If you find yourself suddenly in need of a high-performance laptop to support your academic journey this school year, or perhaps you’ve received a larger than anticipated tax return that encourages a little self-indulgence, or maybe you’re a dedicated Windows user yearning for a refreshing change, the MacBook Air M4 could be the perfect solution for you. Not only is it sleek and powerful, but it’s also currently available at a great discount, making it a fantastic option for students and professionals alike. Right now, it’s priced at just $949, which is a discount of $50 or around 5% off the regular retail price.

This enticing deal applies to the beautiful sky blue and starlight color options of Apple’s latest laptop. If you prefer the stylish midnight (black) variant, it is available for a slightly higher price of just $954, which is only $5 more than the discounted colors. Regardless of your choice, you’ll be investing in a device that combines aesthetics with outstanding functionality.

This promotional offer is specifically for the base model of the M4 MacBook Air, which features a compact 13-inch display, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It’s designed to handle everyday tasks with ease, making it a versatile companion for both academic and professional settings.

The M4 MacBook Air debuted a few weeks ago and immediately established itself as one of our top recommendations for both students and professionals, surpassing the previous model in both performance and value. We were impressed by its sleek design, lightweight build, and the overall user experience it provides.

Among the standout features of the 13-inch model we tested—now available at this competitive price—was its impressive battery life, lasting a remarkable 18 hours and 15 minutes during continuous HD video playback. While the overall performance is stellar, we did note that the laptop could benefit from additional ports, and the display, although high quality, is limited to a refresh rate of 60Hz, which may not satisfy all users.

One of the most remarkable aspects of the M4 MacBook Air is that Apple has reduced the starting price for this generation, setting it at $999 instead of the previous $1,099 for the M3 model. This price adjustment is a significant improvement for consumers, and with the current $50 discount, it makes the deal even more appealing.

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