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Apple's Low-Cost MacBook to Start at $599, Report Says
Pricing is starting to come into focus for the cheaper MacBook that was first rumored earlier this summer. DigiTimes, citing "supply chain sources," reports Monday that this low-cost version will start at $699, or $599 with Apple's education discount. That's a significant price cut from the $999 MacBook Air ($899 with educational pricing), the current entry point to the MacBook line. What we know and don't know about the $599 MacBook Previous details remain unchanged as of this latest report: It will feature Apple's A18 Pro processor, the same chip powering the iPhone 16 Pro, and offer color options including pink, blue and yellow. The timing looks the same, too, with mass production to begin by the end of this year and shipments to start in early 2026. Previous reports called it a 13-inch MacBook, and today's news puts a finer point on the size of the display. It will feature a 12.9-inch screen, a bit smaller than the 13.6-inch MacBook Air. No other details have emerged about the display, but you can expect it will come with a lower resolution and lower brightness than the M4 MacBook Air's Liquid Retina display. With the smaller display, I'm curious to know how much this smaller, cheaper MacBook will weigh. The M4 Air weighs 2.7 pounds. Will the super-cheap MacBook weigh less than 2.5 pounds? Closer to 2 pounds even? And will it be added to the MacBook Air line or simply be called a MacBook? Memory and storage allotments remain a mystery. I'm hoping for 16GB of RAM and a 256GB solid-state drive, but I'm guessing it'll offer only 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. After all, the baseline MacBook Air went from 8GB of RAM to 16GB only last year. I'd be happy with a compromise of 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. The A18 processor won't be able to match the performance of an M4 chip, but it does support Apple Intelligence, giving budget buyers access to Apple's nascent AI features that will hopefully improve during the lifespan of your next MacBook. Cheap MacBook or entry-level iPad? While a $599 MacBook will help Apple grab greater laptop market share, will it eat into its iPad sales? Consider that with Apple's educational pricing, the base iPad with an 11-inch display and A16 chip costs $329, but when you add the Magic Keyboard Folio for $229, you'll end up paying only $41 less than the $599 MacBook. Given that choice, I'm grabbing the MacBook.
CNET
17-06-2025
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Act Fast to Grab a New Pair of AirPods When You Buy an iPad or MacBook for School
Apple's array of iPads and MacBooks are known for being high-quality, durable and reliable. However, these devices are also known for their lofty price tag, which can make them a hard sell for students and educators. The good news is that Apple has an education discount that applies to students, teachers and other eligible school personnel, offering savings on useful, task-ready and high-quality devices. You can even snag a free pair of Apple AirPods 4 for a limited time. We'll explain below. To grab your free gift, you must purchase one of Apple's eligible devices. If you're looking for an iPad, the iPad Air starts at $549 with the education discount, a $50 savings over the usual $599 asking price. The 11-inch iPad Pro is also eligible for a free gift and starts at $899, a $100 discount over the usual asking price. Several MacBooks are also eligible for a free gift when you shop using an education discount. Both the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are part of this back-to-school deals event, and start at $899 and $1,099, respectively. For those who need a laptop that provides more power, there are also education discounts on the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros with M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, which means prices start at $1,499. Finally, iMacs start at $1,249 and include 24-inch 4.5K retina monitors with each model. All eligible purchases include Apple TV+ for free for a limited time, and you can subscribe for less with a student discount. You can also trade in eligible devices and pay the difference, pay for your devices over time and customize devices where applicable. A free gift is even available with certain eligible purchases, including a free pair of Apple AirPods 4, which can be custom-engraved. Select purchases are also eligible for a free Apple Pencil, Magic Mouse and more. Other offers include a credit of up to $250 when you trade in an iPhone 12 or higher. Keep in mind that this trade-in credit is available until June 18. Looking for a new tablet or laptop but aren't sure if these back-to-school deals are for you? Check out our list of the best laptops for college and the best tablets to determine if any of the featured models are more your speed. Why this deal matters Apple devices are excellent for students, teachers and just about anyone else who needs a new upgrade. They're durable, reliable and stylish. However, the brand's excellent lineup commands a high price. Apple's education discounts offer students, educators and staff the opportunity to lock in new deals for less, while also nabbing a free accessory to prepare for the upcoming school year.
CNET
17-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Act Fast to Grab a New Pair of AirPods When You Buy an Apple iPad or Laptop for School
Apple's array of iPads and MacBooks is known for its high-quality, durability and reliability. However, these devices are also known for their expense, which can make them a hard sell for students and educators. The good news is that Apple has an education discount that applies to students, teachers and other eligible school personnel, offering savings on useful, task-ready and high-quality devices. A free pair of Apple AirPods 4 can even be had for a limited time. We'll explain below. To grab your free gift, you must purchase one of Apple's eligible devices. If you're looking for an iPad, the iPad Air starts at $549 with the education discount, a $50 savings over the usual $599 asking price. The 11-inch iPad Pro is also eligible for a free gift and starts at $899, a $100 discount over the usual asking price. Several MacBooks are also eligible for a free gift when you shop using an education discount. Both the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are part of this back-to-school deals event, start at $899 and $1,099, respectively. For those who need a laptop that provides more power, there are also education discounts on the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros with M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, which means prices start at $1,499. Finally, iMacs start at $1,249 and include 24-inch 4.5K retina monitors with each model. All eligible purchases include Apple TV+ for free for a limited time, and you can subscribe for less with a student discount. You can also trade in eligible devices and pay the difference, pay for your devices over time or customize devices where applicable. A free gift is even available with certain eligible purchases, including a free pair of Apple AirPods 4, which can be custom-engraved. Select purchases are also eligible for a free Apple Pencil, Magic Mouse and more. Other offers include a credit of up to $250 when you trade in an iPhone 12 or higher. Keep in mind that this trade-in credit is available until June 18. Looking for a new tablet or laptop but aren't sure if these back-to-school deals are for you? Check out our list of the best laptops for college and the best tablets to determine if any of the featured models are more your speed. Why this deal matters Apple devices are excellent for students, teachers and just about everyone else who needs a new upgrade. They're durable, reliable and stylish. However, the brand's excellent lineup commands a high price. Apple's education discounts offer students, educators and staff the opportunity to lock in new deals for less, while also nabbing a free accessory to prepare for the upcoming school year.
