Apple enthusiasts and tech enthusiasts alike have eagerly awaited the arrival of the highly anticipated 15-inch MacBook Air. With its larger screen size and enhanced features, this latest addition aims to redefine the consumer laptop experience. Released on June 13th, the MacBook Air 15-inch M2 is generating tremendous buzz as Apple's online store prepares for the surge of eager customers. This article delves into the latest features, pros and cons of Apple’s latest Macbook Air M2 15-inch model. Key Specs of 15-inch MacBook Air M2 Design The 15-inch iteration of the MacBook Air, powered by the M2 chip, adheres to the design principles established by its 13-inch counterpart. Its sleek and lightweight construction remains a focal point. The laptop retains a flat and uniform chassis, featuring elegant flat edges. Read more: Apple is expected to unveil sleek headset aimed at thrusting the masses into alternate realities With dimensions of 13.4 x 9.3 x 0.45 inches and weighing a mere 3.3 pounds, the MacBook Air 15-inch M2 is among the thinnest and lightest laptops available. With a 0.45-inch thickness, the M2 claims to be the slimmest 15-inch laptop in the market. Noteworthy competitors, such as the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 and Dell XPS 15 OLED (2023), measure 0.5 and 0.71 inches in thickness, respectively.

The world of gaming laptops is complicated. It's never easy to find the perfect balance between the price, performance, and portability of a laptop in a single product. But since performance is the ultimate goal of a gaming laptop, price and portability seem to always take a back seat. The Asus ROG Strix G16 is here to disrupt that age-old notion. While it's not a small laptop by any means, it seems to have figured out a formula that works for a rational price range (by gaming laptop standards). Let’s have a detailed look.  Key Specifications of Asus ROG Strix G16  Design   The Asus ROG Strix G16 comes in 12 different configurations out of the box. That is a lot to take in even for hardcore gamers. For the sake of simplicity, this review uses the standard G614JI-N4175X model. This unit has specs that can be considered right in the middle of the lot.  The design of all the units is exactly the same with size and internal configurations differing in each model. By the external looks, the design principle from the G15 of last year has been carried on to the G16. The hinge has been staggered below onto the base in a typical ROG design. The back hinge has been updated with a new grill.  Read more: Best MacBooks in Bangladesh: Which Apple Laptop Should You Buy? Speaking of grills, there seems to be no end to them. The ROG Strix 16 has an aluminum top, a plastic body, and a hard plastic base. The sides and the base have been crisscrossed with air vents in all types of different designs. This has been done to let the hot air pass from the CPU and keep the laptop cool. The G16 has an intelligent noiseless cooling system but more on that later.  The aluminum top of G16 has some aggressive ROG branding which may not be to everyone’s preference. The Scars model, which is a much higher-tier variant of the G16 has a more toned-down back with the Aura Sync ROG eye logo. The standard model doesn’t have the Aura Sync on the logo.  There is a white bar along the front edge of the laptop. This time Asus has included RGB lighting for the device on the edges which gives it a quite futuristic look.  Read more: Laptop Buyer’s Guide: How to choose the right one  The choice of ports on the G16 is abundant. All of the ports are placed on the right of the laptop. There is the power port, RJ45 LAN, HDMI 2.1, and two USB 3.2 with one being a Thunderbolt one for PD support and a headphone jack. The HDMI port will be able to project up to 4K at 120 fps max on an external display. 

Compared to PCs, the world of laptops seems to be far more diverse and full of options. When it comes to high-performance, durability, and portability, MacBooks are a step ahead of all other competitors. Based on Apple’s proprietary macOS, MacBooks bring a lot to the table, including some caveats. Let’s explore the world of MacBooks and see which one might just be the right one for you.  Choosing the Right MacBook: What to Consider?  MacBook models are limited to either Air or Pro. But it’s easy to guess the internal spec dimensions considering the price difference between an entry-level MacBook Air and a maxed-out MacBook Pro. While an entry-level M1 MacBook Air Costs 999 USD, a maxed-out MacBook Pro will set back the user an eye-watering 6,499 USD. So before jumping for a model, it's important to understand what should be the buying criteria for MacBooks.  Performance  In general, MacBooks are always known for their efficient and reliable performance thanks to the highly optimized hardware and macOS. With the addition of the Apple silicone M1, the efficiency and performance took a staggering jump, leaving competitions miles back.  So for most people, the entry-level MacBook Air would be more than enough. But for professionals, there are specialized features in different MacBook models. It’ll be discussed in detail in the latter part.  Read More: Laptop Buyer’s Guide: How to choose the right one Price  The price of a MacBook varies substantially. Each new feature from the preceding model or the base model will have a slight price increment. It might get a bit confusing. But the best approach would be to fix a certain budget and performance parameter first and then look for the models that best match the plan.  Battery Life  Ever since Apple made the switch to M1, the battery life has significantly increased, not that the MacBook had a bad battery before. An entry-level MacBook Air will easily last 8 to 12 hours of continued use. Larger and Pro models will have an even better battery life.  Screen Size Speaking of large, MacBook usually comes in either 13-inch, 14-inch, or 16-inch displays. Each incremental screen size brings better display tech with the highest ones reserved for the 16-inch Pro models. For compact users, the 13-inch models can be an easy choice. But for professionals, the 14 or 16-inch might be the one to go for.  Upgradability  Lastly, consider whether there is any need for regular upgrades. MacBooks are highly reliable machines with top-notch performance, even if they become a few years old. The new gen M2 processors are so far ahead that even 2 or 3 years down the line, the performance difference with the competition will be hard to notice. So rather than thinking of MacBooks as just another laptop, think of them as an investment.  Read More: Used Laptop, PC Buyer Guide: What to look for before buying