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And unlike last year's underwhelming refresh, the new Air packs some exciting features including a new processor and keyboard, Touch ID, and double the amount of storage.

Its price tag isn't too daunting either, starting at $999, unlike the 2019 MacBook Air, which was a bit more expensive at $1,099.

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But those in college can get the new laptop for $899 with Apple's education pricing.

Running macOS Catalina, the MacBook Air is powered by a 1.1GHz dual-core 10th-generation processor.

You'll have the choice between a few configurations based on the storage models. All which come with an Intel Iris Plus Graphics card and Apple's T2 Security chip.

For the 256GB model, you can get the MacBook Air with an Intel Core i3 processor and Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz for $999. For an extra $100, you can upgrade to the i5 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.5GHz. Or, you can opt for the i7 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz for an extra $250.

Meanwhile, the 512GB version comes with an Intel Core i5 processor for $1,299. If you want the i7 model, it'll cost you an additional $150.

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In comparison, last year's model includes a dual-core 8th-generation Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Speeds up to 3.6GHz.

Apple has doubled the storage on this year's model too, starting at 256GB. If that's not enough, there's a 2TB SSD as well.

As for its build, the Air is made made of aluminum (100 percent recycled) and comes in three different finishes: gold, silver, and space gray.

Goodbye to the butterfly keyboard. Credit: apple

Like last year's MacBook Air, the 2020 version also comes with a 13-inch Retina display with True Tone.

Thankfully, it comes with a different keyboard. Apple has swapped the disastrous butterfly keyboard for its Magic Keyboard instead (as seen on the 16-inch MacBook Pro).

With the scissor mechanism on the Magic Keyboard, you'll have only 1mm of key travel to create a more comfortable and durable feel.

Apple has also thrown in a few additional features like a three-mic array so you can hear those FaceTime calls more clearly, a Force Touch trackpad, and two Thunderbolt 3 ports.

For the first time ever, the MacBook Air also offers support for up to a 6K external display.

You can order the MacBook Air starting today, from Apple's site or the Apple Store app.

The company mentions in its press release that it'll also be available in stores starting next week.

But those of you in the U.S. will just have to order it online, given the fact that its stores are closed until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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