Everything about the new MacBook screams “future,” but can it handle today?
That was the basic question I asked myself when reviewing Apple’s latest Mac, which bravely sports just one USB-C port to handle power, data input and output, accessories and display connections. It also has an Intel Core M processor, which lets the MacBook sip power and drop fans entirely, but comes at the cost of processing muscle. Apple took some risks, for sure, but the MacBook might just be my favorite portable Mac ever.
Basics
- 12-inch, 2304×1440 display, 226 PPI
- 1.1GHz Intel Core M dual-core processor with Turbo Boost to 2.4GHz
- Intel HD Graphics 5300
- 8GB of RAM
- 256GB PCIe-based flash storage
- 480p FaceTime camera
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
- Single USB-C port for data I/O, display, networking and power
- 3.5mm stereo audio in/out port
- Force Touch trackpad
- 39.7-watt-hour battery offers 9 hours web browsing, 10 hours offline iTunes movie playback
- MSRP: $1,299 (as tested)
- On sale Friday, April 10 starting at 12 AM PT/3 AM ET
- Product info page
Pros
- Amazingly portable
- Gorgeous display
Cons
- Single port
Design
Without question, this is the best notebook available in terms of pure design appeal. That sleek aluminum shell, with its all-metal hinge and three distinct color options, is simply the best looking portable computer currently on the market. No one who’s seen my tester has not instantly wanted one, based just on its outward appearance. My review unit is the space gray model, and the color alone makes all other older MacBooks seem bland by comparison.
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