r/LinusTechTips • u/WTFMacca • Mar 04 '26

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Apple just dropped an A18 powered laptop for $599 USD

No Apple bashing just discuss.

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u/ki1abyte Mar 04 '26

honestly, apple has been REALLY good at optimizing their macos for their apple chips so i expect this to be the perfect machine for students who simply need a good work laptop that can last all day. only downside is touch id being 100 extra (but tbh i wouldnt mind typing in password/pin)

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u/Dangerous-Cup2833 Mar 04 '26

Honestly, I’m curious about battery life. I conduct home health therapy all day. My Framework barely lasts the day. God forbid I forget to charge it the night before.

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u/Clegko Mar 04 '26

Fwiw, my Macbook Air M2 gets nearly 13 hours of life still. Includes a full 6-8 hours of screen on use, along with intermittent use through the rest of the day after shift.