Apple is set to hold a significant press event on Wednesday, following a week of product reveals, including the new iPhone 17E and updated versions of the iPad Air, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro. A regulatory document that surfaced and was later removed from Apple's website indicated the upcoming launch of a product identified as Model A3404, speculated to be the MacBook Neo.
This potential budget MacBook, rumored to feature an iPhone chip such as the A18 Pro or A19 Pro and a smaller 12-inch LCD display, could serve as a key addition to Apple's lineup. Despite earlier expectations of a price point around $599, the recent increase of the MacBook Air's price from $999 to $1,099 may affect the anticipated pricing strategy for the MacBook Neo.
While the regulatory document has been mirrored by MacRumors, an official response from Apple regarding the MacBook Neo remains pending. Coverage from CNET will be available during the New York Apple Experience on March 4, though no livestream is planned for the event.