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In January, after the release of the MacBook Air, I had issues with the product and was telling people to wait until it was revised a bit before buying. I didn't think it would take over 9 months to update but I think the next release will hit the sweet spot. So let's go back to my January post and see if Apple can improve on any of the ten things I found to be lacking in revision 1.
1.The processor. This will be a big difference. Instead of a 65nm processor, the new Air will get a 45nm processor that will be significantly faster per clock cycle and at the same time, squeeze more life out of the battery like Apple A1175 Battery , Apple A1185 Battery , Apple M9324 Battery , Apple M8403 Battery , Apple M7318 Battery , apple PowerBook G3 Battery , Apple PowerBook G4 Battery . Intel's SL9400 (1.8GHz) and the SL9300 (1.6GHz) use a 1066MHz FSB and carry 6MB of L2 cache at 17 Watts. These are the most likely candidates but perhaps Apple will get another custom job from Intel.
2.Wireless. Honestly, if Apple doesn't integrate 3G wireless (at least as an option) into this version, I am going to run amok. Three years ago Dell and HP were offering this on their laptops. Is there a laptop on earth better suited to having 3G integrated? Steve Jobs said that it was too difficult (1) to put the 3G components into a computer? I've heard some companies even managed to get these internals into a phone so I am not buying this or his rationale that it would limit carrier choice!
3.Rev 1 parts are glitchy. Actually they were pretty reliable - especially compared to the MacBook Pros. Rev 2's are traditionally better. False alarm.
4.80GB Hard Drive is still slower than I would like. It will probably be upgraded to 120Gb just like the iPod Classic that shares the same drive. If Apple could add 3 millimeters of space, the Toshiba 240Gb 1.8 inch drive becomes an option. * wipes drool*