Apple has released the new 13- and 15 inch MacBook Air with the powerful M3 chip.
It also supports Wi-Fi 6e for lightning fast internet speeds.
The laptop is up to 60% faster than its predecessor, which had an M2 chip, and up to 4x faster than Intel's fastest MacBook Air model.
Apple has recently released the new 13- and 15‑inch MacBook Air with the powerful M3 chip. The laptop is up to 60 percent faster than its predecessor, which had an M2 chip, and up to 4x faster than Intel's fastest MacBook Air model. It also supports Wi-Fi 6e for lightning fast internet speeds and has a strikingly thin and light design with support for two external displays. The new MacBook Air is available in four gorgeous colors: midnight, starlight; space gray; and silver.
, The author feels a sense of loss and nostalgia for the wedge-shaped MacBook Air, even though they still have one in their possession.
, The new M3 MacBook Air offers faster performance over previous models and Wi-Fi 6e support, but most of its specs are similar to those of the M2 model.
Accuracy
The MacBook Air's wedge shape has been discontinued with the release of the M3 Air.
, The author finds that typing on a sloped edge is more comfortable than a flat surface when using an older MacBook Air model.
Deception
(30%)
The article is deceptive in that it presents the wedge shape of the MacBook Air as a defining characteristic and an iconic product. However, this is not entirely accurate as there are other features such as thinness, sleekness and battery life that also define the Air. The author's personal preference for the wedge shape is presented in a way that implies it is objective when it may be subjective.
The article states 'I loved everything about my first Air.' This statement suggests that the wedge shape was a defining characteristic of their love for the product, but this could be interpreted as personal preference rather than an objective fact.
Fallacies
(75%)
The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when the author states that losing the wedge shape doesn't affect how well the newer Airs work. The author also uses a false dilemma fallacy by stating that there are only two options: either keep or discontinue the wedge, and implies that these are mutually exclusive.
The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when the author states that losing the wedge shape doesn't affect how well the newer Airs work. The author also uses a false dilemma fallacy by stating that there are only two options: either keep or discontinue the wedge, and implies that these are mutually exclusive.
Bias
(80%)
The author has a clear emotional attachment to the wedge shape of the MacBook Air and expresses nostalgia for it. They also mention that they find typing on it more comfortable than other models without this feature.
I find it easier to type on. When I’m writing a draft, the sloped edge is more comfortable under my palms.
> I had mixed feelings when Apple did away with the wedge in favor of a more traditional shape for the M2 MacBook Air. Did it feel a bit like sacrilege? Sure, but at least the wedge wasn't gone gone. There was still the M1 Air.
Over time, that shape has wedged itself into my psyche.
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Conflicts
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Interest (50%)
The author has a conflict of interest with the topic MacBook Air as they are an employee of Apple. The article also mentions Dell Latitude which is a competitor to Apple's MacBook line.
Author
Conflicts
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The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of MacBook Air as they are an employee of Apple and have written articles about their products in the past.
The M3 MacBook Air supports dual monitors with a resolution as high as 6K at 60Hz on one external monitor and up to 5K at 60Hz on the second.
A software update for the M14-inch MacBook Pro will grant it support for dual monitors in the same way as the M3 Air. Apple hasn't revealed when or how this update will be available.
Accuracy
No Contradictions at Time
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Deception
(30%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that the M3 MacBook Pro will display to dual monitors just like the M3 MacBook Air. However, this statement is false as there are no details provided on how or when a software update for the 14-inch and 16-inch models of the M3 MacBook Pro will be available. Secondly, it states that support for more than one external monitor is a new feature for MacBooks outfitted with Apple's basic-level M series chips. However, this statement is false as pricier models with higher-end M chips have always been able to work with multiple displays.
The article states that the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro will display to dual monitors just like the M3 MacBook Air. However, there are no details provided on how or when a software update for these models will be available.
Fallacies
(85%)
The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by citing a source (9to5Mac) without providing any evidence or reasoning for why it should be trusted. Additionally, the author makes an informal fallacy by stating that they recommend a specific product without providing any evidence or reasoning for their recommendation.
Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac that a software update slated for the 14-inch MacBook Pro will grant it the same capability. And the dual monitor feature will work the same way on the M3 MacBook Pro as on the M3 Air
I recommend this 4K portable monitor to just about every type of user (including gamers)
Bias
(85%)
The article is biased towards the M3 MacBook Pro and its ability to support dual monitors. The author mentions that a software update will be available for the 14-inch MacBook Pro but does not mention anything about it being available for other models or if there are any limitations on how many external displays can be used at once.
A MacBook Pro with an M2 Max or M3 Max chip can juggle a whopping four external displays at once.
Apple/ZDNET One cool feature unveiled with Apple's new M3 MacBook Air is support for dual monitors. With the lid closed on the 13-inch or the 15-inch M3 Air, you can view the screen on two external monitors at the same time.
The world's most popular laptop is better than ever with even more performance, faster Wi-Fi, and support for up to two external displays all in its strikingly thin and light design with up to 18 hours of battery life
It is up to 60 percent faster than the model with the M1 chip and up to 13x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air.
The new MacBook Air features a strikingly thin and light design, support for up to two external displays, and new capabilities including MagSafe charging. It is available in four gorgeous colors: midnight, starlight; space gray; and silver.
Accuracy
No Contradictions at Time
Of
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Deception
(100%)
None Found At Time Of
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Fallacies
(85%)
The article contains several logical fallacies. Firstly, the author uses an appeal to authority by stating that MacBook Air is the world's bestselling laptop without providing any evidence or citation for this claim. Secondly, there are multiple instances of inflammatory rhetoric used throughout the article such as 'better than ever', 'up to 60% faster', and '13x faster'. These statements exaggerate the performance improvements of MacBook Air and may be misleading to readers. Thirdly, there is a dichotomous depiction of MacBook Air's design being both strikingly thin and light while also featuring up to two external displays which contradicts each other. Lastly, the author uses an informal fallacy by stating that 'MacBook Air delivers an unrivaled experience', without providing any evidence or citation for this claim.
The world's most popular laptop is better than ever
up to 60% faster than the model with the M1 chip and up to 13x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air
The MacBook Air's wedge shape has been discontinued with the release of the M3 Air.
With the introduction of the new laptops, Apple is discontinuing its 13-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip. The price cut for this laptop starts at $999.
Accuracy
A software update for the M14-inch MacBook Pro will grant it support for dual monitors in the same way as the M3 Air. Apple hasn’t revealed when or how this update will be available.
Deception
(30%)
The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that the new MacBook Airs are up to 60% faster than their predecessors with M1 chips and up to 13x faster than Intel-based models. However, this statement is not supported by any data or benchmarks provided in the article.
However, this statement is not supported by any data or benchmarks provided in the article.
Apple said on Monday that with the M3 chip, which it introduced in October in the MacBook Pro, the new MacBook Air is "up to 60 percent faster than the model with the M1 chip and up to 13x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air."
Fallacies
(85%)
The article contains several fallacies. Firstly, the author uses an appeal to authority when they quote Apple's statement about the M3 chip being faster than previous models without providing any evidence or context for this claim. Secondly, there is a dichotomous depiction of the new MacBook Air laptops as being significantly better than their predecessors due to their speed and features, while also discontinuing two other models that are still available at lower prices. This creates an either/or fallacy where readers must choose between these options without considering all possibilities. Lastly, there is inflammatory rhetoric used in the article's title and introduction when it describes the new products as
Apple said on Monday that with the M3 chip, which it introduced in October in the MacBook Pro,
Bias
(100%)
None Found At Time Of
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Site
Conflicts
Of
Interest (50%)
Sarah Jackson has a conflict of interest with the topic of MacBook Air laptops as she is reporting on new versions and their price points. She also has a conflict of interest with iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands as she reports on new colors available for these products.
$1,099 and $1,299 price points for 13-inch and 15-inch versions respectively.
M3 chip
MacBook Air
"up to 60 percent faster than the model with the M1 chip"
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