Overview
- Apple began deliveries and in-store pickup globally today for its first A18 Pro–based Mac, offered at $599 with 256GB storage or $699 with 512GB and Touch ID in four colors.
- A day-one macOS Tahoe 26.3.2 update with bug fixes and security patches is available for Neo, while macOS 26.4 beta 4 makes the Neo’s new wallpapers available to other Macs.
- Online availability tightened quickly, with U.S. store listings showing delays for Blush and Citrus models and the 512GB Touch ID configuration, as Apple Stores report first-come stock.
- ASUS executives called the Neo a “shock to the entire industry” and described it as more of a content-consumption device, while noting PC ecosystem players are discussing responses.
- Early hands-on testing reports M1-class everyday performance despite 8GB unified memory, with trade-offs such as two USB-C ports (one USB 3), no MagSafe, and 4K/60Hz external display support; analysts say rising memory costs could further enhance the Neo’s price advantage.