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Apple MacBook Air 13-Inch M1/8GB/256GB SSD - Space Grey (2020) $1257 + Delivery / $0 C&C @ Harvey Norman

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Apple MacBook Air 13-Inch M1/8GB/256GB SSD - Space Grey (2020) $1257 + Delivery / $0 C&C @ Harvey Norman
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Snipper007 on 02/07/2023 - 01:18 harveynorman.com.au (1906 clicks)
Last edited 02/07/2023 - 02:11 by 1 other user

Key Features
Apple-designed M1 chip for a giant leap in CPU, GPU and machine learning performance
Go longer than ever with up to 18 hours of battery life1
8-core CPU delivers up to 3.5x faster performance, to tackle projects faster than ever2
Up to eight GPU cores with up to 5x faster graphics, for graphics-intensive apps and games2
16-core Neural Engine for advanced machine learning
8GB of unified memory so everything you do is fast and fluid
Superfast SSD storage launches apps and opens files in an instant
Fanless design for silent operation
13.3-inch Retina display with P3 wide colour for vibrant images and incredible detail3
FaceTime HD camera with advanced image signal processor for clearer, sharper video calls
Three-microphone array focuses on your voice instead of what’s going on around you
Next-generation Wi-Fi 6 for faster connectivity
Two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports for charging and accessories
Backlit Magic Keyboard and Touch ID for secure unlock and payments
macOS Big Sur introduces a bold new design and major app updates for Safari, Messages and Maps
Available in gold, space grey and silver

Computing Apple Computer Laptop Ultrabook

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  • aiyoyo on 02/07/2023 - 07:18

    Can an Ipad gen9 use like a Mac book for kids with keyboard and pencil with it?

    • Agret on 02/07/2023 - 11:52

      No, different operating systems on them. Depends on what your kids need/want to do with the device though as many popular software packages have iOS apps available.

  • Fancydancer on 02/07/2023 - 07:43
    -6

    New M2 air can be had for less than $200 more than this any day if you know where to go. Much better but now. This needs to be sub 1k for it to be a deal.

    • dstar012 on 02/07/2023 - 07:53
      +6

      Where are you getting the m2 air for less than $1450?

      • jjno41 on 02/07/2023 - 09:12
        +5

        Seems to be a secret

        • dstar012 on 02/07/2023 - 09:18
          +5

          More likely completely fabricated.

          • illusion99 on 02/07/2023 - 12:20
            +4

            @dstar012: Yeh he’s flexing. Ozbargain equivalent of flashing your gold bounty Rolex. “Look at the awesome deal I got that only people in the know can get”. If it’s a secret under the table deal then he wouldn’t have said anything in the first place. The only point of his post is to show off

          • Fancydancer on 03/07/2023 - 18:37
            -1

            @dstar012: At the risk of actually flexing I recently paid $1297 direct from Apple University Store for M2 air stacking Cash Rewards (7%) and Apple gift cards (15%). Wasn’t hard at all. The reason I didn’t quote the SAME price as this M1 deal is these offers are not regularly available - the $200 extra amount I mentioned is. Anyone with half a brain (like me) can figure it out.

            • electricslapper on 03/07/2023 - 21:59

              @Fancydancer: Receipts or it didn’t happen.

            • Agret on 04/07/2023 - 11:07

              @Fancydancer: My Cashback was rejected for Apple store, said you can't pay with gift cards. This was via Shop back so maybe if you buy the GC with shop back then use CR to checkout you can stack?

              • Fancydancer on 04/07/2023 - 11:45

                @Agret: Next time try to convert GC to store credit, I’ve never had one rejected yet, about five purchases now.

            • dstar012 on 04/07/2023 - 22:18
              -1

              @Fancydancer: Hahahaha, you said - and I quote "New M2 air can be had for less than $200 more than this any day if you know where to go. "
              Do they run the Cash Rewards (7%) and the Apple gift cards (15%) everyday now?

              • Fancydancer on 05/07/2023 - 05:30

                @dstar012: If you want M2 today for about $1440 (less than $200 more than this deal’s M1) then go to Coles and buy Apple Store cards using Flybuys deal, then go to correct Apple Store where you’ll find it for $1597. (Approx $1600-160=$1440) or M1 for $1170 approx.

                I didn’t do this, I stacked other offers that I’m not claiming are regularly available.

                Of course if you enjoy paying more and buying from HN then no one is stopping you. I’ve had plenty of Negs from people who seem happy to do that, hopefully others can save some cash though.

        • Fancydancer on 02/07/2023 - 13:43
          -4

          It’s definitely no secret, you don’t need to scroll far down almost every post for Mac deals to find out. Eg. https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/780464

    • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 08:35
      +1

      The m2 is much more expensive. Also the base model is not as good as the m1 (slow ssd). You would need to get a 512gb.

      • ihfree on 02/07/2023 - 09:16
        +1

        What's the real world impact of the slower SSD?

        • dstar012 on 02/07/2023 - 09:22
          +3

          Depends on what you're using the machine for:

          https://www.theverge.com/23220299/apple-macbook-air-m2-slow-…

          For just general internet and basic tasks, highly unlikely to notice.

          • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 09:34
            +4

            @dstar012: If you are spending over $1.5k: in the case of m2, I am expecting a better machine. I can do basic tasks on cheap androids. That’s my 2 cents. Also if you don’t need the latest the m1 is a perfect machine and you save money. I have had one since January 2021 and it’s a great laptop.

            • netsurfer on 02/07/2023 - 19:57
              +1

              @fozzie: It's better to get m2 unless the budget is really tight. There are minor improvements (faster CPU, GPU, better video hardware acceleration, newer WiFi, Bluetooth, Magsafe). The SSD issue has been blown out of proportion. The USB 3.2 deficiency on m1 isn't ideal.

              As an owner of a m1, I have a different view and recommend people to go for m2 now.

    • Eeples on 02/07/2023 - 12:23
      +1

      Fiction.

    • [Deactivated] on 02/07/2023 - 14:09
      +2

      I'm not sure id pay $200 more for an M2 air tbh. Not much difference between the two

      • Fancydancer on 02/07/2023 - 14:15
        -1

        Faster processor, upgraded screen, magsafe charging, better audio, extra graphics core, better resale. Only downsides are higher cost and slower ssd read/write.

        • freelife on 02/07/2023 - 19:39
          +2

          Better audio is false as confirmed by several reviewers. The speakers that fire onto the screen as opposed to firing into the air like the M1 makes it sound less clear and has less soundstage. Tested this at the Apple Store and it’s true. M1 has more clarity and spatial quality. M2 is slightly louder but the sound quality is sacrificed.

        • OzzyBrak on 03/07/2023 - 11:41

          M2 isn't worth the extra money.

      • nicolascage on 02/07/2023 - 18:53
        +1

        While the m1 is enough, if you got the cash grab the m2. I prefer the design, and it’s slightly larger being a 13.6 inch device

      • ram4ram on 02/07/2023 - 20:26
        +1

        M2 will be supported longer than the M1. It might be worth the difference to some people… because as we know Apple - Once it's out of support, it basically becomes paperweight.

    • TimApple on 02/07/2023 - 19:29

      what if you only need an M1 lol?

  • Sarge2401 on 02/07/2023 - 08:59

    Would this be any good for basic video editing? Like 5 to 8 minute YouTube videos?
    Currently using a Samsung mobile and would just like to move forward.

    • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 09:38
      +12

      That’s cheaper than the apple education price. And is still a current model. Yes overpriced, but that’s apple. Considering it will last you many years, with not many problems , I would always buy over a windows laptop.

      • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 10:00
        +8

        I did try to resist apple in the past, but I have spent money for kids windows laptops and their quality wasn’t great (I bought a over $1000 laptop and it started having problem after a year or so) So last time one of my children needed a new laptop I bought a 2014 MacBook Air (that was nearly 2 years ago), second hand for $200ish from cash converters. Only problem we have had has been the battery, which I replaced by myself.
        Newer models are harder to replace the battery though. My daughter is going to uni next year, but she said it’s still ok to use the old 2014 air (only word; school work and usual web browsing). I think it’s impressive for such an old laptop to still work that well, despite it’s daily usage and age.

        • teddiebear on 02/07/2023 - 11:58

          Their software is good. I'd even say it's great! But the hardware, not so much

          • JTTheMan on 02/07/2023 - 12:09
            +1

            @teddiebear: I’m still using my 2016 MacBook 12 and have been waiting for it to become unusable before I upgrade but have been waiting for at least a couple of years while newer models are released,
            I’m very tempted by the Mabook Air 15 but I’ll probably wait for a sale?

            • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 16:09

              @JTTheMan: My colleague has the same Mac as yours. Her battery died and she’s just replacing it at apple lol. She said it still works fine, why should I spend over $1000 when I can spend $409?
              I don’t know if I totally agree, $400 for a battery is way too much imo.

              • Agret on 02/07/2023 - 20:37
                +1

                @fozzie: $400 for a battery that's outrageous. Take it to a computer repair store, I only charge half that for batteries. The 2016 model is a bit tricky to switch out as Apple want to make it a pain for users to DIY but it's not $400 tricky.

        • plmko on 02/07/2023 - 12:50

          Anecdotal evidence like that means jack, like what does that even mean that your daughter is fine with a 2014 air?

          For instance my friend uses a Sony Vaio F from 2015 still on the original battery and on the same Win8.1 install, for Uni (Word, PDF, browsing, life admin). It was only $800 at that time and there's been zero maintenance done. But it's not something I'd use as evidence on how good it is just because my friend can cope with that.

          • fozzie on 02/07/2023 - 13:12

            @plmko: It’s not just my child’s laptop. I also have used macs through work and never had a problem. Same for my current m1 air (owned for 2.5 years).

          • Agret on 03/07/2023 - 00:17
            +1

            @plmko: 2013-2017 air were pretty reliable, SSDs in them are good but 4gb ram models might struggle if you try to use Chrome instead of Safari. If you have an 8gb model I'd imagine they're still pretty usable for web browsing.

            • fozzie on 03/07/2023 - 00:26

              @Agret: She owns a 4gb one, not sure if she used chrome or safari. She also plays a lot of Roblox on it lol.

              • oshkoshjosh4 on 03/07/2023 - 14:20
                +1

                @fozzie: 4GB of RAM in 2023? I'm calling Child Protective Services.

                • fozzie on 03/07/2023 - 14:38

                  @oshkoshjosh4: Ahha, she only uses for school work, YouTube and usual stuff 16 years old do. I did ask her if she wanted to upgrade but she’s happy with it (I replaced the battery by myself and easy in 2014 model). Might get her an iPad for uni when she goes next year.

          • Murkymerv on 03/07/2023 - 11:14

            @plmko: Your friend has a unicorn 🦄

        • sal78 on 03/07/2023 - 00:12
          +1

          Uni students like to use iPad with Apple pencil.

          Just watch all the tic toc videos. Some claim it improved their grades

          • fozzie on 03/07/2023 - 00:30

            @sal78: Good point, my oldest is first year at uni and has both laptop and iPad. I’ll ask her which one would be better for her sibling.

    • CptnObvious on 02/07/2023 - 10:02
      +2

      Considering HN is selling these at the cheapest right now, your latter argument has no legs.

      • teddiebear on 02/07/2023 - 11:58
        -3

        OH NO!! I HAVE NO LEEEEGS! NOOOO! Lmao

        • CptnObvious on 02/07/2023 - 12:28
          +1

          Don't patronise yourself

    • GregRust on 02/07/2023 - 12:13
      +2

      Best in class performance, build quality and battery life = bad, apparently.

      • teddiebear on 02/07/2023 - 13:05
        -3

        Love watching apple fans cry

        • ihfree on 02/07/2023 - 14:57
          +3

          Are they crying though?

          The main people who are upset seem to be having an emotional response based on their dislike of Apple rather than relying on anything factual.

          Post some benchmarks or alternatives and tell us why they're better or in what cases they're better. If you can't, maybe you are the one having a cry

    • TimApple on 02/07/2023 - 19:30
      +1

      Bruh.

  • kungfuman on 02/07/2023 - 11:49
    -3

    hey are desperate to get rid of these lol, don't fall for it. it only has 8gb of ram, if you don't want you sdd to wear out quicky don't get this model.

    • ihfree on 02/07/2023 - 11:50
      +1

      Define quickly

      • kungfuman on 02/07/2023 - 15:59

        depends on your usage and what kind of work you do on your laptop. Video editing for example on a daily basis on the go will be about 2 years, from testing compared to the 16gb model that runs faster and alot less writes to the ssd. Even with an external drive, it will depend on the demand of the video editing software where it will start using the paging file on the ssd. If all you do is watch videos and play games and do basically F all on your laptop then the 8gb version will last you at least 3 or 4 years or more.

    • GregRust on 02/07/2023 - 17:00
      +2

      8gb is fine for MBA workflows. If you need a laptop that needs 16gb get the MBP.

  • vash12 on 02/07/2023 - 12:44
    +3

    Would 8gb ram be enough to open 20 tabs on chrome + outlook?

    • Bargainsforlife on 02/07/2023 - 14:09

      Would like to know as well

      • TimApple on 02/07/2023 - 19:33

        Depending on the tabs, but yeah it's fine.

    • Draco on 02/07/2023 - 15:14

      yes works perfectly fine great machine, if you can afford try and find 16gb model.

    • Gilbertimus on 02/07/2023 - 15:49
      +2

      I am using exactly same model macbook air (8gb ram) now. I have 7 different chrome windows opened with 22,20,20,7,6,6 and 3 tabs on each without issues. In addition, I have also 5 pdf files, 2 word docs, 2 excel files, one note, note and 2 messaging apps opened. 8gb memory is surprisingly sufficient with basic tasks. My partner has M2 macbook air and honestly I can't tell much different in performance for daily tasks between M1 and M2 macbook air so I would say M1 macbook air is still a good buy

      • freelife on 02/07/2023 - 19:42
        +3

        You’re still trying for tay tay tickets aren’t you. Don’t give up. (Sold out though hehe)

      • oshkoshjosh4 on 03/07/2023 - 14:22
        -1

        Check your SWAP, you're likely raping your SSD.

    • Nshell7 on 02/07/2023 - 15:56
      +1

      Depends, one tab of rich content webpage like Facebook or Instagram will use much more RAM than a text only webpage. Use Chrome task Manager to check the actual RAM usage.

    • armageddeus on 02/07/2023 - 17:02

      Yes. Not an issue. Have opened 40+ tabs

  • freelife on 02/07/2023 - 19:46
    -1

    The inferior qualities of the M2 are its speakers and notch.

    Speakers lose spatial sound stage due to its speakers firing onto the screen (sounds are vibrations so partly absorbed by the screen). Go to the Apple Store and you’ll hear the difference.

    Notch means less room on the menu bar. Only an issue if you use lots of menu bars icons.

  • BatmanAU on 03/07/2023 - 12:31

    Wish you could still boot camp these, love the device, hate the OS, especially parallels!

  • softkun123 on 03/07/2023 - 13:35

    Never used MacBook. Does this laptop comes with its own version of document editor.? Like Windows laptop has MS office

    • Agret on 05/07/2023 - 11:34
      +2

      Yes you get Apple Pages (Word), Sheets(Excel) & KeyNote(PowerPoint) included for free.

      You can use Microsoft Office on Mac too, if you know anyone using office 365 that would download fine into the Mac.

      You can also use Google Docs or Microsoft Word Online (via OneDrive) for free cloud document editing.

      • softkun123 on 05/07/2023 - 16:26

        Thank @Agret for the information

  • teajay74 on 08/07/2023 - 11:13

    Go to https://www.apple.com/au_edu_5000447/shop/buy-mac/macbook-ai…
    Price = $1,294.70
    Get 10% off (sort of) via bonus Flybuys deal https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/785042
    Price = $1,165.23

  • Ozimodo on 10/07/2023 - 09:19

    I've gone off the Apple OS, its a bit too restrictive for me and cant boot camp anymore. Any thoughts on a windows equivalent in the same form factor? I know theres the Surface but not after tablet. HP Dragonflys etc are a lot more expensive, especially with SSD. Something the same price, performance and form factor would work for me if it ran Windows

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