Latest MacBook Air M4 recommended for replacement

A reader named Eugene McMahon wants to replace his 2015 MacBook laptop, which has a dying battery. The tech editor recommends the latest MacBook Air model, the M4. It is powerful and costs €1,250 for the base version with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. If this price seems high, there are discounts on last year's model. For example, Currys offers the base model with 8GB of RAM for €1,150, and Amazon.ie lists it for €1,050. However, shoppers should be careful. Some retailers may sell last year's model at the same price as the new M4, which is not a good deal. For most users, the MacBook Air is a better choice than the more expensive MacBook Pro. The Pro starts at €1,949. While it has some advantages like a better screen and speakers, the extra cost is only worth it for heavy computing tasks. Regarding insurance, Apple offers a good warranty that covers repairs for two years. This includes issues like faulty parts. If you are worried about accidental damage, like drops or spills, consider getting AppleCare. It’s a better insurance option than those offered by retailers.