Apple's 15-inch M2 MacBook Air Just Hit an All-Time Low $810, But for How Long?
Picking the best laptop for your needs often means choosing between performance and portability, but not today. The 15-inch M2 MacBook Air is fast and incredibly thin and light, and right now you can slide one into your laptop bag for just $810, the lowest price we've seen yet.
Amazon hasn't said how long this deal will last, but we do know that stocks are already limited. Thankfully, Best Buy is matching the same $810 price, but again, we don't know how many laptops are available. We suggest ordering your new MacBook Air soon if you want to lock this price in.
While this isn't Apple's latest model these days, it's still a great option for a whole lot of people. The M2 chip is blazing fast and can still play games and run the latest apps with aplomb.
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The model on offer today has a gorgeous 15-inch display as well as 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD for storage. The keyboard comes with a built-in Touch ID sensor for biometric authentication, and you can look forward to around 18 hours of use per charge. That's plenty, whether you're hot-desking at work or just want to get out of the office for a while.
If you do decide that you want to go for one of the newer models, our list of the best MacBook deals available today is your friend. But with this M2 model at its lowest-ever price, we don't think you can go wrong here.
Why this deal matters
The MacBook Air is an iconic laptop and the M2 version still has more than enough performance for most people. It'd be a great option for school and work alike, and this is your chance to snag one at a price that we don't expect to last for much longer.
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