The total cost of Apple's entry-level product lineup is now $2,510, which is significantly less than the starting price of the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Pro chip, set at $2,699. This shift is marked by the introduction of the MacBook Neo, priced at $599, making it the most affordable laptop in Apple's history and featuring the A18 Pro chip, akin to the one found in the iPhone 16 Pro.
Apple's new lineup includes ten products, such as the iPhone 17e, also at $599, and the iPad (11th generation) for $349. The most affordable offerings now feature capabilities that rival their more expensive counterparts, with the iPhone 17e sharing key specifications with the higher-priced iPhone 17.
Notably, three products in this lineup are anticipated to see updates soon. The upcoming 12th generation iPad is expected to include the A18 chip and support for Apple Intelligence, while updates for the Apple TV and HomePod mini are also on the horizon.