I swapped my ThinkPad for a MacBook Air M4, and it's spoiled work laptops for me

When Apple announced the MacBook Air M4 earlier this month, it was clear that the laptop would be an incremental upgrade from last year's model, with the latest in Apple silicon and a host of software and AI-powered features. The fact that the 13-inch version was $100 less was a pleasant surprise, however, positioning it as a competitive choice in the current market. 

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I had a chance to test out the new MacBook Air M4 over the last week, and my initial findings reflect a device that's snappier, a little more polished, and ultimately an improvement on the device we all know and love. A more thorough, full-length review will come shortly, but for now, here are my initial thoughts on the latest refresh to the ultraportable laptop that ...