Apple Tests 12GB MacBook Neo With A19 Pro as Shortages Threaten Higher Price
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Updated · The Verge · Jul 22
Apple Tests 12GB MacBook Neo With A19 Pro as Shortages Threaten Higher Price
3 articles · Updated · The Verge · Jul 22
Summary
Apple is testing an updated MacBook Neo with an A19 Pro chip and 12GB of RAM, up from the current model’s A18 Pro and 8GB.
The refresh follows strong demand for the budget laptop, and Apple is also considering new colors for the next version.
Component shortages could push the new Neo above the current $699 starting price, and Apple may also drop the cheapest 256GB configuration.
The Neo update sits within a broader Mac refresh cycle that reportedly includes new iMacs with OLED screens, M6 MacBook Pros and a redesigned 14-inch base MacBook Pro next year.