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22.12.2010

As part of the next presentation, Apple introduced the iLife 'I software package, the latest version of Mac OS X Lion and, finally, new MacBook Air configurations, positioned as a kind of hybrid of iPad and laptop. There are now two devices in the line - with screens of 13,3 "and 11,6".

The older model has become even thinner and lighter, while the characteristics are close to the 13-inch MacBook and MacBook Pro. It features a Core 2 Duo processor, NVIDIA GeForce 320M integrated graphics, a multi-touch touchpad, and a FaceTime-enabled camera.

One of the most important features is the lack of an optical drive and hard drive. Instead of HDD, SSD drives are used here.

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