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Technology
Jay Bonggolto

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Apple s cheapest laptop in years is finally here to challenge chromebooks - The Untold Story

A woman typing on a yellow MacBook Neo.

What you need to know

  • The new $599 MacBook Neo marks Apple’s most affordable MacBook in years, targeting Chromebooks and entry-level Windows PCs.
  • However, instead of an M-series processor, the Neo runs on the A18 Pro.
  • The laptop ships with macOS Tahoe, plus features like iPhone Mirroring and Apple Intelligence.
  • With bright color options and an education price as low as $499, Apple is going after buyers who usually pick Chromebooks.
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