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Feb 14, 2026 7:33 PM

Open Box: Excellent: Apple MacBook Air: 13.3" WQXGA, M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD

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VIPOUTLET via Walmart has Open Box: Excellent: Apple MacBook Air Laptop (Space Gray, MGN63LL/A) on sale for $308. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member davydude7 for finding this deal.

Specs (source):
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

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  • This price matches the recent Frontpage Deal.
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VIPOUTLET via Walmart has Open Box: Excellent: Apple MacBook Air Laptop (Space Gray, MGN63LL/A) on sale for $308. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member davydude7 for finding this deal.

Specs (source):
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • This price matches the recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by davydude7

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This open box M1 MacBook Air is landing in near new condition for many units, often with just 1 to 3 battery cycles, 100 percent battery health, and clean cosmetics. The keyboard, trackpad, screen, and build quality still feel premium, and the M1 chip remains fast enough for everyday work, travel, and even proxy based 4K editing. Apple warranty and AppleCare eligibility can be a bonus, but coverage is not guaranteed and some receipts need extra follow up. The main limits are 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, one external monitor, and possible battery wear or dead batteries on a few units. A strong compact laptop if those tradeoffs fit your needs.

Common Questions (5)

  • Many units arrive essentially brand new, often with 1-3 battery cycles and 100% battery health. A few have higher cycle counts or battery problems, so checking Battery Health and cycle count in Settings is the quickest way to verify the unit you received.

  • It can show a full one-year Apple warranty and may be eligible for AppleCare, but it is not guaranteed. Some units needed the purchase date updated through Apple support or after activation/OS update, and Apple Store verification can still allow AppleCare purchase within the allowed window.

  • It is strong for everyday and light-to-moderate use, with excellent keyboard, trackpad, screen, and build quality. The main limits are 8GB RAM, only one external monitor, and possible thermal throttling under sustained heavy CPU loads; proxy-based 4K editing can still work well.

  • A clean reinstall is a sensible precaution if the machine arrives unsealed or without obvious factory protectors. Some units shipped with macOS Tahoe or Sequoia, and users reported better results after wiping/reinstalling or downgrading to Sequoia for smoother performance.

  • Returns are described as easy, with free return shipping labels available if needed. Refunds may take about a week after the item is shipped back, and Walmart marketplace returns were also mentioned as no-cost.

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Feb 15, 2026 10:05 AM
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SaintMaximFeb 15, 2026 10:05 AM
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I got my laptop from last weeks sale when it was 346 and the battery is dead. Doesn't hold a charge and says it needs to be serviced. I sent a message to VIPOUTLET, but they didn't respond to me. I'm just returning it now. The condition is like brand new, no scratches or anything. I think the laptop was just sitting for a long time without being charged the battery just died. YMMV with this one.
Feb 15, 2026 10:30 AM
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eastman77092Feb 15, 2026 10:30 AM
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Out of stock!
Feb 15, 2026 1:53 PM
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Jhandwa.dealwaFeb 15, 2026 1:53 PM
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Quote from IPrince View quoted comment :
Chiming in on the laptop rather than the seller, I still use my M1 Air since 2020 for business, and it's still handling everything I throw at it very smoothly. if you get this laptop with Mac OS 26 installed, I would recommend downgrading to Sequoia instead. It will be much smoother. As for the warranty, I had similar situations where I bought open-box Apple devices and then sent Apple the receipt, and they activated their one-year warranty without asking any questions. YMMV.
Any link for instructions on downgrading to sequoia sw? Much appreciated!
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Feb 15, 2026 2:04 PM
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randyboxmanFeb 15, 2026 2:04 PM
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Quote from Jhandwa.dealwa View quoted comment :
Any link for instructions on downgrading to sequoia sw? Much appreciated!
I mean this in the nicest way possible but have you tried "the internet"? You could know everything you want about this topic in 2 seconds but you felt like it made more sense to ask a stranger? Maybe just think about how this could have gone better next time sir or madam

anyways I bought the last one of these around 5:30pm yesterday and looking forward to it. A nice little laptop for travel for $300? I'm in!
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Feb 15, 2026 8:03 PM
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SlimeyfaceFeb 15, 2026 8:03 PM
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Quote from plasmid View quoted comment :
FYI, although this is an old model (2021?)...it is the last of the original aluminum machined chassy in the "wedge" format. Solid and unique I have one running fine even now and the new models just feel cheap.
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Feb 15, 2026 8:06 PM
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SlimeyfaceFeb 15, 2026 8:06 PM
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Quote from randyboxman View quoted comment :
I mean this in the nicest way possible but have you tried "the internet"? You could know everything you want about this topic in 2 seconds but you felt like it made more sense to ask a stranger? Maybe just think about how this could have gone better next time sir or madam

anyways I bought the last one of these around 5:30pm yesterday and looking forward to it. A nice little laptop for travel for $300? I'm in!

Have you realized this is "the internet" ? Do you realize the irony in all of what you have written here?


We are on a thread dedicated to this topic and people frequenting this thread include some pretty educated folks, so it makes complete sense to ask here.


"Maybe just think about how the [aforementioned ignorant] post could have gone better next time"
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Feb 17, 2026 1:07 AM
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miserbuyerFeb 17, 2026 1:07 AM
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Anyone received a shipment confirmation yet?

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Feb 17, 2026 6:23 AM
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vrk_sdFeb 17, 2026 6:23 AM
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Quote from miserbuyer View quoted comment :
Anyone received a shipment confirmation yet?
Yes. It's arriving Wednesday
Feb 18, 2026 8:42 PM
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got a silver and a gold one. Trying to decide which to keep.

both have 3 battery cycles.

the silver looks like it was manufactured in 2020 and is on Venture OS

Gold was built in 2025 and on Tahoe
Feb 18, 2026 10:05 PM
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vrk_sdFeb 18, 2026 10:05 PM
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Quote from VMasked View quoted comment :
got a silver and a gold one. Trying to decide which to keep.

both have 3 battery cycles.

the silver looks like it was manufactured in 2020 and is on Venture OS

Gold was built in 2025 and on Tahoe
How do you know the manufactured date?
Feb 18, 2026 10:07 PM
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vrk_sdFeb 18, 2026 10:07 PM
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Received mine today. Has 1 battery cycle but warranty is expected to expire 5th April 2026. Is there way to update purchase date? Walmart order doesn't have the serial number of the MacBook
Feb 18, 2026 10:44 PM
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Quote from vrk_sd View quoted comment :
How do you know the manufactured date?

I just looked at system info and the grey said 2020.

I'm guessed about the gold system because the it says 2025 on the back.

How many cycles is yours? when was yours made? Can you call apple and ask them about updating warrenty
Feb 19, 2026 2:43 AM
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Quote from davydude7 View quoted comment :
Yes, this model originally came out in 2020, but these are newly manufactured in the last year or so. You can check the previous threads linked above. So the batteries are 1 year old +/- with 0-2 cycles on battery and 100% battery life.
I'm a little confused how you know these are newly manufactured? I was checking my serial and it matches the 2020 model.. when I open about this apple, it says M1, 2020


HOWEVER, the box has a 2025 trademark logo which makes me think this is not from 2020.. how do I confirm?
Feb 19, 2026 2:46 AM
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Quote from rdr View quoted comment :
You could also check the hard drive smart stats to see how much has been read and written to the SSD.
any easy way to tell the actual manufactured date?

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Feb 20, 2026 1:34 AM
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davydude7
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Feb 20, 2026 1:34 AM
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Received mine today. Essentially 100% new condition, battery 1 cycle with 100% health. Apple care for full year starting today with option of purchasing additional Apple care.

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