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Report: Apple Could Launch $599 12.9-Inch MacBook With A18 Pro Chip

Some components will enter mass production in Q3 2025, with availability projected for late 2025 to broaden Apple’s reach in lower-price markets.

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Overview

  • The MacBook is reported to be powered by the A18 Pro chip, making it Apple’s first laptop with an iPhone-derived processor.
  • It is expected to feature a 12.9-inch display in a lightweight chassis available in Silver, Blue, Pink and Yellow finishes.
  • Reports suggest pricing could start at about $599, positioning it against budget Chromebooks and sub-$1,000 laptops.
  • Component mass production is said to begin in Q3 2025, with assembly slated for Q4 at Quanta’s facilities and availability expected in late 2025 or early 2026.
  • The A18 Pro’s lack of Thunderbolt support reportedly limits the device to standard USB-C ports.