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28 May 2014

This update of EveryMac.com features complete updates to the MacBook Air Q&A and iPad Q&A to cover the latest models and more. EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.

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The MacBook Air Q&A answers "How fast are the 'Early 2014' MacBook Air models compared to one another and earlier models? How fast are they compared to the MacBook Pro?" and "What is the best USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 hub to use with the MacBook Air while traveling?" as well as dozens of other questions.

The iPad Q&A answers "What are all the differences between the re-released iPad 4th Gen models? Should I still buy an iPad 4th Gen or should I buy a newer model?" and "What options are available to open and edit Microsoft Office files on the iPad?" and everything in between.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with many more identifiers for the new MacBook Air models as well as other recent Macs and devices from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who contributed info from recent purchases. It's always appreciated.

New Q&As

A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:

How fast are the "Early 2014" MacBook Air models compared to one another and to earlier MacBook Air models? How fast are these models compared to the 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro?
What is the battery life of the "Early 2014" MacBook Air models in "real-world" usage tests? Is it really as long as Apple claims?
How do you replace or upgrade the storage in the "Early 2014" MacBook Air models? Is it even possible?
What are the major differences between the 13-Inch MacBook Air, 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro and the "regular" 13-Inch MacBook Pro? Which is best for me?
What is the best USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 hub to use with the MacBook Air while traveling?
What are all the differences between the iPad Air and the iPad mini Retina (2nd Gen)? Which is best for me?
What are all the differences between the iPad mini Retina (2nd Gen) and the original/1st Gen iPad mini? Which is best for me?
Can the iPad be used to type documents? What options are available to open and save Microsoft Office files? Can it open and save PDF files?

For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.

Today in Mac History

Select dates in Mac History since the last major site update include:

May 6, 1998: The original iMac using a then unique translucent case.
May 8, 1997: The groundbreaking 4.4 pound PowerBook 2400c subnotebook.
May 10, 1999: Exactly 15 years ago, the "Lombard" PowerBook G3.
May 16, 1994: Exactly 20 years ago, the PowerBook 520 and PowerBook 540, the first 'Books with trackpads.

For earlier Mac History mentions, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac History section.

Additions & Changes:

Comprehensively updated the MacBook Air Q&A.

Comprehensively updated the iPad Q&A.

Updated site features:

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