Apple has had a bustling week, unveiling various new products, including the iPhone 17e, upgraded iPad Air, and new MacBook Pro models equipped with the latest M5 processors. The company has now revealed another highly anticipated announcement – a budget-friendly laptop.
Named the MacBook Neo, this device boasts a vibrant design, impressive performance, and a high-resolution 13-inch screen, all for just £599. This marks a significant drop in price compared to the latest MacBook Air released this week.
The MacBook Neo is the first Apple laptop to utilize the A18 Pro-series smartphone processor. While it may not match the speed of M-powered PCs, it is fully capable of meeting daily digital demands. Running on macOS, it provides access to popular applications like Microsoft Word, Pages, and iMovie.
Moreover, the MacBook Neo offers exceptional efficiency, delivering over 15 hours of battery life. Additional features include two USB-C ports (excluding MagSafe charging), a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, Touch ID fingerprint scanner, dual side-firing speakers with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support, a Magic Keyboard, and Multi-Touch trackpad.
Available for pre-order now, the MacBook Neo will hit stores next week, offering color options such as Silver, Indigo, Blush, and Citrus.
John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, expressed enthusiasm about the MacBook Neo, highlighting its affordability and unique features. He emphasized the laptop’s durable aluminum design, Liquid Retina display, Apple silicon-powered performance, extended battery life, high-quality camera and audio components, and the seamless integration of macOS, stating that there is no other laptop quite like it.