Apple says the MacBook Air is "the most beloved notebook ever," and it's not wrong. The huge success of the original Air had ripple effects throughout the industry, but it has languished in recent years.
Finally; a Retina display; Touch ID but no Touch Bar; Finally; a Retina display; Touch ID but no Touch Bar
$200 more than the old MacBook Air; Everyone's favorite keyboard is gone; No USB-A ports; $200 more than the old MacBook Air; Everyone's favorite keyboard is gone; No USB-A ports