Apple MacBooks

Apple MacBooks

Description
Description

Apple MacBooks are a line of sleek, portable computers known for their performance, design, and user-friendly operating system, macOS. There are two main types: the MacBook Air, which is ultralight and ideal for everyday use, and the MacBook Pro, which offers more power for intensive tasks like video editing and graphic design. Unique features include the Retina display with its vivid colors and sharp text, the Touch Bar on some Pro models for quick access to controls, and the integration with the Apple ecosystem, allowing seamless connectivity with other Apple devices. MacBooks are favored by professionals and everyday users for their reliability, long battery life, and elegant design.

History
History

Apple MacBooks started their journey in 2006, replacing the PowerBook and iBook as Apple's main laptop offering. They were initially popular for their sleek design and innovative features like the MagSafe power connector. The MacBook lineup evolved with the introduction of the MacBook Air in 2008, celebrated as the world's thinnest notebook at the time. The MacBook Pro series became known for its high performance and Retina display. Over the years, Apple has refined their designs, improved their displays, and introduced new technologies like the Touch Bar. The transition to Apple's own M1 chips marked a significant leap forward in power and efficiency, solidifying MacBooks' reputation for innovation and quality.

Future
Future

The future of Apple MacBooks likely involves further slimming down, with even more powerful and energy-efficient chips, possibly beyond the M1 series. Screen technology might advance to include more vivid, eye-friendly displays, and touchscreens could become a standard feature. Face ID might be integrated for enhanced security. Connectivity with other Apple devices will become even more seamless, perhaps turning the MacBook into a central hub for a user's digital life. In culture, MacBooks will continue to be symbols of professional creativity and productivity, favored by designers, musicians, and filmmakers for their reliability and cutting-edge features that cater to artistic and technical precision.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What are the different types of Apple MacBooks?

Apple’s MacBook family comes in three specific types that range in power and size from the MacBook Air, to the MacBook, and the MacBook Pro.

Is the Apple MacBook touchscreen?

Apple MacBooks do not have touchscreen capabilities. Though Apple has been pressured to consider touchscreen inclusion they have described touchscreen PCs as being fatiguing.

What was Apple’s first laptop computer?

The first portable computer designed by Apple was the Macintosh Portable that was sold from 1989 to 1991.

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.44” | 1.13 cm
11.97” | 30.41 cm
8.46” | 21.5 cm
2.73 lb | 1.24 kg
July 15, 2022
Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)
1.130
30.410
21.500
1.240
2022.00
219000
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Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)
.61” | 1.55 cm
12.31” | 31.26 cm
8.71” | 22.12 cm
3.53 lb | 1.6 kg
October 26, 2021
Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen)
1.550
31.260
22.120
1.600
2021.00
42000
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Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen)View of the Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen) in 3D available for downloadView of the Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen) in 3D available for download
.66” | 1.68 cm
14” | 35.57 cm
9.77” | 24.81 cm
4.63, 4.85 lb | 2.1, 2.2 kg
October 26, 2021
Apple MacBook Pro - 16” (5th Gen)
1.680
35.570
24.810
2.200
2021.00
39000
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Apple MacBook Pro - 16” (5th Gen)3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro - 16” (5th Gen) viewed in perspective3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro - 16” (5th Gen) viewed in perspective
7.74” | 19.65 cm
11.04” | 28.05 cm
.52” | 1.31 cm
2.03 lb | .92 kg
2017
MacBook (3rd Gen)
19.650
28.050
1.310
0.920
2017.00
1700
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MacBook (3rd Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook (3rd Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook (3rd Gen)
8.36” | 21.24 cm
11.97” | 30.41 cm
.61” | 1.56 cm
2.75 lb | 1.25 kg
2018
MacBook Air (3rd Gen)
21.240
30.410
1.560
1.250
2018.00
18000
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3D
MacBook Air (3rd Gen)View of the Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) in 3D available for downloadView of the Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) in 3D available for download
.44” | 1.13 cm
11.97” | 30.41 cm
8.46” | 21.5 cm
2.73 lb | 1.24 kg
June 13, 2023
MacBook Air - 13” (5th Gen)
1.130
30.410
21.500
1.240
2023.00
86800
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MacBook Air - 13” (5th Gen)View of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) in 3D available for downloadView of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) in 3D available for download
.45” | 1.15 cm
13.4” | 34.04 cm
9.35” | 23.76 cm
3.32 lb | 1.51 kg
June 13, 2023
MacBook Air - 15” (5th Gen)
1.150
34.040
23.760
1.510
2023.00
6350
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MacBook Air - 15” (5th Gen)3D model of the Apple MacBook Air 15” (5th Gen) viewed in perspective3D model of the Apple MacBook Air 15” (5th Gen) viewed in perspective
8.36” | 21.24 cm
11.97” | 30.41 cm
.59” | 1.49 cm
3.02 lb | 1.37 kg
2016
MacBook Pro - 13" (4th Gen)
21.240
30.410
1.490
1.370
2016.00
14000
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MacBook Pro - 13" (4th Gen)3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen) viewed in perspective3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen) viewed in perspective
9.48” | 24.07 cm
13.75” | 34.93 cm
.61” | 1.55 cm
4.02 lb | 1.83 kg
2016
MacBook Pro - 15" (4th Gen)
24.070
34.930
1.550
1.830
2016.00
11000
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MacBook Pro - 15" (4th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 15" (4th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 15" (4th Gen)
9.68” | 24.59 cm
14.09” | 35.79 cm
.64” | 1.62 cm
4.3 lb | 2 kg
2019
MacBook Pro - 16" (5th Gen)
24.590
35.790
1.620
2.000
2019.00
19300
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MacBook Pro - 16" (5th Gen)3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 inch (2019) viewed in perspective3D model of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 inch (2019) viewed in perspective
Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen)
Diagram of the screen size and resolution of the Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) computer

The MacBook Pro 13” (4th Generation) is the current high-end professional offering of laptop computers designed by Apple Inc. First introduced in 2006 and consistently updated, the current Apple MacBook Pro 13” (4th Generation) includes an optional Touch Bar and continues to balance size and performance. The MacBook Pro 13” (4th Generation) has a 13.3” diagonal Retina display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and is available in Space Gray and Silver.

The Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) has a depth of .59” (1.49 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), height of 8.36” (21.24 cm), and weighs 3.02 lb (1.37 kg). The Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen) was released in 2016.

Dimensioned elevation drawings of the Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) measuring width, depth, and height
The MacBook Pro 13” (4th Generation) is the current high-end professional offering of laptop computers designed by Apple Inc. First introduced in 2006 and consistently updated, the current Apple MacBook Pro 13” (4th Gen) includes an optional Touch Bar and continues to balance size and performance.

The Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) has a depth of .59” (1.49 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), height of 8.36” (21.24 cm), and weighs 3.02 lb (1.37 kg). The Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen) was released in 2016.

Dimensioned elevation drawings of the Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) measuring width, depth, and height
Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Gen)
Height:
8.36” | 21.24 cm
Width:
11.97” | 30.41 cm
Length:
Depth:
.59” | 1.49 cm
Screen Size
13.3"
Resolution
2560 x 1600, 227 ppi
Weight:
3.02 lb | 1.37 kg
Area:

Battery Life: 10 hrs (web), 10 hrs (movie)

Storage
256, 512 GB, 1, 2, 4 TB
Designer
Apple
Release
2016

Drawings include:
Apple MacBook Pro 13" (4th Generation) front elevation (open), front (closed), back (open), side (open), side (closed), plan (open), plan (closed)

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Apple MacBook Air - 13” (5th Gen)
Series of scaled illustrations comparing the size of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) to other related Macbook models

The 2023 13-inch MacBook Air (5th Gen) is a thin and light laptop with a new M2 chip that offers up to 2x faster performance than the previous generation. It has a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and a MagSafe 3 charging port. It also starts at lower price than the 15-inch, making it a more affordable option for students and creative professionals.

The M2 chip is a significant upgrade over the M1 chip, offering up to 18% faster CPU performance, up to 35% faster GPU performance, and up to 40% faster Neural Engine performance. This makes the MacBook Air even more capable for tasks like video editing, gaming, and creative work.

The Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) has a closed height of .44” (1.13 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), depth of 8.46” (21.5 cm), and weighs 2.73 lb (1.24 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) is 13.6” (34.5 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 2560 x 1664 px at 224 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) measured with height, width, depth, and resolution
The 2023 13-inch MacBook Air (5th Gen) is a thin and light laptop with a new M2 chip that offers up to 2x faster performance than the previous generation. It has a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and a MagSafe 3 charging port.

The Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) has a closed height of .44” (1.13 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), depth of 8.46” (21.5 cm), and weighs 2.73 lb (1.24 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) is 13.6” (34.5 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 2560 x 1664 px at 224 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) measured with height, width, depth, and resolution
Apple MacBook Air - 13” (5th Gen)
Height:
.44” | 1.13 cm
Width:
11.97” | 30.41 cm
Length:
Depth:
8.46” | 21.5 cm
Screen Size
13.6” | 34.5 cm
Resolution
2560 x 1664 px; 224 ppi
Weight:
2.73 lb | 1.24 kg
Area:
Storage
256, 512 GB, 1, 2 TB
Designer
Apple
Release
June 13, 2023

Drawings include:
Apple MacBook Air 13” (5th Gen) front elevation, back, side

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Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)
Scaled size comparison drawings of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) in relation to related Apple Macbooks

The Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) was released in 2021 as an upgrade for the third generation MacBook Air. It lacks an optical disk drive. This gives it a flat design that takes after that of MacBook Pro notebooks. Other things that make this laptop attractive include the large Liquid Retina display, MagSafe 3 port, FaceTime camera, full height function keys, support for Magic Keyboard, better storage capacity, and a variety of finishes. Where it beats previous models is its long battery life, exceptional performance, and quiet fanless design. The last is made possible because it uses the new M1 chipset.

The Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) has a height of .44” (1.13 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), depth of 8.46” (21.5 cm), and weighs 2.73 lb (1.24 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) is 13.6” (34.5 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 2560 x 1664 px at 224 ppi.

Collection of drawings of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) display with measured dimensions and resolution
The Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) was released in 2021 as an upgrade for the third generation MacBook Air. It lacks an optical disk drive. This gives it a flat design that takes after that of MacBook Pro notebooks. Other things that make this laptop attractive include the large Liquid Retina display.

The Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) has a height of .44” (1.13 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), depth of 8.46” (21.5 cm), and weighs 2.73 lb (1.24 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) is 13.6” (34.5 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 2560 x 1664 px at 224 ppi.

Collection of drawings of the Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) display with measured dimensions and resolution
Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen)
Height:
.44” | 1.13 cm
Width:
11.97” | 30.41 cm
Length:
Depth:
8.46” | 21.5 cm
Screen Size
13.6” | 34.5 cm
Resolution
2560 x 1664 px; 224 ppi
Weight:
2.73 lb | 1.24 kg
Area:
Storage
256, 512 GB, 1, 2 TB
Designer
Apple
Release
July 15, 2022

Drawings include:
Apple MacBook Air (4th Gen) front elevation, back, side, top

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Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen)
Series of scaled illustrations comparing the size of the Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen) to other related Macbook models

The first thing you will notice in the Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) is the thicker and squarer design compared to previous models. It entered the market in late 2021, replacing the PowerBook or an upgrade to the previous generation with Liquid Retina RDX displays, Wi-Fi 6, Thunderbolt ports, and support for Dolby Atmos audio. What is unique about this laptop is the addition of a new and powerful Apple M1 Pro or M1 Max chips under its hoods. Other features which were only seen in earlier models like function keys, HDMI port, SD card reader, better memory, and MagSafe port were also re-introduced.

The Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) has a height of .61” (1.55 cm), width of 12.31” (31.26 cm), depth of 8.71” (22.12 cm), and weighs 3.53 lb (1.6 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) is 14.2” (36.1 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 3024 x 1964 px at 254 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen) measured with height, width, depth, and resolution
The first thing you will notice in the Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) is the thicker and squarer design compared to previous models. It entered the market in late 2021, replacing the PowerBook or an upgrade to the previous generation with Liquid Retina RDX displays, Wi-Fi 6, and Thunderbolt ports

The Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) has a height of .61” (1.55 cm), width of 12.31” (31.26 cm), depth of 8.71” (22.12 cm), and weighs 3.53 lb (1.6 kg). The screen of the Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) is 14.2” (36.1 cm) diagonal and has a resolution of 3024 x 1964 px at 254 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen) measured with height, width, depth, and resolution
Apple MacBook Pro - 14” (5th Gen)
Height:
.61” | 1.55 cm
Width:
12.31” | 31.26 cm
Length:
Depth:
8.71” | 22.12 cm
Screen Size
14.2” | 36.1 cm
Resolution
3024 x 1964 px; 254 ppi
Weight:
3.53 lb | 1.6 kg
Area:
Storage
512 GB, 1, 2, 4, 8 TB
Designer
Apple
Release
October 26, 2021

Drawings include:
Apple MacBook Pro 14” (5th Gen) front elevation, back, side, top

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Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen)
Illustration with measurements of the Apple MacBook Air (3rd Generation) screen size and resolution

The MacBook Air (3rd Generation) is the current entry-level offering of laptop computers designed by Apple Inc. First introduced in 2008 by Steve Jobs as ‘the thinnest laptop in the world,’ the current Apple MacBook Air (3rd Generation) remains the least powerful of the MacBook family, but now features a 13.3” diagonal Retina display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution. The MacBook Air (3rd Generation) has a 13.3” diagonal Retina display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and is available in Space Gray, Gold, and Silver.

The Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) has a depth of .61” (1.56 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), height of 8.36” (21.24 cm), and weighs 2.75 lb (1.25 kg). The Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) was released in 2018.

Dimensioned elevation drawings of the Apple Macbook Air (3rd Generation) measuring width, depth, and height
The MacBook Air (3rd Generation) is the current entry-level offering of laptop computers designed by Apple Inc. The MacBook Air (3rd Generation) has a 13.3” diagonal Retina display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and is available in Space Gray, Gold, and Silver.

The Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) has a depth of .61” (1.56 cm), width of 11.97” (30.41 cm), height of 8.36” (21.24 cm), and weighs 2.75 lb (1.25 kg). The Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen) was released in 2018.

Dimensioned elevation drawings of the Apple Macbook Air (3rd Generation) measuring width, depth, and height
Apple MacBook Air (3rd Gen)
Height:
8.36” | 21.24 cm
Width:
11.97” | 30.41 cm
Length:
Depth:
.61” | 1.56 cm
Screen Size
13.3”
Resolution
2560 x 1600, 227 ppi
Weight:
2.75 lb | 1.25 kg
Area:

Battery Life: 12 hrs (web), 13 hrs (movie)

Storage
128, 256, 512 GB, 1.5 TB
Designer
Apple
Release
2018

Drawings include:
Apple MacBook Air (3rd Generation) front elevation (open), front (closed), back (open), side (open), side (closed), plan (open), plan (closed)

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