Apple introduced the MacBook Neo, its new entry-level laptop that's now the most affordable MacBook in the lineup. It's positioned right below the MacBook Air, a tempting chance for students, first-time Mac users, or anyone who wants to try the macOS ecosystem without spending that much.
At its core, MacBook Neo runs on Apple's A18 Pro chip, the same chip that's inside the iPhone 16 series.
The design keeps things familiar but adds a fun twist: it comes in vibrant colors like Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo. You've got a sharp 13-inch Liquid Retina display (good news, there’s no notch, just like the current and higher MacBooks), a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, dual speakers with Spatial Audio, the reliable Magic Keyboard, and a big, reliable Multi-Touch trackpad. Just like the first-generation MacBook Air M1, it only has two USB-C ports.
On the specs side, it's streamlined for that lower price: base config is 8GB unified memory (no upgrades available to 16GB or higher), and storage starts at 256GB. A Touch ID is a nice bonus on its non-backlit, color-matching Magic Keyboard to those who choose the 512GB model.
Here in the Philippines, it starts at₱39,990 for the 256GB/8GB version, and ₱46,990 for the 512GB/8GB model with Touch ID. And if you're a student or work in education, you get a sweet discount: down to ₱33,990 and ₱39,990, respectively, through Apple.com or select retailers. The Philippines’ general availability is yet to be announced by Apple-authorized retailers. | by Jay-Ar Grate
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