It's like an iPad in many ways. Small, light, and portable, with no moving parts. But unlike an iPad, it is not crippled by a shitty touch-based operating system; it's a real computer.
The speed difference between Intel-based Macs and Apple Silicon is DRAMATIC. But I think you will find that the difference between M1, M2, and M3 Macs is... negligible.
Finally, I prefer the 'subtle wedge' design of the 2020 M1 MacBook Airs over the new design. But that is purely aesthetic, and you may disagree.
I think that a used / refurbished M1 MacBook Air would suit your needs.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/geek-squad-certified-refurbished-macbook-air-13-3-laptop-apple-m1-chip-8gb-memory-256gb-ssd-space-gray/6489769.p?skuId=6489769
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PNQTYV2
https://youtu.be/puQoLGY9qqw
It's like an iPad in many ways. Small, light, and portable, with no moving parts. But unlike an iPad, it is not crippled by a shitty touch-based operating system; it's a real computer.
The speed difference between Intel-based Macs and Apple Silicon is DRAMATIC. But I think you will find that the difference between M1, M2, and M3 Macs is... negligible.
Finally, I prefer the 'subtle wedge' design of the 2020 M1 MacBook Airs over the new design. But that is purely aesthetic, and you may disagree.