Apple MacBook Air 11.6 (2011) Specifications and information

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The entry-level MacBook Air now offers a huge boost in processing and video decoding and encoding power over previous models along with a Thunderbolt port for extremely high speed data transfer. At 1080gm it's one of the lightest Core i5/i7 systems too. There's a 13" version also available which comes with SD card slot.

The latest MacBook Air from Apple with a weight of 1.06kg, 5hrs of battery and an Geforce 320M graphics processor.



Apple MacBook Air 11.6 Specifications

Manufacturer Apple
Model name MacBook Air 11.6
Model id 2011
CPU Intel Core i5
CPU speed 1600 Mhz
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 specs
OS Apple OS X Lion
Display Size
11.6" 1366 X 768
Screen Type
LED-Backlit LCD
Touchscreen type
No Touchscreen
Display Type
No Touch
RAM 2048 MB
SSD 64 GB
Battery capacity 35 Wh
Weight (Minimum) 1080gm / 2.38 pounds
Size 300/192/17.0 mm
Size 11.8/7.6/0.7 inches
Physical Interfaces DC-in
Line-out / Headphone (3.5mm)
USB 2.0 (x2)
Thunderbolt
Wireless Interfaces802.11 a/b/g/n
BT 2.1
No Wireless WAN (e.g. 4G)
AdditionalAC Adaptor
Metal case
Microphone
Multitouch Touchpad
Stereo speakers
WebCam
*Specifications can vary
Apple MacBook Air 11.6 prices
Europe€114930 Oct 12
USA$119930 Oct 12
UK£102030 Oct 12
CanadaC$124930 Oct 12
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Acer Chromebook 11 CB3-131, 11.6 inch, 1100 grams (2.43 lbs)
The new Chromebook 11 inch CB3-131?s cover is made with a nano-imprinted pattern which gives it a premium look and feel while also boosting durability. The Chromebook 11 has been reinforced like Acer?s models for commercial and educational customers to handle stressful environments. It can handle up to 60kg of downward force on the top cover, while the corners can tolerate up to 60cm drops without damage. The reinforced case results in greater resistance to twisting and stress. Security is a key benefit of the Chrome OS file integrity is checked each boot. It is expected to be $180.
Lenovo 100S Chromebook, 11.6 inch, 1200 grams (2.65 lbs)
Lenovo have introduced a toughened low end Chromebook the 100S with a Celeron N2840 cpu and usual 2GB/16GB ram and storage with options up to a 4GB/32GB configuration. It has a lower resolution 1366x768 screen but does have ac wifi.
Medion Akoya S2218, 11.6 inch, 1200 grams (2.65 lbs)
The Medion Akoya S2218 has been released at fantastic prices at Aldi in Germany and the UK (239 Euros and 149GBP!) though the German product specs are better. There's a write up about this product on umpcportal.com (25th August 2015)
Asus E202, 11.6 inch, 1200 grams (2.65 lbs)
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Acer Aspire E11-131, 11.6 inch, 1290 grams (2.84 lbs)
The original Acer Aspire E11 was a nice entry-level fanless laptop competing with the HP Stream 11 and ASUS X205. The Braswell (Intel Atom 2015 version for entry-level laptops) upgrade will give the E11 an good GPU boost along with a small CPU boost. Efficiency should be a little better too but the difference won't be that much. See the note below on CPU
Hisense Chromebook, 11.6 inch, 1040 grams (2.29 lbs)
The Hisense Chromebook is a budget device with just enough going for it inside to provide reasonable performance with its Chinese made Rockchip ARM processor. This model, along with the similar Haier Chromebook are lowering the price bar for workable laptops. Currently available at Walmart and costs $149.
Dell Chromebook 11 ( 2015), 11.6 inch, 1245 grams (2.74 lbs)
Dell's new for 2015 education sector focused Chromebook 11 is lightweight, comes in 3 flavours - 2/4GB RAM and touch and non-touch screens. It's built for daily school and college life having a reinforced hinge so should more able to survive drops and spills. It has a claimed battery life of up to a 10 hours but this is supported by a high capacity battery (43Whr).
Lenovo S21e, 11.6 inch, 1150 grams (2.54 lbs)
Lenovo are promoting this 11.6 inch laptop as a value for money travel companion with a full-sized island-style keyboard. Lenovo say it has fast, smooth processing performance. Battery life is a lowish (nowadays) 5 Hours.
Lenovo N21 Chromebook, 11.6 inch, 1290 grams (2.84 lbs)
It's a rugged, durable and designed for education Chromebook say Lenovo in the blurb. What they mean is it's drop resistant, built to withstand bumps and accidental drops from up to 2.3feet/70cm with a stronger, thicker rear cover and a frame around the screen, sides and corners to absorb the force of bumps.
Xolo Chromebook, 11.6 inch, 1150 grams (2.54 lbs)
Indian smart devices company Xolo have introduced a Chrome OS laptop at around the $200 mark (conversion from rupees only). Fast, sleek and easy is the strap line and it does look it. It's aimed at students, has the RK3288 quad core Rockchip powering it, AC wifi and ability to switch between multiple accounts.
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