The SD Card Slot on the right still doesn't let you insert cards fully, which is a bit annoying. The left side also houses the MagSafe connector for power as well as the headphone jack.
The Thunderbolt port on the right is faster, but the universe of compatible devices is still quite small. Click to EnlargeIt's nice to see that the MacBook Air now houses two USB 3.0 ports (one on each side) to accommodate high-speed peripherals.