Apple has introduced a sleek and budget-friendly MacBook called the MacBook Neo, now available starting at £599. This price is significantly lower than the latest M5-powered MacBook Air, making it an appealing option for consumers.
Despite its lower price point, the MacBook Neo boasts premium features such as a sleek aluminum design, a vibrant 13-inch Liquid Retina display, a long-lasting 16-hour battery life, and a comfortable keyboard ideal for daily use. Buyers can choose from four stylish colors: Silver, Citrus, Indigo, and Blush.
Apple has equipped the MacBook Neo with the A18 Pro chip, typically used in the company’s smartphones, to keep costs down. Nevertheless, the laptop is powerful enough for tasks like web browsing, video editing, photo retouching, and streaming content on-the-go.
To make the MacBook Neo even more affordable, Sky is offering a contract deal at £12.50 per month, which includes a SIM card with 100MB of data. The offer requires a 48-month contract and a £24 upfront payment, totaling £624 over the term, slightly more than buying the laptop outright.
The £12.50 monthly price applies to the 256GB model without a Touch ID fingerprint scanner. For the 512GB version with Touch ID, the monthly cost is £15.
In addition to Sky, the MacBook Neo is also available at retailers like Argos, Currys, and Amazon.