Just so no one has to ask anymore, the wallpapers are here 😂iokyle.gumroad.com/l/venl

@lielazulay2206

2 ай бұрын

what about the wallpaper in 0:02 ?

@KyleErickson

2 ай бұрын

@@lielazulay2206 I wasn't happy with it, so it didn't make the cut

@lielazulay2206

2 ай бұрын

@@KyleErickson thats a shame I would pay money just for it 😅 it looks great

@_chemin_de_foi

Ай бұрын

I want to know if the 16GB - 512GB version Macbook Air is perfect for graphic designing. And to use software like Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro (for small scale video editing), After effects, etc?

Someone needs to tell Apple that a 8 gb RAM, 256 SSD laptop in 2024 is unacceptable.

@TheDanEdwards

3 ай бұрын

What is stopping you from buying a MacBook with more RAM and a bigger SSD?

@Thatbeardedguy86

3 ай бұрын

@@TheDanEdwardsthe problem is the upgrade prices. $400 for 8gb and 512 is ridiculous. Just an example but the new HP Spectre cost $50 to go from 16 to 32gb

@possiblyinsane6995

3 ай бұрын

then why are you here@@Thatbeardedguy86

@waterrelaxingvideos8160

3 ай бұрын

Acceptable for those who can actually afford

@Joniyah444

3 ай бұрын

Bunch of Reddit idiots commenting

I purchased a Macbook Pro M3 Pro 18GB having come from a Macbook Air M2 16GB. I did not see any improvements, just additional bulk. I was hoping the additional memory helped. I decided to return the Macbook Pro and purchase a Macbook Air M3 with 24GB memory.

@marcosvivanco2433

22 күн бұрын

What type of work do you do on your Macs?

@ellisz5972

22 күн бұрын

You have the same range of machines I have. (M2 Air 16GB, and an MBP Pro 18GB). I agree with you.

The pro is worth the upgrade for screen, speakers, battery, performance - if you are happy to pay for it. I have a M1 14" pro and its still bullet proof performance wise.

@x6da9crain

Ай бұрын

But will it be that big of a difference for a average user?

@shaun1900

Ай бұрын

@@x6da9crain yes it would because the screen and speakers are noticeably better even for an average user, whoever that may be.

@SwissCheese112

17 күн бұрын

I had a 13inch pro, Quad core I5, it was bullet proof too, until about 2 weeks ago when the logic board fried and the battery gave up. Thats how macs go, they run great for about 5 years (heavy usage) then they just start crapping out. Battery or charging issue usually.

@FlorentBraquart

6 күн бұрын

@@SwissCheese112 can confirm. My MacBook Pro 15inch just died last year. Bought it in 2018. 5 years of regular usage, video editing on FCPX and photos editing on Lightroom. One morning I opened it and nothing happened. Logic board died. That was painful. I'm careful with my purchases now.

@TheDarkBrat

3 күн бұрын

battery not that much better, if someone has ipad pro with oled i dont see why you’d get mbp pro. you can get mb air and sidecar to you ipadpro

JUST the video I’ve been looking for! Love your balance on content/talk

Amazing video, love the production quality and the information is spot on as it's generalized to everyone and not just tech enthusiasts.

That was the best review I've watched for these new models. You've saved me a few hundred bucks--Thank you!

This was a genuinely useful review, thank you Kyle

Gorgeous desk setup 🤙🏻 love the green wall and wood

Kyle - Thanks for another helpful video. I’m a retired EE who has made the transition to the Apple infrastructure (phone, tablet, desktop) over the last year. I’ve got to say that I find your channel to be invariably helpful with straight, fact-based, honest opinions while omitting the oohs and ahhs of the unboxing videos, the corner cases some obsess over, and the WAGs about the next Apple announcement. Keep up the great work! Frank

Hi from New Zealand Kyle! Excellent video and just what i needed.. my 2017 super spec'd quad core intel Macbook Pro just developed a screen fault and I decided it was time to upgrade.. to the new Macbook Pro.. OF COURSE! I couldn't believe my luck that the new M3 Air has JUST been released. You know how it is, it's usually "oh i just bought the M2 and the M3 is out. Not this time! And after a bunch of videos your very detailed review sealed the deal. Instead of spending a boatload more I'm going with the Macbook Air 15.. I use FCP and a bunch of other programs of course, and I'm feeling super happy to go with the Air (as I'm about to travel for 6 months) and it looks like it'll do everything I need. THANKS! You saved me considerable dollars.. it hasn't arrived yet but I ordered after watching this, so chur bro! (as we say in NZ.. or choice brutha.. LOL)

The quality of your videos are 200%. I see you as one of the top tech KZreadrs out there. It is a joy to watch your videos. The visuals are STUNNING!

Address many complex issues and gives the digested understanding. Very good!

100% at the point! Good review - Thnx!

Thanks for this. I was considering the Air, but I've had memory pressure with 16gb. I was tempted to get the M2 MacBook Pro SKU the just released that has 1tb and 24gb of RAM, but I broke down and bought the 16" MBP with 512 and 36GB RAM. Still, that's a very pricey difference. The whole thing was brought on by my base M1 Mac MIni starting to crap out on me when recording video. I love the more powerful machine, but the cost is still a big issue.

Extremely helpful. Thanks.

Bro I need your wallpapers? I need em. Love your content! You kick ass! My new fav tech reviewer.

Thank you for this vid, very useful ❤️‍🔥

Incredible video, thank you!

Nicely explained, tests, test results, video editing thing, so on and added info.. thanks man!

@neomancr

Ай бұрын

If you're leaning toward just getting a new laptop that you occasionally use with an external monitor then why not? If you're using your MPB like it's a Nintendo switch, where it IS your desktop computer and can be a hand held as well then of course get the MBP. By the same measurement no one would get Macbooks at all and just get iPads.

Love mine, got the base model but I don't push mine to hard but once an awhile, very happy!

Looking forward to the follow up video!

Incredible review.. futuristic video review 🔥

Great review. It's great how you get straight to the meat of this without all of the waffle almost all reviewers suffer from. I never once felt like I had to fast forward or speed up your video. You've also got me thinking about selling my M1 Pro MBP and replacing it with the M3 Air.

@Leon-tm5tj

3 ай бұрын

M1 Pro runs circles around the new Air. Better display, better speakers. The Pro has fans and 16GPU cores. The fans are a big deal for sustained performance, gaming, rendering, exporting videos etc. It would be a downgrade, really.

@scottd1342

3 ай бұрын

@@Leon-tm5tj checking the specs on my M1 Pro and you're probably right -- it's got a 10-core CPU and 14-core GPU, 200GB/s memory bandwidth and a fan of course.

I just bought the 15 inch version with 16GB and hope it works well for me as a designer and going into web design, UI /UX.

This video solidifies my decision to keep the 13” M3 air. I have until tomorrow to decide to keep it or get a Pro. I got the same version as you minus the Gb to 256 though. But I’m absolutely loving it so far. Thought maybe I’d need a pro, do I really. What I do, nope. And the 13” is perfect size for me.. I did talk my employer into getting me the M1 air that’s on sale. Working great, I’m doing office work and some editing and photo editing via canvas and websites. So glad they lowered the cost, I’m an Apple girly. But I am super excited about the M3 air. Plus STARLIGHT, need I say more.

Hi Kyle! As always really nice video. Which widget is the second 12, the one with the activity graph

Its about time i found someone talking about the 16gb configuration of M3 MBA that im hopefully getting this weekend. So what i gather as an aspiring video editor is: 1. Go easy on the heavy VFX (im a rookie/novice at best lol) 2. Its a well rounded and extra portable system with a lot to offer (im very excited to have a quality machine to bring places) Good video friend! Thanks!

excellent video - subscribed

Excellent info, New Subscriber and a comment for your algorithm!

great information

been enjoying your videos for awhile and recently subscribed. have you considered or have you made any coding tutorial videos? would be interested to at least see your coding workflow and any videos to help those just getting into iOS app development (or any development)

Very helpful, thank you. I've been holding off buying an M1/M2 Pro because I always liked the Air better. I don't need 120Hz or Mini Led or all the other gimmicks, that's why I never could get myself to buy a Pro. Since I do a lot of the things you do (Affinity, Adobe, Clip Studio, a little bit of Blender) I'm glad to know that the M3 can handle that type of work. Now I can finally pull the trigger and get an Air. Thank you very much for your review.

Again great video!

Very cool video and It makes me feel better about my choice

Very good review.

What software/app did you use to see the performance of the Mac? Great video!

Where to find the wallpaper ? Thats a crazy one

Great video!! The only thing I wish the air had is 120hz+ refresh rate. Outside of that I have no reason to opt for the pro as the advancements in the air fully support my needs and more (heavy productivity workflows + light photoshop)

Hi. How does the MBA work with your docking stations? I see you have the caldigit and the Ivanky. Thanks.

Can you please compare this 16/512 model m3 air with the base m3 MacBook pro performance wise in the long run

Three of my sons and I have 16" or 14" Pro models (M1 & M2 Pros). We just bought this exact machine for my wife and she loves it. For what she is doing, probably the most demanding being photo editing from time to time, it's almost overkill but should last her for many years to come. While I just saw your video after purchase many of your points are the exact same reasons we went with this one! Excellent points!

Just bought the MacBook Air M3 in starlight and LOVE it! I'm using it for school as well. the transition was smooth from my 2020 MacBook

@umairx25

Ай бұрын

How’re u liking it so far? What specs would you recommend for a computer science undergrad student?

@Illaexur

6 күн бұрын

@@umairx25m1 is all it needs

Have been going back and forth between the 15" air and the 14" pro, my biggest concern is the heat, the 14" having a fan vs the conductive cooling of the air is the 1 thing that I worry about, I do a lit of parametric modeling (free cad) for 3d printing and cad work but I think you have answered the performance questions around that so its just the heat, and perhaps the ruggedness of the air vs the pro.

@josephfisher2324

Ай бұрын

Which MacBook do you use?

What apps do you use for coding and the productivity and rendering ?

Great video. Debating between this and pretty much same spec macbook pro m3. How does this aire hook up to another screen without hdmi port, and can a wireless mouse be connected without having to plug anything in (reciever)? Thanks

Nice info. Returned MacBook Pro and waiting on my MacBook Air M3 to arrive. Thank you

love that wallpaper where did you get it?

I noticed mine gets pretty hot on the bottom without really doing much. Is that normal since it’s passive cooling and is it something to be concerned about regarding the hardware under the hood?

I have the M1 Pro 14 inch. Great machine. But if they ever come out with an Air with USB C on BOTH sides and a mini led option I’d really have to think about it.

I need that wallpaper at 0:02 its too fire

Helpful video. Any reason to upgrade my M1 Air 16gb 1 Tb SSD?

Sorry for the silly question but If i’m using it for say netflix or photo editing for 4 hours straight, would it get really heated up? How long until it does actually start heating up

I'd like to know how the choices handle Logic Pro. Not sure how you do that. Is there a speed test that addresses this? Youth wants to know.

THE Review that I was looking for. Thanks! Just a banal question, for the blender renders, what if I opt for a 16 GB RAM Air and compare its swiftness with M3 Pro one? Will the Air be better. Just trying to work out which one suits me best. I certainly wouldn't want a 100° hot device on my lap.

Kyle thank you! If' im a heavy Chrome user and I want to buy the 24 RAM, most my the files I store are in the cloud, would it have any effect if I buy the 256 SSD? over the 512 SSD? in the current laptop I'm using, i don't use more than 256 GB..

Thanks for another awesome video. I'm watching it on my Macbook M3 Pro - 16". I think that the answer is... it depends... 🙂 Due to my eyesight, a larger screen is bigger. That is why I went for the form factor that I use. But in essence, I should be able to get by with the Macbook Air for everything that I do. Some people need the Pro models, but the Air models are really really great.

What is the name of the app that tracks the CPU temp, utilization etc. 🙏?

I have a base M2 MBA and it is also an amazing machine. I prefer the Air to the Pro series fro the reason theyv are so easy to carry when you are on the go and powerful enought to do all kind of jobs even photo editing. For me the most important is my creativity more than the last technology I am looking for good machines able to help me this si why I really like the Air line-up.

I’m considering upgrading to the M3 MacBook Air from my mid 2019 MacBook Air

What is the max refresh rate if you connect a 4k Display?

I’m after a new machine for console streaming via capture card. And then of course video editing. Would the M3 Air handle this ok? Or better off going with the M3 pro?

Great review. Wondering if I should replace my m1 MBP 14" for the 15" M3 Air. Can't wait for the new wallpaper pack.

@dandogamer

16 күн бұрын

For $100 more you can just get the m3 MBP which has better screen (brightness), speakers, more ports, a fan so it doesnt get throttled and overheat and it's only 90 grams heavier than the 15' m3 MBA

@dawdoo

7 күн бұрын

Yup I looked at them both and was a hard decision . For me the extra real estate on the 15 Air screen was more important.

What wallpaper is show in this video? I don’t see it on your store.

Any chance you can point us in the direction to find the wallpapers used in the video? Your Gumroad ones are not like the ones in the video.

where did you get that colorful splash background?!

How did you get that wallpaper in 4:58…pls help I like it

Does the air m3 8gb ram worth it? for light ios development + web and mainly productivity work (product managment) ?

where are the wallpapers you use in the video? The ones in the link are the not the same

just got mine today 🤩

Hi Kyle - what app are you using to track your CPU usage/RAM/etc? I use iStat Menus, but the one you're using looks much more modern.

@KyleErickson

3 ай бұрын

Right now it's clean my mac X, but I've been working on my own in my free time (what little free time I have 😂)

Is the 8 gb ram enough for graphic design?

I’m debating on getting this in the 512 or 1TB with 16gb ram for software development. Would you say the 512 is more than enough for it?

Great review. Curious to know (ballpark) what cpu temps were like using just design and photo editing software. Thoughts?

@KyleErickson

3 ай бұрын

I'll look into that more when I make the actual Air vs Pro video

@RonMarinkovich

3 ай бұрын

@@KyleErickson Cool! Looking forward to it.

Tbh this also applies for m1 macbook air. I have it and i do exactly what you do on it and no issue (i have the base one)

Is the MBA M3 good enough to handle editing 6-8 minute length 4k YT videos?

Nice review. I do think the 120hz display and speakers are the bottleneck for this laptop. It could feel even faster with the performance it offers.

incredible video dude, well done and thank you!

Hey Kyle I'm very confused that if I should go for this one or galaxy book 4 360 since I have S23 with me but efficiency and long term thing makes me feel like Mac is better but sometimes since I have S23 I feel like samsung will be better . Can you please suggest me which will be better ?? I am MBA student

The ability to use more external displays is a huge plus...I wish my M2 Air could get that feature with a software update as it seems like it is more of a software limitation. I won't be upgrading anytime soon, so that would make me far more satisfied with my M2 macbook.

Is this a 8GB model you tested?

Please do a test with Logic Pro / FL Studio / Ableton

Hi Kyle Great video ! I was wandering do you think the MacBook Air i/o is a limitation and how do you manage storage ? I was thinking of getting a pro book and use the SD slot for additional storage .

@KyleErickson

2 ай бұрын

I run everything through external SSDs and a thunderbolt hub at my desk. I'd personally never use SD for storage as it's super slow, but if you don't care about speed and you're just looking for something small and easy that doesn't drain battery, I guess it'd work.

@jasonfarrell5857

2 ай бұрын

Cheers buddy, would you listing your external ssd setup. I am looking to start creating content and storage is an area where I want to be sure I am good back up solution

do you recomand me to upgrade from m1 pro 2020 8 gb 500g ?!

Where can I find your wallpapers?

What app are you running for for stats (wifi, connected devices etc) that you showed on the screen?

@KyleErickson

2 ай бұрын

Clean My Mac X. There's a link in the description. Been working on my own, but I put os much time into these videos I haven't got very far with it yet. Hoping to poke at it more soon or get some help with it.

A Pro 8gb costs the same as Air 16bg. So which is the best buy.

Pro vs. Non-Pro? In the old days the 13 inch Non-Pro's used to be a poor relation to the 13 Pro, specifically the build quality+magsafe+speakers made the Pro a must have. These days the upgrades the Air has had plus the bulk of the Pro versus these slim, fan-less M3 air's makes you take stock. Apart from the performance tiering (which boils down to what you want to use the laptop for) it seems to be down to whether you want 120hz or not. I switch between 120hz and 60hz all the time and I have concluded that its not a deal breaker for me on a 13 inch model.

I use my macs just as non work computers. But the MBP M3 is better for external Display with a didicated HDMI port. And a few more ports. So that makes a difference. I got the MBA m3 as well as a 2nd computer to be my desk and backyard computer. My MBP M3 is my main daily driver though connected to my home theatre for internet and media such as KZread and Apple Music. MBA M3 is more when I want to be at my desk or backyard.

Should I update from a MBP 13“ M1 to a MB Air 13“ M3 or MBP M3 ? I don’t need 120hz display. But I think a MacBook with a cooler is more future proofed and lives longer. We all know that heat is the slow dead of hardware. (My old MBP 17“ from 2008 died😅) I don’t play Games. I only use AI tools and Video Editing.

The only thing holding me back from getting one of these is my M1 Pro MBP 14. It's paid for 🙂

@possiblyinsane6995

3 ай бұрын

why would you get an m3 to replace your m1 pro, the m1 pro will run circles around the m3.

@bryans8656

3 ай бұрын

@@possiblyinsane6995 I know, that was meant to be tongue-in-cheek. It sounded funnier in my head.

@akin242002

3 ай бұрын

@@possiblyinsane6995 The M3s have the best single core performance in the laptop industry based on Geekbench 6 scores. Otherwise, you are correct about everything else. M1 Pro 14-inch > M3 Air outside of single core performance.

Is an 8gb model okay for coding?

Hello and thank you for that interesting Video. I am also looking for a MacBook at the moment and I am still not sure between a MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. I want to use the MacBook for some Gaming most of the time and also outdoors. My thought is that the MAcbook pro with its fan inside that cools the chip down and the better display on the pro would be better for that purpose than the Air. Whatdo you think?

@shreyashsingh8682

9 күн бұрын

If you want to do gaming then MacBooks are not it. Get a windows one at the same price and are much better at it

Mba 13in m3 16gb ram vs mbp 14in m3 8gb ram What should I get ?

If your videos were a movie, they would win the Oscar for best photography. I just love the colors

Thanks for the review! I'm a photographer and I travel more and more, which is why I'm thinking between the Macbook Air 13" M3 16GB/1Tb and the Macbook pro 14" M3 pr 18Gb/1tb. I usually do post-production on Mac Studio. The Macbook is actually needed for copying and sorting the pictures while I'm waiting at the hotel or at the airport. Maybe 1-2 times I would also take a complete wedding material to the end in LrC, but this is an exceptional case, so I would use the machine about 4-6 times for this and basic average things. What made me think of the Macbook Air was its light weight, portability, and it would be just about right for the purpose, but I am a bit worried about the heating. However, the cooling of the Macbook Pro M3 pro is positive for me, but its weight not really, because of its portability. To what extent do you feel that you would be mentioned too much under these conditions, with these conditions?

@wutangcatclan

3 ай бұрын

Yes!

@burtdanams4426

3 ай бұрын

You'll be completely fine with an AIR. You don't even need an M3 Air for what you are describing. You would be fine with an m1 air

@cannibalronny7314

2 ай бұрын

Since you are an photographer you may or maynot end up using lot of generative AI features which will develop with time,currently you wont need that power but better to future prrof since you are investing money,I would suggest a higher RAM cofiguration on the pro 18 gb may not be sufficient.

Which MacBook Pro? Planning on getting an M2 Touchbar. Refurb

The mic you're using isn't in the Gear List, in your description.

@KyleErickson

3 ай бұрын

Noted!

Can u tell me about the wallpaper name!

For programming, it isn't good for large databases with 1k lines of code. Think mega cap corporation Java. For small junior level development, minor bug fixes, or small business the M1 to M3 Air are fully capable of tackling those tasks.