Apple's low-cost macbook neo revealed in regulatory leak

Apple's rumored budget-friendly MacBook has seemingly been outed by the company's own regulatory filings. A document referencing an 'unreleased MacBook Neo' was spotted on Apple's website by MacRumors, hinting at a new low-cost laptop model.

Macbook neo name and specs leak ahead of launch

The MacBook Neo, with model number A3404, appeared in an EU Declaration of Conformity released by Apple. While the PDF doesn't explicitly mention the name, a brief link on Apple's regulatory page listed 'MacBook Neo (Model A3404)', suggesting this is indeed the upcoming affordable MacBook.

Specs for the device are still largely under wraps, but it's rumored to feature a 12.9-inch display and potentially the same iPhone 16 Pro A18 Pro processor, which could be a significant cost savings over current MacBook offerings. Pricing is also unclear, with early reports suggesting a starting point of around $599, although more recent information puts it at a possible $799.

Apple is expected to officially unveil the MacBook Neo at its in-person media event tomorrow, ending weeks of speculation around this long-rumored budget laptop.