{
  "id": 4529802,
  "title": "The MacBook Neo may no longer be 'affordable', but a small discount sees it drop to a three-figure price",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/the-macbook-neo-may-no-longer-be-affordable-but-a-small-discount-sees",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-30T23:58:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/computing/macbooks/the-macbook-neo-may-no-longer-be-affordable-but-a-small-discount-sees-it-drop-to-a-three-figure-price"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The MacBook Neo, initially offered at an affordable AU$899 launch price, has seen a slight increase to AU$1049, thanks to RAM and storage supply issues. However, a discount on Amazon has brought the base 256GB variant down to AU$997, making it an excellent value for money, especially considering its superior performance compared to Windows and Chromebook alternatives.\n\nThis discount is available across all colourways: Citrus, Indigo, Blush, and Silver. The base model doesn't include Touch ID, but it still offers impressive features at a three-figure price point. The laptop uses an A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, making it a budget-friendly option with premium materials.\n\nDespite the price hike, the MacBook Neo remains a fantastic budget laptop for basic tasks such as web browsing, media consumption, and even some light gaming and video editing. Its repairability is a significant advantage over higher-end MacBooks, with easy disassembly and reassembly. While the 8GB RAM may not be enough for heavy multitasking, most Mac apps run smoothly on this laptop.\n\nThe all-metal chassis, high-resolution display, and repairability make the MacBook Neo a standout in the budget laptop market, and the fun color options add an extra touch of appeal. The discount on Amazon makes this already great deal even more enticing, making the MacBook Neo a must-have for those seeking a high-quality budget laptop.",
  "summary": "Initially launching at a rock-bottom AU$899 price earlier this year, the MacBook Neo isn’t quite the budget darling anymore after a sizeable price hike — but for AU$997, this deal is hard to pass up.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}