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The left side

At the left we have the previously discussed magnetic power connector.

Inputs/outputs

Diodes

The only status diode located on the machine itself is a very small, very discreet white diode at the front. When the lid is closed, this diode indicates whether the machine is powered on/in standby.

On the keyboard – more precisely the caps lock key – is a small diode for caps lock. When caps lock is enabled, the diode shines with a green light.

Buttons

The power button is at the far right and is like the rest of the chassis cast in aluminium. The integration has almost been completed to perfection.

Keyboard

The keyboard is amazing to type with, definitely one of the best I have ever worked with. The only other keyboards that can match up are those from Lenovo’s IBM ThinkPad series. The keyboard reacts swiftly and has just the right softness.

As an added bonus the keyboard is backlit by a light which – like the display – automatically adjusts its brightness according to surrounding illumination.

Touchpad

The touchpad is nice and big; it works flawlessly, as does the button. The button makes little noise (considerably less than the MacBook Unibody), which is quite advantageous when traveling via public transport or when attending a meeting/lecture. In terms of design, the integration of the touchpad is perfect.

Noise & Heat

The machine makes little noise and does not get very hot. I have only experienced it lukewarm and the fans noticeable after having used the machine for a couple of hours (and resting it on a soft surface no less). In other words, the machine is incredibly silent – probably the most silent I have ever reviewed. There is clearly an improvement here compared to the predecessor.

The display

The display is, put simply, absolutely amazing. It’s glossy but does not suffer from glare. The display is of the LED-kind, making it capable of achieving very high brightness. Add to this some very sharp colours and homogenous distribution of light and you have the best display I have ever worked with.

Webcam

Just like the other MacBooks the MBA has an integrated webcam. The quality is decent and it is beautifully integrated. You can spot the two light detectors at the side, which automatically adjust the brightness of the display and keyboard. Note that the resolution is a standard VGA (640 x 480 = 0.3 MP).

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