In-Depth Details

Overview

The MacBook Air (MAC A2681) with Apple’s M2 chip brings next-generation power and portability to Kenya’s tech scene. Available at Passcode East Africa Techverse Limited, this laptop redefines thin and light computing with professional-grade performance, energy efficiency, and Apple’s signature build quality. Perfect for creatives, professionals, and students alike, it’s designed to handle demanding workloads while maintaining ultra-silent operation thanks to its fanless design.

Performance and Processor

At its heart lies the Apple M2 chip, engineered using a 5-nanometer process with an 8-core CPU (4 performance + 4 efficiency cores), a 10-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine capable of 15.8 trillion operations per second.
This powerful chip delivers up to 18% faster CPU performance and 35% faster GPU rendering than the M1. The 100GB/s memory bandwidth ensures seamless multitasking whether editing 4K videos, coding, or running professional apps.

Display and Visual Brilliance

The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina Display supports 1 billion colors, P3 wide color gamut, and True Tone technology, offering vivid, natural visuals. Its 500 nits brightness ensures clarity even in bright Kenyan lighting environments. With a native resolution of 2560×1664, text and images appear crisp and lifelike — ideal for creative professionals and media lovers.

Camera and Audio

The 1080p FaceTime HD camera, coupled with an advanced image signal processor, produces sharp video calls with excellent color accuracy.
A three-microphone array with beamforming technology captures clean audio, while the four-speaker system with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support delivers immersive sound whether watching films, joining meetings, or editing content.

Battery and Charging

Equipped with a 52.6-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery, the MacBook Air M2 offers up to 18 hours of Apple TV playback or 15 hours of wireless web use.
It supports fast charging with a 70W USB-C adapter and includes a 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter with a MagSafe 3 cable (2m) in the box, ensuring reliable, efficient charging.

Connectivity and Expansion

This model features two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, supporting DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s), and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s).
Also included are a 3.5mm headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones and a MagSafe 3 charging port. It supports one external 6K display at 60Hz, making it ideal for multitasking setups.

Keyboard, Trackpad, and Security

The Backlit Magic Keyboard features Touch ID for instant login and secure purchases. Its Force Touch trackpad offers pressure sensitivity, precise control, and gesture-based navigation, perfect for professionals in design or productivity work.

Operating System and Apps

Running macOS Monterey 12, upgradeable to the latest macOS Sequoia, the MacBook Air M2 integrates advanced features such as Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring, and improved multitasking. Preloaded apps like GarageBand, iMovie, Keynote, and Safari make it ready for both creativity and productivity out of the box.

Design and Portability

Weighing just 1.24 kg and measuring 0.44 inches thin, this Space Grey aluminum notebook epitomizes Apple’s minimalist design philosophy. It’s built to handle Kenya’s demanding professional and academic environments with exceptional durability and long-lasting performance.

Accessibility

Apple includes accessibility features such as VoiceOver, Zoom, Siri, Switch Control, and Live Captions, making the MacBook Air M2 inclusive for all users.

In the Box

• 13.6-inch MacBook Air (MAC A2681)

• 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter

• USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)

• Documentation and user guide

Comparison: MacBook Air M2 (A2681) vs MacBook Air M1

The MacBook Air M2 (A2681) surpasses its M1 predecessor with a brighter Liquid Retina display, 1080p camera (vs. 720p), and up to 35% faster GPU performance. It also introduces MagSafe charging, a redesigned chassis, and enhanced speaker quality — making it a more future-ready option for Kenyan professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long does the MacBook Air M2 battery last?

Up to 18 hours of movie playback or 15 hours of web browsing, depending on usage and settings.

2. Can I connect external monitors?

Yes, it supports one external display up to 6K resolution at 60Hz via Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports.

3. Is the MacBook Air M2 good for video editing?

Absolutely. The 10-core GPU and hardware-accelerated ProRes engine make it ideal for 4K video editing and creative workflows.

4. What’s included in the box?

A MacBook Air M2 (A2681), 35W Dual USB-C Charger, and MagSafe 3 Cable (2m).

5. Is the MacBook Air (A2681) available in Kenya?

Yes, it’s available in Kenya at Passcode East Africa Techverse Limited with a 1-year warranty.

Chip

Apple M2 chip

• 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores

• 10-core GPU

• 16-core Neural Engine

• 100GB/s memory bandwidth

Media engine

• Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW

• Video decode engine

• Video encode engine

• ProRes encode and decode engine

Display

Liquid Retina display

• 13.6-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology;

• 2560-by-1664 native resolution at 224 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors

• 500 nits brightness

Color

• Support for 1 billion colors

• Wide color (P3)

• True Tone technology

Battery and Power

• Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback

• Up to 15 hours wireless web

• 52.6-watt‑hour lithium‑polymer battery

• 30W USB-C Power Adapter (included with M2 with 8-core GPU)

• 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter (included with M2 with 10-core GPU and 512GB storage, configurable with M2 with 8-core GPU)

• USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

• Fast-charge capable with 70W USB-C Power Adapter

Charging and Expansion

• MagSafe 3 charging port

• 3.5 mm headphone jack

• Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports with support for:

• Charging

• DisplayPort

• Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s)

• USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)

• USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s)

Memory

• 8GB unified memory

Storage

• 512GB SSD

Keyboard and Trackpad

Backlit Magic Keyboard with:

• 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys including 12 full-height function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement

• Touch ID

• Ambient light sensor

• Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures

Wireless

Wi-Fi

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

Bluetooth

• Bluetooth 5.3

Camera

• 1080p FaceTime HD camera

• Advanced image signal processor with computational video

Audio

• Four-speaker sound system

• Wide stereo sound

• Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos on built-in speakers

• Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking when using AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max

• Three-mic array with directional beamforming

• 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones

Display Support

Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at 1 billion colors and:

• One external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz

Thunderbolt 3 digital video output

• Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C

• VGA, HDMI, DVI, and Thunderbolt 2 output supported using adapters (sold separately)

Video Playback

• Supported formats include HEVC, H.264, and ProRes

• HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG

Audio Playback

Supported formats include AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos

Operating Requirements

• Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC

• Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz

• Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)

• Storage temperature: –13° to 113° F (–25° to 45° C)

• Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing

• Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet

• Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet

• Maximum shipping altitude: 35,000 feet

Size and Weight

• Height: 0.44 inch (1.13 cm)

• Width: 11.97 inches (30.41 cm)

• Depth: 8.46 inches (21.5 cm)

• Weight: 2.7 pounds (1.24 kg)⁴

Operating System

macOS

macOS is the most advanced desktop operating system in the world. macOS Sequoia helps you be productive and creative in new ways — with Apple Intelligence,¹⁴ iPhone Mirroring, window tiling, major updates to Safari, and more.

Accessibility

Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new MacBook Air. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.

Features include:

• Voice Control

• VoiceOver

• Zoom

• Increase Contrast

• Reduce Motion

• Siri and Dictation

• Switch Control

• Live Captions

Built-in Apps

• App Store

• Books

• Calendar

• Contacts

• FaceTime

• Find My

• Freeform

• GarageBand

• Home

• iMovie

• Keynote

• Mail

• Maps

• Messages

• Music

• News

• Notes

• Numbers

• Pages

• Photo Booth

• Photos

• Podcasts

• Preview

• QuickTime Player

• Reminders

• Safari

• Shortcuts

• Siri

• Stocks

• Time Machine

• TV

• Voice Memos

In the Box

• 13-inch MacBook Air

• 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter

• USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2 m)