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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (mid 2012)
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90
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The best in its category. We highly recommend it.
90

The best in its category. We highly recommend it.

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MacBook Air review (13-inch, mid-2013)

The Air remains our favorite ultraportable, thanks to improved battery life, exceptional speed and a comfortable design.

Pros
  • Still thinner and lighter than many competitors
  • Improved battery life
  • Blistering speed
  • Comfortable keyboard and trackpad
Cons
  • Aluminum casing is still scratch-prone
  • Competitors offer higher-res displays
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8.5
Average Critic Score

Speed and features

8.6
 

Noise

10.0
 

Display

7.6
 

Expandability

7.2
 

Battery life

8.7
 

Durability

8.0
 

Design and form factor

8.2
 

Portability (size / weight)

9.2
 

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