MacBook Air 13-inch M2 chip 2022

MacBook Air 13-inch M2 chip 2022 in Kenya

The price of the MacBook Air 13-inch M2 Chip in Kenya is Ksh 123,500. The 2022 M2 powered MacBook Air features a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina XDR screen with touch capabilities of 500nits brightness and high screen resolution. The laptop has a 1080p Facetime HD webcam, a 4-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers, and a backlit keyboard with Touch ID and Force Touch features. There are several ports to improve your experience, including 2 Thunderbolt ports, a MagSafe 3 port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The Mac is Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6-enabled.

The 13-inch Mac runs on the Apple M2 chipset that supports a 16-core neural engine, media engine, 150GB/s memory bandwidth, an 8-core high-performance and power-efficient CPU, and 8-core GPU for 3D graphic rendering with hardware accelerated ray racing. This high-performance and efficient platform supports high-end tasks, gaming, and other functions. Embedded in the software is the MacOS Sonoma 14.4 operating system for the customization and personalization of apps. The laptop has 8GB unified memory and 256GB or 512GB SSD. Powering the M3 is a 56.2Wh Li-Po battery that supports up to 18 hours of movie playback and 12 hours of wireless web. The battery is chargeable using a 30W power adapter or the Magsafe 3 USB-C Port. The 13-inch MacBook M3 is available in Silver, Midnight, Starlight, and Space grey. Get yours today at PhonePrice Kenya.

13-ich MacBook Air M2 Specifications in Kenya

Feature	Specs
Brand	Apple
Model	13-inch MacBook Air M2 2022
Year	2022
Price	Kes. 123,500-153,500
RAM	8GB Unified memory configurable to 16GB/24GB
Internal storage	256GB, 512GB SSD
SDXC Card Slot	Yes
Weight	1.24kg (2.7 pounds)
Dimensions (HDW)	1.13 x 30.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FR6cYMGzAw441 x 21.5 cm (0.44 x 11.97 x 8.46 in)
Display	Type: Liquid Retina XDR Size: 13.6-inches Brightness: 500nits Resolution: 2560 x 1664 pixels, 224ppi Refresh Rate: 120Hz Features: Dolby Vision, True Tone tech, P3 wide color
Operating System	macOS Sonoma 14.4
Chipset	Apple M2 chip
CPU	8-core CPU
GPU	8-core
Neural Engine	16-core
Camera	1080p Webcam
3.5mm jack	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3
Loudspeaker	4 Speakers with force-cancelling woofers
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6E
Ports	·       2 Thunderbolt/ USB-4 ·       3.5mm Headphone jack ·       MagSafe 3 charging port
Battery	Li-Po 52.6Wh Up to 18 hours of Movie playback, 15 hours of wireless web
Charging	USB-C Magsafe 3 cable 30W USB-C fast charging Power adapter
Others	Magic backlit Keyboard with Touch ID Force touch trackpad
Colors	Space Grey, Silver, Starlight, Midnight

Build to Last

The 13-inch MacBook Air M2 comes in a premium Apple design, made of durable eco-friendly recycled material. The laptop is lighter with a 1.24 Kg weight and measures  11mm thick, it is very portable and fits perfectly in the bag for when you go to work or school. The Mac is made from Aluminium, giving a glossy metallic matt finish enclosed in a rectangular body with rounded corners that soften its appearance. The Mac has ample ports for your needs, including 2 Thunderbolts, 1 MagSafe, and 3.5mm audio-jack ports. The Mac features a large, legible keyboard with a power button and touchpad. Anodized aluminum prevents fingerprint smudges and keeps your machine always looking clean. The 13-inch MacBook Air M2 is available in Space Grey, Satrliht, Midnight, and silver colors that add to the premium appearance.

Display

Dive into a world of limitless possibilities on the 13.6-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with high native resolution and an IPS Mini LED backlight. The display has 2x the resolution on ordinary laptops and 500nits brightness for a vibrant and colorful viewing. The 13-inch M2 supports a full external 5k display with 60Hz refresh rates and true tone technology with a P3 wide color. This adaptive refresh rate is essential for gaming streaming animation rendering as it allows you to adjust the refresh rate to match your tasks, preventing stuttering.

Performance

Powerful M2 Chip

The 13-inch MacBook Air M2 2022 is integrated with the Apple M2 chipset with an 8-core CPU containing an 8-core GPU. The chip has a 16-core Neural Engine that executes AI functions efficiently and quickly, and the hardware accelerated ray tracing, making it a great chipset for gaming and video editing. Take on extreme tasks, rum multiple tasks, and edit photos and videos in 4k with up to 13x more speed than the intel-based Macs. Additionally, the M2 chip supports 2 external displays with the lid closed. According to Apple, the M2 chip is 1.4x faster than the M1 chip and 13x faster than intel-based MacBooks.

MacOS Sonoma

The 13-inch M2 runs on the MacOS Ventura operating system, allowing you a seamless, easy, and more innovative way to perform your functions, including work and play. The operating system gives you great control over your Mac for a personalized experience, including breathtaking screen savers, wallpapers, your choice of widgets appearance, safari and passwords, security and privacy, and enhanced video conferencing. You can do so much on your Mac including easy setup, access to iCloud, built-in apps, and more. Enjoy an updated system with years of continuous software updates that ensure smooth and secure performance.

Battery and Charging

Apple brings the 13-inch MacBook M2 with a reliable battery given the intensity of tasks it can perform. For charging you get a 30W USB C power adapter and a braided Magsafe 3 cable that quickly refuels your Mac to get you back to work.

High-Capacity Memory

The 13-inch MacBook Air M2 has 8GB unified RAM with a 256GB or 512GB SSD PCIe-based board. This is sufficient space to support heavy tasks like games, multitasking, and data processing. The unified memory supports up to 150GB/s bandwidth and has low latency, which adds to the high performance and efficiency of the MacBook. The RAM can be configured to 16GB or 24GB for extra space. You can quickly share data between the CPU, GPU, and Neural engine allowing you to run multiple apps simultaneously at a peak speed. The SSD can be configured to 2TB for exceptional performance speed.

HD Webcam

You get a full HD 1080p webcam for an incredible camera experience. This is essential during a video conference or FaceTime with family and friends. The camera supports features like a center stage that keeps you in the middle of the frame and ensures a better image. Thanks to the macOS Sonoma, your video time improved as you can choose how to share screens with your audience and use hand gestures with the full 3D AI effects.

Keyboard

The 13-inch MacBook Air M2 features a magic keyboard for a snappy and steady typing experience. The Keyboard comprises 79 keys, including basic QWERTY keys, 2 full-length fn keys, and 4 arrow keys in an inverted T arrangement. The keyboard also has an automatic backlight handy when working in low-light conditions. There is also the power button with a fingerprint sensor, which can be used for a secure login, ensuring that no one can access your machine without your consent. This keyboard is quiet and snappy, hence a great companion for typing, and will leave you happy with the device.

Touch Trackpad

Another impressive feature is the force touch trackpad that allows you to swipe and scroll through your MacBook Air easily. The touchpad, found at the keyboard’s arterial part, has force touch pressure-sensitive controls for precise cursor control. Whether you are working, streaming, creating content, or gaming, the touchpad will enable you to perform all this more smoothly.

Accessibility

The 13-inch MacBook Air with an M2 chip provides additional features to enable you to use a Mac, especially for people with disabilities or when your hands are engaged. There is support for mobility, vision, hearing, and learning that go the extra mile to allow you to do more. These features include:

• Siri and dictation
• Reduce motion.
• Text-to-speech
• Closed captions
• Increase contrast.
• Switch control
• Zoom

You also get in-built apps, including Appstore, Books, Calendar, Photobooth, GarageBand, Find My, Music, Apple TV, and Siri. The MacBook is accessible to the internet via WIFI 6E and has Bluetooth connectivity to pair with your speakers, Air pods, or your phone and share files or play music.

Audio Features

The 13-inch Mac Air M2 supports audio formats, including MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (plus), and Dolby Atmos. Enjoy watching videos, TV, music, or an immersive gaming experience from the high-fidelity 4-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers that provide an expansive stereo sound. There is also Dolby Atmos for spatial audio you can enjoy over your Air Pods Pro or headphones connected through the 3.5mm headphone jack. There are 3 mics with voice isolation and wide spectrum modes that enhance voice clarity during calls.

Connectivity

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air M2 comes has a MagSafe charging port for smooth attaching during charging. You also get two Thunderbolt ports that allow speedy connection with accessories like USB drives or other devices. Additionally, you get a 3.5mm headphone jack port that supports high-impedance headphones. You can access the internet via the Wi-Fi 6 for reliable accessibility to internet-based operations.

Unboxing

In the box, you will find;

• 13-inch MacBook M2
• USB-C Magsafe 3 Cable
• 30W USB-C Power Adapter

Pros and Cons of the 13-inch MacBook Air M2

Hits

• Slimmer design
• Large Display with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate.
• Magic backlit Keyboard
• Touch-sensitive trackpad
• Lightweight
• Fantastic audio upgrade
• Capable battery
• High performance and efficiency
• Large memory space with SDXC Port
• Enough ports for different functions

Misses

• High price tag
• Configuration of the RAM and SSD cost a lot
• Lacks a touchscreen.
• May heat up during intensive tasks

Verdict

The 2022 13-inch MacBook with an M2 chip is an upgraded version of the M1 chip bringing you better performance, a more premium look with a larger and more vibrant display, and a reliable battery. The MacBook is your best companion for extreme tasks and allows multiple connectivity with Wi-Fi 6 and BT 5.3. If you are looking for a premium laptop that will serve you for years, then the 13-inch MacBook Air M2 is what you need.

Alternative Laptops

• 14-inch MacBook M3 Pro
• 15-inch MacBook Air M2
• Samsung Galaxy Book 3
• 13-inch MacBook Air M3