Back in November of 2020, Apple released the M1 MacBook Air and the M1 MacBook Pro — the first laptops to use Apple’s new ARM-based silicon processor, instead of the Intel chipsets they’d been using for over a decade. The result: an M1-powered MacBook Pro and MacBook Air that look identical to previous-generation models, but deliver huge leaps in both performance and battery life.
Now, Apple is selling refurbished versions of those M1 laptops for the first time — which means you can score a deal on a gently pre-owned laptop packing the latest and greatest power and efficiency — and avoid having to buy into tech that’s being phased out.
Of course, there’s always new gear on the horizon: Apple is rumored to be planning a huge redesign for the whole MacBook line this spring. If you need a new computer in the meantime, though, these refurbished 2020 models are a great deal.
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If you’re shopping for an M1 MacBook Air
Apple is selling refurbished models in five different configurations and in three color options: silver, space gray or gold. You can save $150 on the most entry-level model, which normally costs $999. Or, you could save up to $250 if you go for a more expensive configuration.
You can check out all the deals on refurbished M1 MacBook Airs here.