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15-Inch MacBook Air M2 Preorder: Where to Buy Apple’s Latest Laptop

Apple took the wraps off a new MacBook Air model at WWDC 2023, and you can preorder one starting today.

During its WWDC 2023 keynote on Monday, Apple unveiled a new addition to the MacBook Air lineup: a 15-inch model. It’s the first MacBook Air in that size since the lightweight laptop line was created, adding a larger laptop option for those not needing all the bells and whistles of the MacBook Pro models.

As well as a larger, 15.3-inch display, the new MacBook Air features Apple’s M2 chip, Touch ID sensor, two USB-C/Thunderbolt ports, MagSafe charger and 18-hour battery life. The screen supports up to 500 nits of brightness and up to a billion colors. There’s a built-in 1080p camera for FaceTime calls, too, as well as a three-mic array and six speakers for spatial audio support.

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The device weighs just over three pounds and is only 11.5mm thin, making it easy to tote around despite its larger screen. RAM can be configured up to 24GB and storage goes up to 2TB.

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The 15-inch MacBook Air is available to preorder from today and devices will begin shipping June 13.

How much does the 15-inch MacBook Air cost?

US pricing for the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1,299. That puts it just at a $200 premium over the starting price of the 13.6-inch model, which has dropped to $1,099.

What colors does the 15-inch MacBook Air come in?

Like its smaller counterpart, the 15-inch MacBook Air comes in four colors: silver, Space gray, Starlight and Midnight.

Best 15-inch MacBook Air preorder deals

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Preorder starting today

You can, of course, go straight to the source for your 15-inch MacBook Air preorder. The machines are available to preorder right now and start at $1,299. Devices will begin shipping June 13.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Might Come in 5G and 4G Cellular Models

If the rumor proves true, the 5G Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3 that debuted last fall.

Samsung’s next high-end Galaxy Watch could support faster 5G speeds, but if this leak is true, it will depend on where you live. The rumored Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 might come in 5G and 4G cellular models, with availability for each smartwatch depending on the country.

According to the Dutch website Galaxy Club (and spotted by SamMobile), Samsung’s servers may have revealed a series of model numbers that point to 5G, 4G and Wi-Fi-enabled editions of the next Galaxy Watch Ultra, which would succeed the original model that debuted in 2024.

A representative for Samsung did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Galaxy Club website speculates that the 5G edition would be sold in the US and Korean markets, while the 4G edition would sell in the rest of the world. In the US, a 5G version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3, which debuted last fall. The 4G edition would have broader compatibility worldwide, since the earlier network is far more established.

It will likely be a few months until we hear anything official about the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Samsung typically unveils its new watches in the summer alongside its Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip foldable phones. Last year, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch 8 and the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, but otherwise left the prior 2024 Ultra in the lineup for those looking for a larger 47mm smartwatch.

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Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 8, #1032

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 8, No. 1032.

Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.

Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is kind of tough. The purple category is a fun one, once you see the connection. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.

The Times has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. Players who are registered with the Times Games section can now nerd out by following their progress, including the number of puzzles completed, win rate, number of times they nabbed a perfect score and their win streak.

Read more: Hints, Tips and Strategies to Help You Win at NYT Connections Every Time

Hints for today’s Connections groups

Here are four hints for the groupings in today’s Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.

Yellow group hint: In the group.

Green group hint: Appearance details.

Blue group hint: Often found in gyms.

Purple group hint: They help you see.