<div id="readability-page-1"><figure>  <img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/MacBook-Air-M4-Laptop-Deal.png/query-Y3JvcD0wLDAsMTAwLDEwMCZxdWFsaXR5PTkwJnN0cmlwPWFsbA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="2040" height="1360" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/MacBook-Air-M4-Laptop-Deal.png/query-Y3JvcD0wLDAsMTAwLDEwMCZxdWFsaXR5PTkwJnN0cmlwPWFsbA"/>  <figcaption>  The laptop is down to an all-time low price. </figcaption> </figure> <p>If you need a laptop for school or work, our top recommendation is Apple’s <strong>13-Inch MacBook Air with the M4 chip</strong>, which is at an all-time low price of $799 ($200 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. The machine is thin and light, yet its M4 chip is powerful enough to handle more intense workloads, including 4K video editing, or keeping dozens of tabs open. It can even play games like <em>Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate </em>and <em>Dead Island 2</em> at respectable frame rates.</p> <div><h3>Apple MacBook Air 13 (2025, M4)</h3> <p>The M4 MacBook Air has a speedy processor, and double the RAM of previous models. It has a thin and light design, all day battery life, and still starts with 256GB of storage.</p> <figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/257607_M4_MacBook_Air_ADiBenedetto_0183.webp/query-dz0zMDA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/257607_M4_MacBook_Air_ADiBenedetto_0183.webp/query-dz0zMDA"/></figure> <h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li> <strike>$999</strike> $799 at <strong>Amazon</strong></li><li> <strike>$999</strike> $799 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></li></ul></div> <p>One of the biggest changes with this generation of MacBook Air is that Apple finally bumped the default amount of RAM from 8GB up to 16GB. Having double the amount of memory compared to earlier models will allow you to run more apps simultaneously without slowdown. The entry-level MacBook Air with M4 still starts with 256GB of storage, which can’t be upgraded, so you may want to pick up a configuration with a larger SSD instead if you work with a lot of large files. </p>  <p>The M4 chip powering the laptop is over 20 percent faster than the M3, according to tests we conducted while reviewing the machine. We don’t expect it to struggle at all during everyday tasks like streaming video, or working on spreadsheets and documents. The processor also yields great battery life, allowing you to get through a day of work or study without reaching for the charger. This is the laptop I use for my work at <em>The Verge</em>, and I’m able to write and go to meetings all day without worrying about the battery dying on me. </p>  <p>The MacBook Air’s 12-megapixel webcam is sufficient for video calls with friends or colleagues, and its speakers sound better than you might be expecting for a laptop this size. And if you need a laptop with a larger screen, the <strong>15-inch MacBook Pro with M4</strong> is on sale starting at $999 ($200 off) at Amazon and Best Buy.</p>  <h2><strong>Three more deals worth your time </strong></h2>  <ul> <li><strong>Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 </strong>is one of the best foldable phones we’ve tested, but its $2,000 starting price is steep. To make it a bit more digestible, Amazon is offering a free $200 gift card when you pick up the 256GB or 512GB configuration. The Z Fold 7 has a slim design, 8-inch screen when opened, and all-day battery life with moderate use. Its triple-lens camera array impressed us, especially the bokeh effect when taking photos in portrait mode. If you prefer flip phones, Amazon is offering a $100 gift card when you get <strong>Samsung’s $1,059.99 Galaxy Z Flip 7</strong> with 128GB of storage , or a $200 gift card when you get the $1,219.99 model with 256GB of storage.</li>    <li>If you want to keep your phone charged while roadtripping this summer, <strong>Baseus’ 163 Watt Retractable Car Charger </strong>is currently $29.99 ($20 off) at Amazon. The charger has a pair of 31.5-inch retractable USB-C cables, a USB-C port, and a USB-A port. One of the USB-C cables can deliver 67 watts of power, while the others can output around 33 watts each. The charger can be rotated 180 degrees vertically or 270 degrees horizontally, so you can freely adjust its position based on which ports you’re using and the location of your devices.</li>    <li>The <strong>Google Pixel Watch 3 </strong>is currently $269.99 ($80 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. It’s one of our top recommendations for Android users due to its improved fitness tracking features, screen size, display brightness, and a new feature that’ll call emergency services if it stops detecting a pulse (in the US and Europe only). The smartwatch also benefits from direct integration with Google’s services, so you can check footage from your Nest security camera on your wrist, or use it as a remote for your Google TV. It’s a great watch at a good price, but it’s worth keeping in mind that the Pixel Watch 4 may be announced soon.</li> </ul></div>

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<p>The Apple MacBook Air with M4 chip is now available at an all-time low price of $799, down from $999, at Amazon and Best Buy. This model features a powerful M4 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, making it suitable for demanding tasks like 4K video editing. The laptop boasts excellent battery life and a 12-megapixel webcam, ideal for video calls. Additionally, other tech deals include discounts on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel Watch 3.</p>

- The Apple 13-Inch MacBook Air with the M4 chip is currently priced at an all-time low of $799, making it a top recommendation for school or work.  
- It features a powerful M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, providing excellent performance for tasks like video editing and gaming.  
- Additional deals include discounts on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, as well as the Google Pixel Watch 3, which is priced at $269.99.

The latest MacBook Air with M4 is down to its lowest price ever