MacBook Air (2020) Review - 1 Month Later
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Ian Cutress of AnandTech joins me to talk MacBook Air thermals! The new MacBook Air, an update the the 2018 redesign, got pretty good reviews when it came out a month ago. People liked the new keyboard, the new chipsets, and the lower price. But, there were a few criticisms as well. Basically, the still low-res webcam, some concerns about thermal throttling on the faster CPUs, and the battery life.
Since then, I’ve had time to pound on the Magic keys, compare the web cam to pretty much everything else I have, really dig into the thermals, and there’s even been a macOS Catalina supplemental update.
So, what if any difference does a month make?
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Didn’t know how much I needed all those keyboard sound demos in my life 🤤
Ha!
Perfect for ASMR
You are looking for keyboard ASMR my friend
The keyboard is the real deal, yo. It’s so GOOD!!!
It had me both laughing and oddly relaxed 😅
I'm absolutely LOVING this extra emphasis on the real explanation of how Apple/Intel works. Ian rocked here. This channel is fast becoming my go to tech channel. Keep it up Rene!
Love how you pointed out the positive and negative reviews from other reviewers for context. Keep up the great work in the new channel!
Thanks! Everything is a mix of both and to different people!
Alex Wang I like how he covered the points with the third party video clips - and not just saying the points himself
@@christopherstreet2214 Agreed
The Macbook Air 2020 with i5 - 16GB - 256GB configuration is AMAZING.
As a developer it's like having a mac book pro without touch bar (i NEED f-keys).
About thermals? They are better than what it's being told. Most reviews were hammering the device with software that's not intended to work on an air
Yes you can do some video editing but as you should know, for that type of workload having discrete is better. So if you cut that out, THIS IS THE BEST MAC FOR EVERYBODY
joker102 what kind of programming are you doing? And can it handle it? Also I think 1080p editing would be fine?
Jitin Misra Python plus web development. So with web dev I have a lot of tab open with debugging tools and use a lot of memory and at the same time some node sever going, and at times compiling too a lot
@@ripp102 I occasionaly make videos, and even if frequently made, I can make them 1080p, I think this laptop would be fine for 1080 videos no?
@@JitinMisra yes it will
@@ripp102 i don't feel comfortable getting the 13 inch pro, bc of issues with the keyboard, and 16 inch is wayy to much money
3:29 Rene you just took "Here's how ALL of Apple's keyboards sound" Wayyyyyy to seriously😂
I loved that segment :)
Virtual made me laugh
@@tipoomaster Yes!
People care about keyboards!
@@ReneRitchieYou bet!
I really like your reviews Rene, I feel like I don’t just learn about the product I learn about computing in general. I feel like instead of making points you ask and attempt to answer technical and existential questions.
Thank you! I'm trying to do something different and just hope it works and helps people.
Rene Ritchie these guys are crazy. You’re providing context you’re not getting from other TH-cam reviews.
THANK YOU! I've had the i5 512GB MBA 2020 for a week now and it's been great for what I need it for. It hasn't overheated or had excessive fan use (i've only heard the fan go off once), and I average around 8-9h of battery for what I use it for. Do I expect to edit a ton of 4K video etc on this thing? No, cuz I would've bought the Pro for that. This serves my needs just fine, and the performance is snappy, the keyboard is solid, the screen is crisp and clear, and the sound is amazing. Everything you said in this video echoes my experience with the MBA 2020 i5 model.
do you know if the i5 can run photoshop, indesign and adobe illustrator? (obv not at the same time). im on the fence between the 2020 air and the pro.
dirt232323 I multitask a lot, like you said. Multiple tabs, word, excel, teams, google music running in the background, and this thing is still very snappy and doesn’t overheat or have excessive fan noise. The only time I hear fan noise is if I’m pushing the system, like editing RAW files or video on occasion. It still can do that, but it does take time. This is more for everyday work tasks that I mentioned above, not for media creation or heavy rendering. If your workflow involves those things, get the Pro (or even the iPad Pro).
Sanne Botmar I’m sure it can, but I haven’t tried those myself. But sounds like you’d be better suited for the Pro if you’re constantly using those three apps.
@@JayCatterson thank you!
Sanne Botmar I’d like to know the same. I don’t do any video. If it will run Lightroom without constantly running the fan, I’m in. i7, 16GB and 512 SSD.
You got a massive thumbs up for having Ian on the line. I love Anandtech, and I absolutely love Ian Cutress. He’s one of my favourite folk for tech analysis and review. His writing is incredible, he’s such a sweet man, he’s brilliantly clever and always very thorough.
And you’re brilliant too, Rene
Thanks! Ian is terrific and I'm extremely grateful he agreed to come on!
I was so used to hearing 'I'm Rene Ritchie; And this is Vector'
All the best on the new channel.
Thanks so much!
Rene Ritchie do you think i5 version with 16 gigs ram could handle 1080p video editing? Also how long do you think this power could last me for this type of usage and basic surfing?
i have an MacBook Air 2019, should I update to macOS Catalina? worth it? there's any better performance?
I'd like to know if i can use it as a desktop aswel (connecting a 4k monitor on it)? doubt between a MBA 2020 and a Mac mini 2018. And is the screen bright enough for outdoor use? Not to glossy:)?
What about Parallels and Windows running on new MacBook Air 2020? I' wondering if laptop is hot with this or not.
Just got mine and thank you for this review I was tired hearing ppl who just keep running branch marks and crying about thermals
wow, I really appreciated the keyboard comparison and especially Dr. Cutress' twocents. I really did hate the super vague descriptions reviewers were giving on the heat of the macbook.
will the air i7 16 gb ram be able to handle 20 chrome tabs all running at once?
Love all the podcasts you’re on. Heard about this channel on one of them (forget which one) and I’m here for it all. Love the content so far.
I have the base i3, I've had it about 5 days, mostly been using it for streaming Hulu. The fan goes on about every 2 hours, and it does get fairly hot. A part of me wants to return it, but I'm not entirely sure why. Also If i did return it I have not thought about what laptop i would buy. Everything is sold out and are there even any great budget laptops under $400.
would yall recommend me return the macbook and buy a cheaper laptop. or keep the laptop. I also have the option of returning and just using my iPad 6th gen for my school work and zoom meetings
thanks guys
Thank you for this review Rene! Awesome review.
i'm just wondering will i be able to front-end dev on this laptop, I intend to buy the quad core with 8gb ram
Dujmo same. I should get mine with the quad core 8gb in a couple of weeks
Great Video! I have been looking into the new air for web browsing,typing notes,school papers,etc. Right now i use a 10.5 iPad Pro with a Smart Keyboard, which is ok but I would like a better typing experience.What do you think? Should I save the money to get the new air or just keep with what I have now ? Thanks!
Hello. My name is Joe Martinez. I just want to say, this was by far the most in-depth review on the 2020 MacBook Air. I have a mid 2010 13” MacBook Pro and it’s been a good laptop. But I realized I don’t need all the “pro” benefits because I am one of those casual users who only watches iTunes purchased movies, listen to music, do basic photo editing on Apple’s Photos app, email, web browsing, TH-cam videos. Also I feel I didn’t need to spend the extra $$$ for another Pro laptop if I’m not going to use those Pro features. Your video helped make that decision and understand the processors pros & cons. So I ordered my Air with the i5 option with 16 gig memory and 1T SSD for my large music & video library. Thanks you for this video review 🤓
Finally, a thorough comparison of Apple's different keyboard sounds! I literally couldn't find that anywhere else. Thanks!
A lot of people have been saying that they have lots of issues with heat throttling in the MacBook Air, is this true? I’m a university student who uses Microsoft office and Spotify, I don’t game or edit videos. However some reviewers still reach 100c with these everyday tasks. I’m worried about the longevity of this laptop because I wanted to last at least four years and I want to know if this MacBook air is future proofed. Having the temperatures at above 90 all the time must not be good for the laptop?
Good comments....love your impressions and descriptions. Definitely the place I go to see what I need. Thanks, Ritchie!
Would you recommend the Air upgrade to i5 and 16gb ram over the 2020 MBP base 8th gen with upgrade to 16gb ram?
In future i would like to upgrade the hardware, Can we increase our hardware in this macbook air (SSD, RAM etc..) ?
I'm expecting Apple to add Face ID to the Mac line when it is using its own Apple ARM chips.
Damn, the compilation of other youtubers’ reviews 👌
Very creative
Hey Rene! You do a great job! I look forward to all your reviews! Best of luck going forward!
Thanks so much!
how would you stack up against similar windows laptops? and which one would you recommend them to the average casual user who does the odd gaming?
Good analysis, Rene. The quality and thorough nature of your videos is always top notch.
Thanks so much!
Those keyboard demos gave me chills!! Lol. Gotta love asmr
I am thinking of getting my first Macbook with the Air i3. Couple of questions, will I be able to effectively use microsoft Word, Excel etc consistently and have lots of tabs open on chrome/safari (if its better), watch the odd TH-cam video etc. Would I be better off with Microsoft Surface Laptop which is around £100 more for same ssd. How long will the laptop roughly last, hoping for at least 4 years. I don't game, maybe the odd card games or online games, I don't edit. The biggest thing is will having lots of tabs open slow down the laptop or make it heat up more often. Thanks in advance
Just got into vector videos because of your tech reviews and it’s just now that I came across your last vector video there.
At least you got a new channel of your own cause you’re one heck of a tech reviewer tbh.
New subscriber here! Looking forward to your reviews for the upcoming phones this year! Cheers!
I purchased the i5, 512GB MBA 2020 2 weeks ago and it's been awesome! No regrets!
Do you recommend it to an engineering student. And do you think it will Last long? I have never used a Mac before and I cant decide
crazy that when the 2020 Macbook Air came out I was talking about it face to face with my team mates...
I’m looking at using a MacBook Air 2020 (i5) as a full time business machine (Safari, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc) with a LG 5K UltraFine monitor. Does anyone experience with this type of configuration? Would connection to a 5k monitor as a primary machine mean that the MacBook Air fans would ramp up to power the external monitor and create a noisy work environment?
Is this the 256Gb storage option? Do you recommend getting the 512 for a student and amateur blogger?
should i get an i7 processor and 16gb memory if i want to play the sims? or would i5 processor be fine??
Hahaha I love how you throw in the iPad virtual keyboard. And yes, best 30 seconds of any review anywhere was the sound demo. I need some more clickity clacking in my life
This was really well done. Thank you!
I've currently got an early 2015 MacBook pro 13" baseline 2.7 GHz, and I'm thinking of upgrading to the MacBook air quad-core i5 or baseline MacBook pro. I mainly do the average student things on my laptop, but I also do photo editing using photoshop and lightroom every so often. which option do you think is a better choice?
Please renee,
will a mac mini 2020 run smoothly with logic pro?
I’ve ordered the MBA 2020 i5 16gb ram and bit worried after all the reviews. However I only want to edit a few pictures throughout the year and only edit 4K video once a year for one long vacation video. So does sound I’ve made the right decision... right??
I am just curious to weigh in here re MacBook Air i5 and i7 chips heat sink issues . Could some readers address whether a cooling pad could effectively significantly reduce thermal throttling and stabilize heat issues resulting in more consistent performance in specifically this units ?
If so ...could this could be the answer ?!
WOW YOU ACTUALLY DID JOURNALISM. I watch way too many TH-cam tech reviewers for my own good and am genuinely impressed right now. Subbed
Love your content Rene. Best of luck with the new channel.
Thanks so much!
I'm looking for a new laptop and I would be using a lot of video conferencing apps like zoom, is the macbook air 2020 suitable for my everyday use?w
no
I just packed mine up to send back to Apple. Ordered the i7 / 16GB which could be the issue- but I run a lot of work in Chrome AND do a lot of online meetings (mostly Zoom) with up to 75 people online. The fan ran so loud and so long that it reminded me of the early XPS/ Surface units. Even with the Air placed well away from microphones, I had glitchy performance and enough noise that people were asking if I was running water. While I do NOT do traditionally heavy "pro" work- I am holding out and hoping for the new pro's. I see people advising processor suppression- which seems to defeat the purpose. Hoping for better news in May.
Barry Goldberg I hope the 16GB works out for you. I have the i5 8GB RAM version, I’d have bought the 16GB RAM if I could shell out the cash. What’s worked for me on Zoom (and for you if you need it) is the program “Turbo Switcher” which lets you turn off turbo boost. Keeps it running quietly and cool
Well, there’s part of your problem - Chrome and Zoom are horribly optimized apps, especially on macOS. Using other browsers such as Safari or Firefox nets the same experience while consuming less resources.
@@spencercarruth9706 I switched to using Safari primarily on this new Air, and I'm actually enjoying it way more than Chrome. It just works better, and looks great on this screen (especially the way it optimizes web content to fully utilize the screen aspect ratio). And yeah, I notice huge Zoom meetings definitely make the fans turn on (which doesn't bug me because the fan is doing its job...); I try to use Teams whenever I can instead.
Ahh I appreciate you showing us the difference between the new magic keyboard and the pre-butterfly pro keyboard. This is the only frame of reference I have and it’s great attention to detail, if just for me...
Some of the best commentary on Apple products around! It's not just a review, but some insights into what works and why. Great stuff.
Hi Rene, can you tell me if the new Air i3 (most basic model) will cope with basic video imports and editing from an android phone (1080p)? Presumably using imovie.... I want to be able to do some youtube vlogs but my poor old 2010 macbook pro is finding life very hard these days!! Thanks so much :)
Hi Rene. I will buy a MacBook but actually it’s really hard for me to decide which one should I get, the pro or the air. I will just use it for surfing, make some office works and also online work. What do u recommend.?
Feels weird not hearing "and this is vector". But loving the new channel
Man love your background...video is so vivid and colourful :)
Woow! Best review I have ever seen! You seem to put a lot of effort and time in the new videos. Highly appreciated! I have not seen one Macbook Air review with this much detail explanations.
Wow, thank you! I'm really trying to make the review videos as helpful as possible.
Tricky with the variables (time of day/demand on the network) but I struggled with a MBA 2017 Zoom with 50 odd folk on Friday afternoon (I was screen sharing) but my wife’s 2012 MBP was absolutely fine with a similar number (and we were screen sharing), this morning.
When we upgrade, is Zoom-ing + screen sharing + presenting likely to be worth the MBP purchase or would a MBA with an i5 8 GB RAM be fine? Thanks, everyone.
I'm not familiar enough with what Zoom might be doing to require heavy load resources. I'll look into it!
Rene Ritchie much appreciated, Rene 😊
Thanks great review. So comforting to know that your MacBook didn’t burst into 🔥
hi, i have a question! i want to buy a macbook, but i just don’t know which one to go for. i want a macbook air (2018-2020) or a 13” macbook pro (2017-2019). i will be using it for basic stuff, like netflix, school etc; i also really want to play the sims 4 (though i did read quite some reviews where they weren’t to positive about ts4 on macbooks). i don’t edit that much videos and photos yet, but i would like to have lightroom and maybe i will do more in the future, i just don’t know yet. i will probably be going to university in 2-3 years so i would also like to still be able to use it there (but not extremely necessary), i would probably go for a more biology or technological study. i really hope you can help me! o also my budget is around 1500 bucks i think (1500 euros)
First of your videos I've seen - excellent. Was already eagerly waiting for the new 13" (or 14?!) Pro, and you summarized everything wonderfully. Subscribed 🙌
Rene, you are REALLY good at what you do. Keep it up, man.
Like all reviewers you’ve mentioned
video editing with Final Cut but what about with iMovie? Would your comments also apply the same to that : You can edit fine but it just takes longer than on a MBP?
Damn, this is how reviews should be done. Amazing job, keep it up! 👍
what that camera test has shown is how good the iPhone camera is, even when compared to the BRIO, which is crazy
Will the mba run too hot if i hook it up to an external monitor while using basic tasks ?
I appreciate your review, but I have one question. I passed on the 2018 MBA because the screen seemed so washed out to me. Since you've put in some time using the 2020, how do you feel about the screen? Do you have any difficulty with the clarity or brightness? While the MBA has everything I need, if I can't clearly view the screen I may have to go with an entry level Pro. What are your thoughts?
It's the exact same screen as the 2018. Still lower brightness, still sRGB rather than DCI-P3 like just about every other Apple screen. I have no trouble seeing or using it, but I can tell it's not as bright and the gamut isn't as wide.
Is the jump from 8gb to 16 gb ram worth it on the AIR?
As my exams will be online this year, I need to get a new Mac. Since 2015 i'm using the MacBook Air 11 inch with only 4GB/ 128GB. Can anyone help me out? I'm deciding between the Mac Book Air 13" 16GB/512GB and the Mac Book Pro 16GB/256GB - with this configuration they have the exact same price at 1575€. Which one to choose? I watched nearly 30 reviews but still don't know which one is the better option. Thanks so much in advance! :-)
Hi. We are trying to decide which Mac to get. The most intense stuff we would be doing is creating movies with iMovie, mainly recorded teaching times that my wife is doing with zoom, and having hem recorded on the Mac. MBA okay or MBP? Can’t afford a new MBP and thinking about a 2015 MBP. Thanks.
Thanks for the level headed review! But I still haven’t been able to figure out if an i7 16gb 2020 MBA would fit my requirements or whether I fall into the “pro user” camp. I don’t need it for video editing or gaming but my typical day-to-day workflow requires several apps open (Outlook, MS Teams, WhatsApp, ClickUp, Safari with multiple tabs, a coupe Excel workbooks and Spotify) along with an occasional visual web page builder (like Wix, Squarespace and Divi) session on in Safari/ Chrome. I’m happy to spec the MBA with max specs but i wouldn’t want to buy something that will be struggling to keep up. The temp doesn’t bother me but overtly loud fans and sluggish perfomance do! Will the 2020 MBP be the right choice for me? Or is a top spec MBA enough to handle the multitasking?
Daniel Machulnyy MBA i5 and 16gb ram will prob be enough . Although wait till MBP comes out and see how much the base model for that will cost compared to the air config I told you .
Hey man, do you think it’s necessary to get the 16GB ram?
Thanks for the insight on the MacBook Air! Good stuff. I understand it's not a device for professional use but I would like to use final cut pro occasionally to edit some family videos. I'm currently using iPad Air 2 and LumaFusion and it renders about 1:1 speed and has no issues scrubbing 2.7k videos. Would the Air perform similarly, better or worst?
Great review, thx! Is there a difference in the build between the i3 base model and i5 higher end? I know there are in the MBP2020. Which did you test? the base with the optional i5 processor? Also, would you still recommend the i5 for someone who is using this for MS office suite, mainly outlook and excel? or will the i3 suffice. I'm currently running a 2013 MBP with a 2.6 ghz i5 dual core.. thx!
I’m debating on getting the MBA i5 for college for daily tasks (no programing or video/photo editing) but should I get 8GB OR 16GB of memory? I hoping for it to last a longer amount of time.
16gb/i5 are the best options
Hi there - I've just ordered the i5 model. Is it essential I also up my RAM to 16GB? I will be doing basic stuff and using iMovie every now and then (which I could actually do on my phone instead), but I do want my computer to last for a number of years (at least 5 like my old 2014 Air which I'm now giving to a family member. Thanks for your reply as I really want to know what's the important of the RAM. Not a lot of people have talked about moving it to 16GB for the 2020 Air (only the processor). Thanks!
16GB for $200 is better than $150 for the i7. The RAM is fast, and I expect more programs to use more RAM in the future.
Also nowadays everything is soldered onto the motherboard, including the RAM, so you won't be able to update at a later date.
@@catrionahanafin6213 Thanks for your reply :)
@@samiam5326 Thanks for your reply :)
How do you like your device so far?
would the macbook air with an upgraded 15 10th gen core be ok for moderate imovie and lightroom use?
Go for the new updated 2020 MacBook Pro
should I be worried now that I bought the MacBook Air 2020 i7 ?
x2 :(
Clean review i appreciate it 🤙🏻
Very good review!!
Bro why does it look like you’ve been doing youtube for 5 years damn subscribed
remember when PowerPC processors were changed to intel, there are rumors that Apple might ditch intel for the Mac, if I have an intel Mac and I use Xcode, will my intel Mac not be able to run Xcode if after Apple switches to ARM or AMD processors?I’m wondering because I need to get the the new 13/14 inch MacBook Pro ASAP so I can use it for Xcodesoon.
I currently have a 2017 MacBook Pro. Use it mostly for photoshop/Lightroom edits, regular use and light iMovie edits. Do you think it would be a good idea to switch to the newest air?
Ana H hey does it become already slower? Just thinking of buying one
I am looking for the same answer everywhere 🙊
Lina Hong same! I need answers 🙈
ffs, a guy asks a question, it wouldn't kill you typing few words
I’m still going with Mac Pro 13 inch had the air 2019 heats up doing basic stuff xp
He is one of the best tech reviewers i always watched. His reviews are in depth and on point. Not exaggerated and just in the right amount.. thanks. I eyeing on air or pro. Still i need to watch your macbook pro 2020 review
Thank you for the informative and interesting videos. I’m currently considering to buy the i3 or the i5 MBA or to wait for the new base model of the MBP. As I prefer the aesthetics and light weight of the MBA and as the MBP might be a bit overkill for my relatively light workload the MBA might be the obvious choice. But as I also would like to be able to connect a 34 inch monitor to have multiple browser windows open side by side together with Spotify or a TH-cam video I would like to ask if you think if it will run very warm?
I'm in the exact same situation now, what choise did u make and how is it?
Whiskey Scene I haven’t made a real choice so far. I think the choice comes down to a lower temperature or a faster experience in the long run. To stay away from heating issues the i3 might be the safest choice. But I must say that I couldn’t hear any fan noise when I used several (native) apps next to each other on the i5 in the Apple Store. Last week I experienced the 120hz full screen and Face ID of the iPad pro which was quite amazing. With better support for an external monitor (perhaps in ios 14) it might cover my needs as well. Anyhow I will wait to see how the Covid 19 crisis will affect my work before I’ll buy a new iPad or MacBook.
i'm having trouble choosing between the base model (i3+256) or the higher model (i5+512) air. does the i5 really make a difference? i only use it for websurfing, watching videos, and listening to music but sometimes i play minecraft from time to time. i cant really get 16gb of ram so im stuck with 8gb
and is getting the i5 make it future proof? or is it in the ram?
Will, in your opinion, i3 + 8GB survive 4 - 5 years of light infrequent office work, no video or photo editing or coding? I am leaning to yes, but another opinion would be excellent.
Definitely
Honestly, I think I’ll just stick with the iPad Pro experience. I was considering switching over to Mac. However, with the keyboard and cursor support now on the iPad, plus the fact that I do really like the iPadOS experience, I think that would just be best suiting for me personally to stay. I’ve already been working with the apps I need on iPadOS and I’ve been doing just fine. I love your videos, they’re very informative.
for a college student doing online classes along with writing papers would you recommend the i3 or i5?
i3 is probably enough
Can this machine handle garage band and iMovie? That’s really all I want to know
I've watched that keyboard segment literally eight times now. It's just too great
I edit a lot on Sketch and Canva. I also usually have 10+ tabs open at once while editing with 3 tabs being web design websites. I bought a new MBA 256GB 16GB RAM Quad Core, will it heat up and ramp up the fans often?
Do you mean the i3 offers a longer battery life for daily basic office use?
Congrats on the new channel. I have the 12 inch MacBook from 2015. I think it’s perfect for me (except for the camera). Which is a bummer since I video conference everyday.
I’m so used to doing everything on the iPad that I’d have a hard time switching over to a traditional laptop or desktop.
Thomas Johnson same, ive been ipad only since 2017 - haven’t looked back or really needed to. Since I don’t need a computer I combined what I would spent on the computer with iPad which justified the cost of iPad Pro to me,
@@Devyn89 If the only thing you do with a computer is writing/email ecc. then it's the best thing you can do as you get better battery life
I've been using a 2012 Macbook air since February 2012 and its been great. One battery replacement has made it possible to use it on the go once again. When this dies I'll most likely get a 13 inch Macbook Pro when it comes out. Thank you for the great reviews,Rene!
8 or 16 GB?
Excellent review
You’re amazing man. Subscribing now. By the way I’ve ordered the new MacBook Air 2020 in the i7 model and after watching this video you’ve relieved me from the thermal throttling anxieties. You’re gold MacBook does look lovely, I’ve ordered the space grey. Does it have a slightly pink-ish tint to it?
I have the i7 in gold. It is closer to the old rose gold than the previous gold. The i7 has been pretty good. It is certainly not as fast as the 13” Pro in CPU-intensive tasks, but it is great for everyday usage. The fan has been fine.
Catriona Hanafin Glad to know your fan has been behaving, that’s a massive relief 😅Thank you so much! Stay safe and healthy.
Ian’s tech room is amazing!!
Isn't it though?