What devices are available for employees?

Device Options for MA Employees

MA provides every employee with a laptop of their choice.
MacBooks are recommended as they’re the most common and best supported.
Windows devices are also available.
Employees may also request an iPad for a 90-day trial from the Tech Office. If successful, the iPad may be purchased.

Apple MacBooks (Recommended)

Model Key Specs Notes 🟩 MacBook Air 15″ (M4, 2025)
Recommended!
View on Apple.com • 15.3″ Liquid Retina Display
• 16 GB RAM / 512 GB SSD
• Up to 18 hrs battery life
• 3.3 lbs Excellent balance of size, power, and portability.
Includes peripherals: Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, 27″ External Display. MacBook Air 13″ (M4, 2025)
View on Apple.com • 13.6″ Liquid Retina Display
• 16 GB RAM / 512 GB SSD
• Up to 18 hrs battery life
• 2.7 lbs Smaller and lighter alternative for frequent travelers.
Includes peripherals: Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, 27″ External Display. MacBook Pro 14″ (M4 Pro)
View on Apple.com • 14.2″ Liquid Retina XDR
• 16 GB RAM / 512 GB SSD
• SD Card Ports For heavier workloads (media, dev, or data).
Not eligible for peripherals bundle. MacBook Pro 16″ (M4 Pro / Max)
Approval Required
View on Apple.com • 16″ Liquid Retina XDR
• 24 GB RAM (base) / 512 GB SSD High-performance option for power users.
Director or Head approval required.

Microsoft Surface Devices

Model Key Specs Notes Surface Pro
View on Microsoft.com • 13″ PixelSense Flow
• Snapdragon X
• Up to ~14 hrs local video playback
• ~1.97 lbs (without keyboard) 2-in-1 tablet/laptop. Keyboard and pen available separately. Surface Laptop
View on Microsoft.com • 13.8″ or 15″ touch display
• Snapdragon X
• Up to ~22 hrs local video playback Traditional clamshell design. Excellent battery life.

Apple iPads

Model Key Specs Notes iPad Air (2025)
View on Apple.com • 11″ Liquid Retina
• M2 chip
• Keyboard + Apple Pencil included Lightweight and versatile. iPad mini (2024)
View on Apple.com • 8.3″ display
• A17 chip
• Keyboard + Apple Pencil included Compact and portable.

Notes & Eligibility

Specs reflect the latest models as of October 2025.
Storage and memory are configurable.
MacBook Pro 16″ requires approval.
Peripherals bundle applies only to MacBook Air models.