The 256GB M3 MacBook Air features faster SSD storage than the M2 variant - here's how Apple fixed this "problem" we didn't really have.

The iFixit guide below takes a comprehensive look at the entire upgrade process, starting with step-by-step instructions on how to safely remove the existing M2 SSD from your Steam Deck.

That meant SSD speeds were significantly slower than the M1 model unless you opted to upgrade the storage. The same was true of the entry-level M2 Mac mini and MacBook Pros.

The easiest way to avoid the slower SSD is also an expensive one. When buying the $1,199 base model M2 MacBook Air you can opt to upgrade the storage to 512GB for $200.

Apple's upgraded 2022 MacBook Air with the M2 chip, 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage is on sale at B&H in a stellar year-end deal with free next day delivery.