Apple’s rumored MacBook Neo, a lower-cost, colorful laptop, could launch this week

In Brief Posted: 9:22 AM PST · March 3, 2026 Image Credits:Apple Amanda Silberling Apple’s rumored MacBook Neo, a lower-cost, colorful laptop, could launch this week According to multiple reports, Apple is working on a low-cost MacBook, which would allow the company to compete with inexpensive laptops for the first time. As Apple drips out news this week about its newest iPhones and MacBooks, could we finally see this new laptop unveiled? If reporting from MacRumors and Bloomberg is correct, the lower-cost MacBook, which is rumored to be released in multiple colors, could be announced as soon as Wednesday. According to MacRumors, Apple accidentally posted a regulatory document on its website that alluded to the existence of a yet-to-be-announced device called the MacBook Neo. It’s possible Apple could blindside its most dedicated leakers, but the reports are pointing to the company releasing a low-cost Chromebook competitor. While no concrete details have been confirmed about the new laptop in the MacBook family, it is thought to run on an iPhone chip, as opposed to a stronger M-series chip. There are also rumors that the device could come in some fun, bright colors, like the green, blue, and yellow of this week’s Apple event logo. Topics Apple, Gadgets, Hardware, In Brief, macbook June 9 Boston, MA Actively scaling? Fundraising? Planning your next launch?TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 delivers tactical playbooks and direct access to 1,000+ founders and investors who are building, backing, and closing.Register by March 13 to save up to $300. REGISTER NOW Newsletters See More Subscribe for the industry’s biggest tech news TechCrunch Daily News Every weekday and Sunday, you can get the best of TechCrunch’s coverage. TechCrunch Mobility TechCrunch Mobility is your destination for transportation news and insight.

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