Apple Launches $599 MacBook Neo Laptop

Apple on March 4, 2026 introduced the $599 MacBook Neo, a 13-inch entry-level laptop powered by an iPhone A18 Pro chip. The base model includes 256GB storage, a $699 variant adds 512GB and Touch ID, and Apple says the device delivers three times faster AI performance than rival PCs. Priced to attract students and organizations, the Neo aims to expand Apple’s ecosystem and undercut higher-priced Macs.