Preorders for Apple’s colorful MacBook Neo come with a $25 gift card

Source: The Verge

Preorder Offer

Best Buy is offering a $25 e‑gift card when you preorder the MacBook Neo:

• 256 GB model – $599
• 512 GB model – $699

Where to Buy

• $599 – Best Buy (256 GB)
• $699 – Best Buy (512 GB)

Specs and Features

• Display: 13‑inch aluminum chassis with a relatively large bezel.
• Keyboard: Color‑matched Magic Keyboard.
• Trackpad: Physical trackpad (no Touch Bar).
• Camera: 1080p webcam (lacks Center Stage).
• Audio: Side‑firing speakers with spatial audio support.
• Ports:
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • Two USB‑C ports (one USB 3, one USB 2) – both usable for charging
  • No MagSafe or Thunderbolt ports
• Additional: Higher‑end 512 GB model includes a Touch ID sensor.

Performance

• RAM: 8 GB (the main limitation).
• Processor: Apple A18 Pro chip (same as the iPhone 16).
• Use Cases: Adequate for streaming, web browsing, email, and other everyday tasks that don’t demand a high‑end M‑series chip.

Read our MacBook Neo hands‑on impressions.

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