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Microsoft counters MacBook Neo with bundled Office and Game Pass on Windows laptops
technology1 month ago

Microsoft counters MacBook Neo with bundled Office and Game Pass on Windows laptops

Microsoft counters Apple's MacBook Neo by promoting Windows laptops priced to compete, offering college students a free year of Microsoft 365 Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and a customized Xbox controller with eligible devices through July 31. The promotion spotlights budget-friendly rigs from Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Acer that match or beat the Neo on price and specs, in a move driven by Neo demand and supply pressures in the PC market.

via TechSpot|
#budget-laptops#macbook-neo#microsoft-365
Neo drives record week of first-time Mac users, Apple says
technology2 months ago

Neo drives record week of first-time Mac users, Apple says

Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company had a record-breaking week for brand-new Mac users, a result AppleInsider attributes in part to the low-cost MacBook Neo (starting at $599, $499 for education). The Neo is positioned as an entry point to Apple’s lineup and a challenger to Windows, with anecdotal reports of Intel Mac users upgrading to Neo. Apple did not provide hard figures, but sources describe the Neo as the “new king of budget laptops” driving the surge for new Mac customers.

via AppleInsider|
#apple#budget-laptops#first-time-mac-users
MacBook Neo: 48 hours with Apple's budget laptop and the surprising takeaways
technology2 months ago

MacBook Neo: 48 hours with Apple's budget laptop and the surprising takeaways

A Tom's Guide writer spends 48 hours with the $599 MacBook Neo, praising its premium aluminum build, bright 13-inch display, and solid day-to-day performance thanks to the A18 Pro chip and 8GB RAM, while noting trade-offs like limited RAM for heavy multitasking, no True Tone, no Touch ID on the base model, two USB-C ports without MagSafe, a dim camera, and underwhelming speakers — but at its price, the Neo offers a compelling budget option that can compete with many Windows laptops for casual use.

via Tom's Guide|
#apple-silicon#budget-laptops#display-quality
Apple Rolls Out the $599 MacBook Neo That Actually Delivers
technology2 months ago

Apple Rolls Out the $599 MacBook Neo That Actually Delivers

Apple debuts the MacBook Neo at $599 (with a $699 upgrade) as a 13-inch, all‑aluminum budget MacBook powered by the A18 Pro, packing 8GB of unified memory and 256GB of storage (512GB optional). It forgoes MagSafe and base‑model backlighting but offers a colorfully redesigned chassis, a 1080p FaceTime webcam, two USB‑C ports (one with DisplayPort), Wi‑Fi 6E, and up to 16 hours of video streaming or 11 hours of web browsing. The display is a 13-inch Liquid Retina panel with up to 500 nits brightness and no camera notch, targeting students and budget buyers to rival Chromebooks while signaling Apple’s silicon-agnostic software approach. Preorders begin now with sales starting March 11; education pricing starts at $499 for the base model.

via PCMag|
#a18-pro#apple#budget-laptops
Top Amazon Prime Day Laptop Deals: Save Up to $450 on Apple, Lenovo, and More
technology10 months ago

Top Amazon Prime Day Laptop Deals: Save Up to $450 on Apple, Lenovo, and More

Amazon Prime Day offers significant discounts on a wide range of laptops, including high-end models like MacBooks and gaming laptops, as well as budget options under $500. Experts recommend purchasing early to secure the best deals, which include savings up to $450 on Apple and Lenovo laptops, with additional discounts available at other retailers like Best Buy and Walmart. The sale features a variety of options suitable for different needs and budgets, making it a prime opportunity to upgrade your tech gear.

via CNET|
#amazon-prime-day#budget-laptops#discounts
"Massive $200 Discount: HP 17-inch Laptop Now Only $300!"
technology2 years ago

"Massive $200 Discount: HP 17-inch Laptop Now Only $300!"

HP is offering a $200 discount on their budget 17-inch laptop, the HP Laptop 17z-cp200, bringing the price down to $300. While the base model comes with an entry-level CPU and 8GB of RAM, users can customize and upgrade the laptop with options such as a better CPU, FHD display, increased storage, and Wi-Fi upgrades. With these upgrades, the laptop can become a versatile work and school laptop. Additionally, there are other great HP laptop deals available, as well as discounts on Lenovo ThinkPad laptops and Dell laptops in Canada.

via Digital Trends|
#budget-laptops#customization#discounts