2016
UAE Price
AED 1,599
India Price
₹38,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2016
The Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2016) 1.1 GHz (MacBook 12 (Early 2016) Series) 1TB / 24GB is Apple's 2016 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 280.5 x 196.5 ( = 0.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 in) display, the Intel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake chipset. At AED 1,599 in the UAE and ₹38,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook 12 (Early 2016) excels in portability and battery life, with its 927g weight and 10-hour runtime from the 41.4Wh battery, sustained by the fanless Intel Core m3-6Y30 and Intel HD Graphics 515. It handles light multitasking with 8GB DDR3L RAM and boots swiftly from its 1TB SSD. Ideal for travelers needing all-day mobility and basic productivity—email, web, document editing—without carrying a heavy charger. Its single USB 3.0 and DisplayPort limit connectivity; no HDMI, no SD card reader, no USB-C. Thermal throttling occurs under sustained load due to passive cooling, making video rendering or heavy browser tabs sluggish. In UAE at AED 1599, it’s good value because you pay for ultra-light design and Apple’s enduring OS support. In India at ₹38900, it’s overpriced—local alternatives like the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 offer faster CPUs, more ports, and similar battery life for less.
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| Battery | 41.4 Wh Lithium-Polymer, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 10 h |
| Camera | Primary Camera: 0.345 MPix 480p FaceTime |
| Connections | 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: headset, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 280.5 x 196.5 ( = 0.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 in) |
| Weight | 927 g ( = 32.7 oz / 2.04 pounds), Power Supply: 171 g ( = 6.03 oz / 0.38 pounds) |
| Display | 12.00 inch 16:10, 2304 x 1440 pixel 226 PPI, APPA027, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel HD Graphics 515 |
| Memory | 8 GB , DDR3L-1866 soldered |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel Skylake-Y Premium PCH |
| Soundcard | Intel Skylake-U/Y PCH - High Definition Audio |
| Additional features | Speakers: stereo, two microphones, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty, fanless |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1449 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake |
| Operating System | Apple OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook 12 (2016).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated performance and lack of software support. While the build quality is solid, modern tasks and apps will run poorly, making it a poor value despite the low price.
The price in UAE is AED 1599. It is available through select second-hand and refurbished electronics retailers across major cities.
The price in India is ₹38900. It can be found through authorized refurbishers and online marketplaces specializing in used Apple devices.
The 720p FaceTime camera delivers adequate video quality for basic calls in good lighting. It lacks advanced features like low-light optimization or HDR, making it suitable only for casual use.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours with typical web browsing and video playback. Actual usage may vary based on screen brightness and background apps.
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