TLDR Review: MacBook Air (2019)
Score
The 2019 Apple MacBook Air receives a moderate score due to its sleek design, excellent battery life, and improved pricing, appealing to those seeking an entry point into the macOS ecosystem. However, notable weaknesses include underwhelming performance, a lack of powerful processors compared to rivals, and inconsistent quality in refurbished units, leading to mixed customer experiences with defects and subpar packaging.
Pros
- •Works fine and is much faster compared to an old mid-2010 MacBook Pro.
- •The product's appearance is very appealing.
- •Buyer is strutting their satisfaction and considering a second purchase for personal use.
- •Despite its refurbished status, it performs as if it was fresh out of the box.
- •Charges efficiently, so you're not tethered to the wall.
- •Although it's got some exterior battle scars, the screen and keyboard are in excellent condition.
Cons
- •The charger was more temperamental than usual.
- •Someone put super glue on the volume down key because it's sticking.
- •The touch screen feature does not work.
- •Product won't charge.
- •Laptop is getting heated more than it should, even with no apps open.
- •Battery might just give out on you, turning your marathon into a sprint.
- •Occasional lag makes it seem like the MacBook is taking a leisurely stroll, not quite in a rush to get anywhere.
Bottom Line
While this refurbished MacBook has its moments of glory with a pretty face and some slick moves, it also throws its fair share of temper tantrums. If stability is your jam, maybe consider a less moody machine.
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