Apple has officially marked the last 11-inch MacBook Air as obsolete — nearly nine years after it was last sold. For many, this little laptop wasn’t just a machine, it was the entry point into the Mac world.
The Tiny Mac That Could
First introduced in 2010, the 11-inch MacBook Air was Apple’s smallest MacBook ever. It was light, affordable (by Apple standards), and perfect for people who wanted portability above all else. Students, frequent travelers, and even long-time Mac fans loved it for how easy it was to slip into a bag.
It stuck around until 2015 before Apple discontinued it the following year, effectively replacing it with the more modern — but pricier — 12-inch MacBook.
A Nostalgic Farewell
What makes this moment even more symbolic is that the 11-inch Air was the last wedge-shaped MacBook in Apple’s lineup. That iconic tapered design defined the Air for years, and seeing it officially exit the support cycle feels like closing a chapter in Apple’s design history.
Sure, its giant bezels look dated by today’s standards, but for a lot of people, the 11-inch MacBook Air was their first taste of macOS. It hit a sweet spot of price and portability that Apple hasn’t quite replicated since.
Looking Ahead
Today, the MacBook Air is thriving again. It’s thinner, lighter, and powered by Apple Silicon, but it’s interesting how much affection remains for the tiny 11-inch model. It may be gone, but it’s definitely not forgotten.
Sometimes, the smallest Macs leave the biggest mark.
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