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Apple's new MacBook Neo, priced as low as $599, offers a similar design to premium computers but a refurbished M4 MacBook Air provides better long-term support and power, especially for demanding applications.

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Who
Apple, reviewers, Pocket-lint
What
Apple's new MacBook Neo, priced as low as $599, offers a similar design to premium computers but a refurbished M4 MacBook Air provides better long-term support and power, especially for demanding applications.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:00 GMT · 2h 58m ago
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Why
The MacBook Neo's iPhone chip and limited RAM, while minor annoyances now, could leave the computer in the lurch down the line, especially as Apple adopts more AI features.
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Consumers seeking a new Apple laptop may find greater value and longevity in a refurbished M4 MacBook Air, despite the lower initial cost of the MacBook Neo, due to potential limitations of the Neo's hardware with future software demands.

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