M4 MacBook Air vs M1 MacBook Air: No-brainer upgrade if you want it

Apple’s new M4 MacBook Air is an easy product to recommend to just about everyone—even M3 owners. But if you’re currently holding on to an M1 MacBook Air, what exactly will the new M4 model get you? Here’s what you should know. Design: Modern look will be an advantage for most The MacBook Air hasn’t changed its design since the M2 model debuted in 2022. You’ll get that same modern design with the new M4 model. The M1 MacBook Air, however, features the more classic tapered finish that dates back to the very first Air. Depending on your preferences, the M4’s design could either be a pro or con. For me personally, while I appreciate a lot about the new design, I’ve always loved that classic MacBook Air look and feel, and the newer models don’t hit the same way. I’d love to see a next-gen design arrive in the future that’s more like the classic 12-inch MacBook: inspired by the original MacBook Air, but significantly thinner and more modern. Display: Bigger and brighter, with one draw ... Read full article.