MacBook Neo is now official: A18 Pro chip, $599, four colors, more
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Industry group representing Apple voices concern to Pentagon over Anthropic ban
The Information Technology Industry Council, whose members include Apple, sent a letter to the Pentagon addressing Anthropic’s designation as a “supply chain risk.” Here are the details.
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MacBook Neo is a great laptop for users who almost never use an external display. If you do connect MacBook Neo to a monitor, there are a couple of things to know.
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Today, Apple introduced new metadata tags that will let record labels and distributors disclose when artificial intelligence was used in the creation of music, artwork, and more. Here are the details.
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Walmart is staying in the business of selling Macs, with the retailer officially selling the $599 MacBook Neo.
That’s no surprise since Apple basically used Walmart as the proving ground for a lower-cost Mac laptop without the fastest processor.
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Apple’s new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR have a lot of differences, but we can now add one more to the list: they come with different A19 chips.
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Billy Zane lands recurring role in Apple TV’s golf comedy ‘Stick’
The Titanic and Twin Peaks actor will join Stick as a recurring cast member for season 2. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseWhy MacBook Neo is Apple’s best new model for most people
It’s only March, but Apple has already launched eight new products this year, including seven just this week. And the most exciting of the bunch is the MacBook Neo.
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RevenueCat’s State of Subscription Apps 2026 report shows a widening gap between top-performing apps and the rest of the market. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 26 has new Home Screen setting for app icons, here’s how to use it
Apple has added a lot of new ways to customize your iPhone in recent years. One of my favorites is a Home Screen setting in iOS 26 for your app icons that tints the icon color to match that of your iPhone or its case. Here’s how to use it.
Expand Expanding CloseMacBook Neo vs MacBook Air: Every difference between Apple’s 13-inch laptops
The new MacBook Neo is officially here, and it gives MacBook Air a run for its money when it comes to casual usage. So what exactly is the $500 difference between Apple’s two 13-inch laptops? Let’s dig in to every difference.
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Apple has just released a new Mac software update: macOS 26.3.1. Here’s what’s new in the latest software version.
Expand Expanding CloseApple releases macOS 26.4 public beta 3, here’s what to expect
Following today’s announcement of the new MacBook Neo, and yesterday’s release of the developer version of macOS 26.4 beta 3, the public beta is rolling out now. Here’s what’s coming.
Expand Expanding CloseApple releases iOS 26.3.1 for iPhone
Apple has released iOS 26.3.1 for iPhone users today. The update likely includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Blackmagic Camera ProDock is one of the best iPhone accessories for video shooters
I recently got my hands on the Blackmagic Camera ProDock and used it to build out a production-ready iPhone camera rig. With a single USB-C cable, I was able to connect an external SSD, wireless microphone, HDMI monitor, and an Ethernet adapter to my iPhone 16 Pro Max.
It all comes together courtesy of the Blackmagic Camera ProDock, a $295 iPhone accessory announced alongside the iPhone 17 Pro last September. It, coupled with a few spare parts I had lying around, allowed me to turn last generation’s flagship iPhone 16 Pro Max into a powerful ProRes-shooting and live-streaming camera rig.
Expand Expanding ClosePSA: MacBook Neo, Intel Macs might not work with new Studio Displays [U]
Apple’s new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR are now available for pre-order, but if you want to connect a MacBook Neo or Intel Mac, you may need to look elsewhere.
Update: Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac that the MacBook Neo is compatible with the new Studio Displays, but will be scaled to 4K 60Hz.
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Pre-order deals: M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro with up to $100 gift cards, up to $50 off new iPad Air, more
Apple has now unleashed the all-new MacBook Neo as pre-orders for the new M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro MacBook Pro, and M4 iPad Air go live at retail. We have uncovered some notable pre-order deals on all of it, including FREE $50 gift cards on the M5 MacBook Air, $100 gift cards on the M5 Pro MacBook Pro, and even a chance to save $50 on the new M4 iPad Air – you can score one as low as $249 with trade-ins. Those offers also join deals on a 1TB Mac mini, Apple Watch Ultra bands, and more down below.
Expand Expanding CloseMacBook Neo is the second Mac to hit the $499 education price point
MacBook Neo has a competitive starting price of $599, and for education customers, the $100 discount means Apple now has two compelling Macs for just $499.
Expand Expanding CloseHere are all the product videos Apple published this week
While Apple didn’t hold a traditional event for this week’s announcements, the company released its usual product ads and promo videos. Watch them all here.
Expand Expanding CloseThree new MacBooks were announced by Apple this week
Today marks three days straight of Apple product launches, with the MacBook Neo being the third new Mac to debut. Here are details on the three new MacBooks that have been announced.
Expand Expanding CloseApple has announced 7 new products this week
Apple launch week is in full swing with seven new products announced, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseThis is Apple’s new MacBook Neo in four colors [Gallery]
Apple today unveiled the new MacBook Neo, which starts at an impressive $599. I’m in New York City for Apple’s corresponding press “experience,” and just spent some time checking out the MacBook Neo in person.
Expand Expanding CloseDownload the new MacBook Neo wallpapers here
You know the drill: new devices, new wallpapers. If you liked the MacBook Neo’s new default wallpapers, you can download them below.
Expand Expanding CloseThe $599 MacBook Neo fine print: RAM limits, USB-C trade-offs, and Touch ID tiers
Apple just announced the new MacBook Neo, its most affordable Mac laptop by a lot. To achieve the $599 starting price, the new MacBook Neo makes a few compromises along the way. These are some you should be aware of when considering the MacBook Neo.
Expand Expanding CloseMacBook Neo has the most recycled content of any Apple product
Apple’s new MacBook Neo is official, with pre-orders open now. One noteworthy feature that may be overlooked is that MacBook Neo sets a new record for recycled content in an Apple product.
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