Overview
- Apple is reportedly developing a 13-inch MacBook powered by its A18 Pro chip, a departure from the M-series processors used in all current Macs.
- An internal code reference identified as “Mac17,1” has been discovered running the A18 Pro, lending credence to the project’s existence.
- Everwin Precision is set to produce silver, blue, pink and yellow casings for the device, signaling a design shift aimed at budget and education markets.
- Mass production is slated to begin in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026, with Apple targeting shipments of 5–7 million units in 2026.
- The entry-level model is intended to undercut the $999 MacBook Air price point and help drive Apple’s annual MacBook shipments back to around 25 million.