, 35W Dual, 70W

  • Display

    Liquid Retina display:
    13.6-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2560-by-1664 native resolution at 224 pixels per inch
    500 nits brightness

    Color:
    Support for 1 billion colors
    Wide color (P3)
    True Tone technology

  • Battery and Power

    Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback
    Up to 15 hours wireless web
    52.6-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
    30W USB-C Power Adapter (8-core GPU)
    35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter (10-core GPU and 512GB storage, configurable with 8-core GPU)
    USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable
    Fast-charge capable with 70W USB-C Power Adapter

  • Charging and Expansion

    MagSafe 3 charging port
    3.5 mm headphone jack

    Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports with support for:
    Charging
    DisplayPort
    Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s)
    USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)

  • Display Support

    Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at 1 billion colors and: One external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz
    Close the MacBook Air lid to use a second external display with up to 5K resolution at 60Hz

  • Video Playback

    Supported formats include HEVC, H.264, AV1, and ProRes HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG

  • Audio Playback

    Supported formats include AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos

  • Keyboard and Trackpad

    Backlit Magic Keyboard with: 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys including 12 full-height function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement
    Touch ID
    Ambient light sensor
    Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures

  • Wireless

    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
    Bluetooth 5.3

  • Camera

    1080p FaceTime HD camera
    Advanced image signal processor with computational video

  • Audio

    Four-speaker sound system
    Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos on built-in speakers
    Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking when using AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max
    Three-mic array with directional beamforming
    Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes
    Enhanced voice clarity in audio and video calls

  • Audio (Contd.)

    3.5mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones

  • Operating Requirements

    Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
    Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz
    Operating temperature: 50 Degree to 95 Degree F (10 Degree to 35 Degree C)
    Storage temperature: -13 Degree to 113 Degree F (-25 Degree to 45 Degree C)
    Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing
    Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet
    Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet

  • Operating System

    macOS

  • Accessibility

    Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new MacBook Air. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.

    Features include:
    Voice Control
    VoiceOver
    Siri and Dictation
    Increase Contrast
    Reduce Motion
    Live Captions
    Switch Control
    Zoom

  • Built-in Apps

    App Store, Books, Calendar, Contacts, FaceTime, Find My, Freeform, GarageBand, Home, iMovie, iPhone Mirroring, Keynote, Mail, Maps, Messages, Music, News, Notes, Numbers, Pages, Photo Booth, Photos, Podcasts, Preview, QuickTime Player, Reminders, Safari, Shortcuts, Stocks, Time Machine, TV, Voice Memos, Weather

  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    11.97 x 8.46 x 0.44" (30.41 x 21.5 x 1.13cm)

  • Weight

    2.7 lbs (1.24kg)

  • UPC Code

    195949901492

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  • Laptop Stand (3)
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About Apple MacBook Air 13.6" with Liquid Retina Display, M3 Chip, Late 2024

Just when you thought the MacBook Air couldn't get any better, the Apple MacBook Air 13.6" with Liquid Retina Display and M3 Chip, Late 2024, redefines excellence in portable computing. This sleek and powerful laptop is designed to seamlessly blend work and play, offering unparalleled performance with the innovative M3 chip. Experience the power of Apple Intelligence, allowing you to express yourself and accomplish tasks effortlessly.

The MacBook Air's ultra-portable design is crafted to fit into your life with ease. Weighing in as a superlight device and measuring under half an inch thin, it is perfect for on-the-go use. Apple has taken a significant step towards sustainability by using 50 percent recycled materials in the construction of the MacBook Air, including a durable recycled aluminum enclosure. Choose from four stellar colors, each accompanied by a matching MagSafe charging cable, to suit your personal style.

Performance is where the MacBook Air truly shines. The M3 chip delivers up to 1.6 times the speed of its predecessor, the M1, and up to 13 times faster performance compared to the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air. With up to 18 hours of battery life, you can leave your power adapter at home and stay productive all day. The fanless design ensures silent operation, even during intense workloads, whether you're multitasking, editing videos, or gaming in Game Mode, which reduces latency for a more responsive experience.

The MacBook Air with M3 leverages the Neural Engine's AI capabilities to enhance productivity and creativity. Enjoy intelligent macOS features like real-time speech-to-text, advanced camera functionalities, and visual understanding. The broad ecosystem of apps optimized for Apple silicon, including Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensures that all your favorite applications run smoothly and efficiently.

Privacy is paramount with Apple Intelligence, providing groundbreaking protections to keep your data secure. The MacBook Air's Liquid Retina Display is a visual marvel, offering 500 nits of brightness, P3 wide color, and True Tone technology for a natural viewing experience. With support for 1 billion colors and up to twice the resolution of comparable PC laptops, your photos and videos will appear with rich contrast and sharp detail.

Stay connected with the high-definition 1080p FaceTime HD camera and a three-mic array featuring advanced beamforming algorithms for clear audio. The immersive sound system supports Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos, delivering a three-dimensional soundstage for music and movies. The four-speaker sound system, combining two woofers and two tweeters, ensures entertainment on the go.

Connectivity is seamless with the MagSafe charging cable, two Thunderbolt ports, and a headphone jack supporting high-impedance headphones. The M3 model also offers Wi-Fi 6E for up to twice the throughput of Wi-Fi 6 and supports up to two external displays with the laptop lid closed.

The Magic Keyboard with Touch ID provides a comfortable, quiet typing experience and secure access to your Mac and apps with just a touch. With the new MacBook Air, you get up to 13 times faster performance, up to 6 more hours of battery life, and a brighter, more spacious display, all powered by Apple Intelligence for a personal, private, and powerful computing experience.

Apple MacBook Air 13.6" with Liquid Retina Display, M3 Chip, Late 2024 Features

  • Universal Clipboard. Copy text, images, photos, and more on your iPhone, then paste to your MacBook Air
  • Answer calls and texts. Your calls and texts come right to your laptop, so you don't need to switch devices when you're in the zone
  • Scan documents. Use your iPhone to take a picture or scan a document and have it automatically appear on your MacBook Air
  • 500 nits of brightness: Work comfortably in a range of lighting environments
  • Enjoy a more accurate and vivid range of colors for viewing and editing photos and videos
  • True Tone adjusts the warmth of your display to match the ambient light, for a more natural viewing experience
  • Up to 1.6x faster than MacBook Air with the M1 chip
  • Apple Intelligence
  • Support for up to two external displays (with the laptop lid closed)
  • Support for Wi-Fi 6E, which is up to 2x faster than Wi-Fi 6

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Ultra-portable design with recycled aluminum enclosure for eco-friendly durability
  • Powered by the M3 chip, offering up to 13x faster performance than Intel-based models
  • Liquid Retina Display with 500 nits brightness and P3 wide color for vivid visuals
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life for all-day productivity without recharging
  • Immersive sound system with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos for superior audio experience
  • Seamless connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E, Thunderbolt ports, and MagSafe charging

What's in the box:

  • Apple MacBook Air 13.6" with Liquid Retina Display
  • USB-C Power Adapter
  • USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
  • Apple 1 Year Limited Warranty