Apple Plans Affordable 12.9-Inch MacBook with A18 Pro Chip for Early 2026 Release
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Apple Plans Affordable 12.9-Inch MacBook with A18 Pro Chip for Early 2026 Release

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Apple is reportedly developing a 12.9-inch MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip, aiming for a release in early 2026 to offer a more affordable option in its laptop lineup.

Apple is reportedly developing a new 12.9-inch MacBook featuring the A18 Pro chip, with plans to enter mass production in late 2025 and launch in early 2026. This model is expected to be more affordable, with a starting price between $599 and $699, positioning it below the current MacBook Air. The A18 Pro chip, previously used in the iPhone 16 Pro, is anticipated to deliver performance comparable to the original M1 chip. The laptop is also rumored to be available in multiple color options, including silver, blue, pink, and yellow. This move aims to expand Apple's presence in the mid-range laptop market, especially amid rising prices due to a global DRAM shortage.

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New 12.9-Inch MacBook Could Launch This Year Starting at $599

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Apple is reportedly developing a new 12.9-inch MacBook featuring the A18 Pro chip, with plans to enter mass production in late 2025 and launch in early 2026.

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This model is expected to be more affordable, with a starting price between $599 and $699, positioning it below the current MacBook Air.

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The A18 Pro chip, previously used in the iPhone 16 Pro, is anticipated to deliver performance comparable to the original M1 chip.

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The laptop is also rumored to be available in multiple color options, including silver, blue, pink, and yellow.

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