Vintage devices that are an important part of Apple's history can be seen in wall art from GRID studio. The components are artistically displayed in a frame that can be hung on the wall of an Apple fan.
GRID's first disassembled Mac is the first generation MacBook Air. Prices for GRID's pieces start at $40 for an A-series chip, and the MacBook Air is the most expensive frame, but there are other options at around $200.
The frame of the GRID Studio MacBook Air is 29.9 inches by 18.9 inches, making it the largest laptop on the market. The big wooden frame adds a lot of weight to the device. Buyers should be prepared for the packing parcel being even larger and heavier.
GRID's frames are well-packaged to protect them in transit and are enclosed in thick black paper with a ribbon and a wax seal to make them feel special. While GRID's products come impressively packaged, I would warn customers about getting small paper cuts from the packaging, something that has happened to me multiple times.
The black wooden frames GRID use contrast well with the white card upon which the device components are glue and go relatively easy with most interior designs. Black frames seem to attract a lot of fingerprints and dust, but they are easy to clean with a damp cloth.
The transparent plastic in the frame is thinner than the glass in the smaller frames. I would prefer glass, but this would add more weight. The easiest way to remove the film is to open the frame from behind. Dust and fingerprints can be wiped away from inside the frame or components.
The weight of the MacBook Air puts a lot of stress on the white card backboard, so it's a good idea to keep it closed when opening it. The device's fan had detached from my frame, but it was easy to put it back in.
What could be expected from a laptop's design was redefined by the first- generation MacBook Air. The MacBook Air was introduced by Steve Jobs at the 2008 Macworld conference. It was claimed to be the world's lightest notebook at 1.9 cm thick.
A full-size Magic Keyboard and a multi-touch trackpad were included in the package. It was Apple's first notebook since the PowerBook 2400c without an optical drive and the first Mac to be available with an SSDs. It's an important piece for Apple fans. GRID can give the device a new lease of life by showing its components in a frame.
The parts of the MacBook Air are laid out inside the frame with printed details. The annotations give a description of each component, a bit of the device's history, and a quote from Steve Jobs.
The device's components are well organized inside the frame, showing off the main board, hard drive, fan, and more. I appreciate that there is limited space inside the frame and that things are still displayed in a visually engaging way.
It's worth noting that the MacBook Air model in the frame was originally priced at $1,799.
Due to its age and use, the device has some wear and tear on it, and I found it most noticeable on the keyboard. It is clear that GRID has selected devices with minimal wear, and it appears to be very clean and adequate for display.
All in all, the first-generation MacBook Air is a very good addition to GRID's product lineup, elevating the design of one of the most iconic Apple devices. With attention to detail and plenty of nice touches to make the device feel special, GRID's frames are the perfect items for any Apple fan looking to bring some of the company's most well-known designs into their home in a thoughtful way.
GRID Studio's products are available from its website, gridstudio.cc, and the first-generation MacBook Air frame is currently $100 off.
Macrumors received a framed MacBook Air for the purpose of the review. None of the other compensation was given. The design of the first-generation MacBook Air frame has been slightly changed.
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