Apple has done something it almost never does — leaked its own unannounced product. A regulatory document for a device listed as “MacBook Neo” has appeared on Apple’s official regulatory information website, prematurely revealing the name ahead of what is expected to be a Wednesday announcement. No specs, no images — just the name. But that’s enough to confirm it’s coming.
MacBook Neo — What We Know So Far
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Name | MacBook Neo (officially confirmed via regulatory leak) |
| Chip | A18 Pro (same as iPhone 16 Pro) |
| Expected Price | ~₹60,000–₹80,000 / ~$899–$999 |
| Announcement | Expected March 4, 2026 |
| Form Factor | Thin, lightweight — entry-level MacBook |
| Target Audience | Students, first-time Mac buyers |
| OS | macOS Tahoe |
Why This is a Big Deal
This is Apple’s first truly affordable Mac laptop in years — and calling it “Neo” rather than “Air” or “MacBook” signals it’s an entirely new product line, not a refresh. Powered by the A18 Pro — the same chip inside the iPhone 16 Pro — it brings Apple Intelligence, a 16-core Neural Engine, and solid GPU performance to what should be the most accessible Mac ever made.
For context, the MacBook Air M5 starts at ₹1,19,900. If the MacBook Neo lands at ₹60,000–₹80,000, it would cut the entry price of a new Mac laptop nearly in half — a move that could significantly expand Apple’s laptop market share in price-sensitive markets like India.
The regulatory filing appeared on Apple’s EU compliance page with no accompanying images or further technical details, which means Apple caught and pulled it quickly — but not quickly enough. The announcement is expected on March 4 alongside the MacBook Pro M5 lineup.
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