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Apple Reportedly Developing $599–$699 MacBook With A18 Pro Chip

Leaked timelines suggest mass production will begin in Q3 2025 for a 12.9-inch entry-level MacBook that forgoes Thunderbolt in favor of USB-C.

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Overview

  • According to supply-chain reports, Apple is developing a low-cost MacBook priced between $599 and $699 in the US, with education discounts potentially bringing the base model to $599.
  • The device is expected to mark the first MacBook powered by the iPhone-class A18 Pro chip, a departure from the M-series processors used in Apple’s current laptops.
  • Leaked details suggest a 12.9-inch ultra-thin design available in a palette of finishes including silver, blue, pink and yellow.
  • Some components are said to enter mass production by the end of Q3 2025, with final assembly at Quanta in Q4 and a late-2025 or early-2026 release window.
  • Lack of Thunderbolt support on the A18 Pro implies reliance on standard USB-C ports and leaves RAM, storage and display specifications unconfirmed.