Apple’s Groundbreaking Launch: The $599 MacBook Neo with iPhone Chip
Apple has officially announced the MacBook Neo on March 4, 2026, marking a historic shift in its laptop strategy. The new device is the first Mac to run on a chip previously used in an iPhone, featuring the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro.
The MacBook Neo starts at just $599 with 256GB storage and 8GB RAM, making it Apple’s most affordable laptop ever. The device comes in four vibrant colors and represents Apple’s push to bring Mac computing to a broader audience. A $699 configuration doubles storage to 512GB and adds Touch ID functionality.
Apple’s Big Week of Announcements
This launch is part of Apple’s “big week” of announcements that also included:
- iPhone 17e
- M4 iPad Air
- M5 MacBook Air
- MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
The MacBook Neo is available for pre-order starting March 4, 2026, with availability beginning March 11, 2026.
Source: https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/04/apple-has-announced-7-new-products-this-week/