Apple MacBook Air MD224LL/A 11.6-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION)

Apple MacBook Air MD224LL/A 11.6-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION)From Apple

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Product Description

The ultimate everyday notebook is better than ever. MacBook Air now features the latest Intel processors and graphics, faster flash storage, and a 720p FaceTime HD camera. All packed into a notebook that's incredibly thin and light. With up to 60 percent faster graphics performance, it makes everything you do feel quicker and more fluid than ever. And the latest flash storage is up to 4x faster than a traditional hard drive, making MacBook Air remarkably responsive. Thin, light, durable design High-resolution display OS X Lion Up to 5 hours of battery lifeSpecifications Intel Core i5 1.7GHz Dual-Core Processor with Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz 3MB Shared L3 Cache 4GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard Memory 128GB Flash Storage 11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy Widescreen Display, 1366 by 768 resolution Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Dual display and video mirroring - Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors) 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible Bluetooth 4.0 720p FaceTime HD Camera Integrated Stereo Speakers and Omnidirectional microphone Full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted T arrangement) with ambient light sensor Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities Connections & Expansions - 2 x USB 3.0, Headphone (Support for Apple iPhone headset with remote µphone), and Thunderbolt (Native Mini DisplayPort output) Power - 100V-240V AC, 50-60Hz Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) - 11.8 x 0.11-0.68 x 7.58 inches (30.0 x 0.3-1.7 x 19.2 cm) Unit Weight - 2.38 pounds (1.08 kg)

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #297 in Personal Computers
Size: 128 GB Storage
Brand: Apple
Model: MD224LL/A
Original language: English
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: 2.40 pounds
CPU: Intel Core i5 1.7 GHz
Memory: 4GB DDR3 SDRAM
Processors: 1
Display size: 11.6

Features

Faster Flash Storage; USB 3.0; 720p FaceTime HD Camera
1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor
128 GB Flash Storage; 4 GB DDR3 RAM
Intel HD Graphics 4000; 11.6-inch LED Display
Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

Editorial Reviews

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The ultimate everyday notebook is better than ever. The Apple MacBook Air now features the latest Intel processors and graphics, faster flash storage, and a 720p FaceTime HD camera. All packed into a notebook that's incredibly thin and light. With up to 60 percent faster graphics performance, it makes everything you do feel quicker and more fluid than ever. And the latest flash storage is up to 4x faster than a traditional hard drive, making MacBook Air remarkably responsive.

The MacBook Air with 11.6-inch screen (view larger).

Now with two USB 3 ports and a Thunderbolt port (view larger).

The MacBook Air also now includes both a high-speed Thunderbolt port and two USB 3 ports, enabling you to easily connect to external displays and a wide variety of high performance peripherals.
This version of the MacBook Air (model MD224LL/A) sports an 11.6-inch high-resolution display, 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, 128 GB of flash memory storage, 4 GB of RAM, and up to 5 hours of battery life (see full specifications below). It also comes with the iLife '11 software suite, which includes the latest versions of iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.

Key Features

Intel Core i5 Dual-Core Processing

The MacBook Air packs plenty of power thanks to the latest Intel Core i5 processor, which features a faster processor, more powerful graphics, and a memory controller integrated into a single chip. The third-generation dual-core Intel Core i5 has a 1.7 GHz speed, which can dynamically accelerate up to 2.6 GHz to match your workload thanks to updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
And with the Intel HD Graphics 4000 processor, you get up to 60 percent faster graphics. So the video you watch, the FaceTime calls you make, and pretty much everything else you do is smoother and more detailed.

The spacious, full-sized keyboard (see larger image).

High-speed Thunderbolt and USB 3 Ports

A high-speed Thunderbolt port allows the MacBook Air to transfer data at lightning-fast speeds and connect displays like the Apple Thunderbolt Display, enabling you to turn this highly portable notebook into a highly versatile workstation. And with two USB 3 ports, you'll be able to connect the latest USB 3 devices and access a pipeline that's up to 10 times faster than USB 2.
Because Thunderbolt is based on DisplayPort technology, you'll be able to connect to a high-resolution display from the same port. Any Mini DisplayPort display plugs right into the Thunderbolt port, and you can also connect displays that use DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, or VGA connections with an existing adapter. You'll also be able to include your display into a daisy-chained set of peripherals.

Flash Memory Storage

By replacing the standard spinning hard drive typically found in laptops (as well as desktop PCs) with flash memory, the MacBook Air delivers an almost instantaneous boot-up when you open the display, as well as faster application launches and snappier overall performance. Additionally, Apple has shed the enclosure that typically surrounds flash memory (usually about the same size as a standard hard drive), thus giving it a smaller footprint and helping to decrease the size of the MacBook Air.

Multi-Touch Trackpad

The Multi-Touch gestures in OS X make everything you do on MacBook Air more intuitive, direct, and fun. You can pinch, swipe or rotate images on the display screen with the brush of two fingers, or add more digits for a four-fingered vertical swipe to open Expose and quickly glance at all of your open windows.

Integrated HD FaceTime Webcam

You'll be able to easily connect with friends, family, and business colleagues using the MacBook Air's HD 720p FaceTime camera, which is integrated into the thin bezel above the display and features three times the resolution of the previous FaceTime camera. And with Apple's FaceTime application, you're not limited to video chats with other Macs--you can now make video calls to iPhone and iPod touch users.

Backlit Keyboard

The MacBook Air manages to fit a full-size keyboard that makes typing as natural as it is comfortable. And the keyboard is backlit, so you can type with ease in even the dimmest light. A built-in ambient light sensor detects changes in lighting conditions and adjusts the display and keyboard brightness automatically.

Specifications

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11.6-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with a 1366 x 768-pixel resolution
Up to 5 hours of wireless productivity plus up to 30 days of standby time
1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor (2.6 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache)
128 GB flash memory storage
4 GB installed RAM (1600 MHz DDR3; supports up to 8 GB)
Intel HD Graphics 4000 integrated graphics processor
Built-in HD 720p FaceTime camera for video chatting
Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
Bluetooth 4.0 for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
Thunderbolt port (up to 10 Gbps) with native video output support for Mini DisplayPort plus DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)
Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps; backwards compatibility with USB 2)
Built-in stereo speakers along with omnidirectional microphone, headphone minijack
Dimensions: 11.8 x 7.56 x 0.68 inches (WxDxH)
Weight: 2.38 pounds

What's in the Box

11.6-inch MacBook Air, 45W MagSafe 2 power adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord, printed and electronic documentation

Limited Warranty And Service

The MacBook Air comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a 1-year limited warranty, which can be extended to 3 years with the AppleCare Protection Plan.

Installed Software

At the heart of every MacBook Air--and every Mac--is OS X Mountain Lion, the world's most advanced desktop operating system. Since the software built into every Mac is created by the same company that makes the Mac, you get a fully integrated system in which everything works together perfectly. OS X works with the processor in your Mac to deliver the best possible performance. Power Nap even takes advantage of the Mac hardware to keep the entire system up to date while it sleeps.

OS X Mountain Lion (includes Mac App Store, Safari, Mail, Messages, Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, Notes, Time Machine, FaceTime, Photo Booth, Game Center, iTunes, and more)

iLife helps you do more with photos, movies, and music than you ever thought possible. In iPhoto, you can browse, edit, and share your photos in stunning new full-screen views. Create epic Hollywood-style movie trailers from your home video in iMovie. And GarageBand gives you everything you need to make a great-sounding song--including tools for keeping your song in perfect rhythm and guitar and piano lessons.

iLife (includes iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand)

AppleCare Protection Plan

Because Apple makes the hardware, the operating system, and many applications, the Mac is a truly integrated system. And only the AppleCare Protection Plan gives you one-stop service and support from Apple experts, so most issues can be resolved in a single call. Extend the complimentary service and support on your Mac to 3 years from the original Mac purchase date with the AppleCare Protection Plan. You get direct telephone access to Apple experts for technical questions, and you get global repair coverage--including both parts and labor--for your Mac and select Apple peripherals.

Optional Accessories and Related Products

	45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter Need an extra adapter for home or work? The MagSafe 2 Power Adapter is held in place magnetically, so if someone trips over it, the cord disconnects harmlessly while your MacBook Pro stays put on your desk.
	Apple Thunderbolt Display The world's first Thunderbolt display doesn't just give you more pixels. It gives you more possibilities. Built-in Thunderbolt technology lets you connect as many as six devices through a single port and transfer data up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0.
	Apple USB SuperDrive Compact and convenient, the Apple USB SuperDrive connects to your MacBook Air with a single USB cable and fits easily into a travel bag. It lets you install software and play and burn both CDs and DVDs, including double-layer DVDs.
	Time Capsule Time Capsule is the revolutionary backup device that works wirelessly with Time Machine in OS X Leopard or later. It automatically backs up everything, so you never have to worry about losing important files. It also doubles as a full-featured 802.11n Wi-Fi base station. Choose from 2 TB and 3 TB models.
	Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter The Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter lets you easily connect to a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet network. Small and compact, it connects to the Thunderbolt port on your Mac computer and provides an RJ-45 port that supports 10/100/1000BASE-T networks.
	Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter The Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter lets you connect an advanced digital monitor, such as the Apple Cinema Display, to your MacBook Air.
	Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter Use the Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter to connect your MacBook Air to a 30-inch display that includes a DVI connector, such as the 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.
	Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter The Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter lets you connect a standard analog monitor, projector, or LCD that uses a VGA connector or cable to a Mac with a Mini DisplayPort.

This review is from: Apple MacBook Air MD223LL/A 11.6-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION) (Personal Computers)

Wonderfully portable. This laptop is perfect for someone who doesn't want to be stuck at a desk. At only 11.6 inches, the McAir actually fits on top of your lap (imagine that). There are so many great features to this little machine: It is light (you may forget it is in your bag), strong (one handed, no problem), quick (able to do hard tasks quickly and with no fuss), has good sound (enjoy dancing around your room? Trying to drown out some background noise? Like music to sound the way it should? no problem), and best of all it is connected with a great customer services help line (just in case). It is not for everyone though, if you enjoy watching movies on your laptop (especially with other people) the screen size may not be helpful for that. However, if you find that you dont usually use all the screen of larger laptops, this one my end up making more sense to you. I came straight to this Mac from a PC, a little a afraid that it would take me forever to get used to it. I was surprised to see how easy this is to use. The storage space may be a bit less than what you need, but it easily works with portable external hard drives. It does not have a dvd drive... but you can find an external one on amazon that can aid you with that. In summary, the 11.6 MacAir is pretty much a worker ant, got 50x it's weight in things to do? Give it a go and watch it shine for yourself.

This review is from: Apple MacBook Air MD223LL/A 11.6-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION) (Personal Computers)

I've had Macs forever. Despite the hefty price tag you pay (and, let's face it, all Apple products), they really are the Mercedes of the car world. Sexy. Fun. Creative. Entertaining. These are many words that describe all Apple products - and the mid-2012 Macbook Air (I got the 11.6" model for totability) fits right in. First off, it's small - like, seriously. Maybe going from my second generation Macbook Pro just felt heavy (in actuality, it really, really was), but this guy is so light it's no wonder people can take them practically everywhere; perhaps even more so than the iPad (which feels heavier to me; it could very well be). The Macbook Air has everything you come to expect from a Mac and I found the screen size perfectly suitable for my needs as I don't use it as my main source to Netflix or anything (I have a flat screen TV for that). It's super fast and the screen is wonderful; sure, it's not Retina Display nice, but at 11.6" it's almost hard to discern unless you REALLY look hard that it's not 100% perfectly clear. While it lacks the hefty hard drive capacity of its brethren, the Air (to me) is more of an entertainment-centric device, much like an iPad or Kindle Fire is meant to be, just in ultra-slim laptop form (get why I called it the AirPad in my subject line?). One thing I noticed was that the battery really goes faster than I expected, but at its thinness that really isn't a surprise. Overall, though, the Macbook Air is a worthy addition to any computer family and well worth the money for people who want an ultra-light, ultra-thin on-the-go laptop.

This review is from: Apple MacBook Air MD223LL/A 11.6-Inch Laptop (OLD VERSION) (Personal Computers)

I am a Public Relations student at Cal State Fullerton. As a PR student we write a lot. I needed a computer that was portable, with good battery life, adequate screen real estate, and fast enough processor to run many open programs.

After much debate and review reading I ended up on purchasing this computer. I have used it for one semester, I cant tell you how many people have commented on how bad they want one, or what I thought of it.

Battery life is perfect, I usually only have MS Word, Firefox, and Kindle app running at any given time. I find myself charging it randomly. I can go three days without a charge.

Screen size is perfect, not too big that it takes up all my desk space but not small like an iPad. Processor is all I need, I have never even bogged it down.

Portability is amazing, I take it everywhere with me. I have even carried it in the middle of a book!

I love this computer, which i'm writing this review on now.

If you are a student, looking for portability, battery life, adequate processor and screen size....This IS the perfect laptop for you.