The Apple store lists our laptop at 1,099 Euros (~$1440) (delivery is free). The reader can thus distinguish it from other built-to-order options on the Apple homepage.
The test model ( basic configuration) includes an Intel Core i5 CPU, a 128 GB Solid State Drive and 4 GB RAM. Our test was run on the 13-inch MacBook Air. However, if you were waiting for a better display (Retina), additional connectivity (4G) or a new design, you will have to keep waiting. In addition, this slow evolution encompasses such changes as extensive WLAN standard support, faster Flash storage and increased battery life. On the inside, a breath of fresh air blows: both the CPU and GPU have received updates, thanks to the new Intel Haswell generation. Still, Apple is confident of the outer appearance of their product, as the newest installment of the slim notebook is virtually identical (outside) to its predecessor. Today, Apple is no longer alone in this segment the MacBook Air has to fight tooth and nail for a position against competitors like the Asus Zenbook series or the Samsung Series 9. Their unibody case design has been the industry standard for slim, yet sturdy and powerful notebooks for years. Since the launch of the MacBook Air 2008, the only major case update Apple has performed was in 2010. For the original German review, see here.
