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24 November 2020

This update of EveryMac.com features complete details and benchmarks for the now shipping new M1-based MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models as well as a comprehensive update to the iPad Air Q&A.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.

Apple iPad Air 4
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The iPad Air Q&A answers "How fast is the iPad Air 4 compared to earlier iPad Air models? How fast is it compared to the iPad mini and iPad Pro?" and "Which iPad Air models support pen input? Is there a cheaper option than Apple's Pencil?" and dozens of other questions.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with additional identifiers for new Mac and iOS devices from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who contribute info. It's appreciated always.

For those interested in saving money on a new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or Mac mini, Apple Authorized site sponsor Adorama has the new models in stock and with free shipping. Adorama likewise has some recently discontinued models at blowout prices, but only while supplies last.

If you bought, or buy, a new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or Mac mini, please get in touch and send in its serial number. Non-personal information will be added to EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup to help with model identification and differentiation. Thank you.

New Q&As

A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:

  • What are all the differences between the iPad Air 4 models? How many are there around the world?
  • What are all the differences between the iPad Air 4 and the iPad Air 3 it replaced?
  • How fast is the iPad Air 4 compared to earlier iPad Air models? How fast is it compared to the iPad mini and iPad Pro?
  • Which iPad Air models support pen input? Is there a cheaper option than Apple's Pencil?
  • What is the best external keyboard for the iPad Air?
  • What is the Apple SIM? How is it different from a regular SIM? Which iPad Air models support Apple SIM?

For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.










Additions & Changes:

Comprehensively updated the iPad Air Q&A with new and updated Q&As for new and older devices alike.

Added complete specs and benchmarks:

Updated specification listings:

Updated site features:

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