Overview
- Preorders opened March 4 with in‑store availability set for March 11, including broad retail distribution at Walmart offering a $599 256GB model and a $699 512GB version that adds Touch ID.
- The 13‑inch notebook uses an A18 Pro processor in a fanless design with fixed 8GB unified memory and base 256GB storage, targeting everyday tasks rather than pro workflows.
- Display and media features include a 2408×1506 Liquid Retina panel up to 500 nits and a 1080p FaceTime camera, with trade‑offs such as no P3 wide color, no True Tone, and a basic two‑speaker setup.
- I/O and expansion are limited to two USB‑C ports with only the left port at USB 3 supporting DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt or MagSafe, and support for just one external 4K/60 display.
- Connectivity tops out at Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth 6 with no N1 wireless chip, battery life is rated up to 16 hours, and the Neo comes in four colors with a $499 education price.