Apple is about to launch a cheaper MacBook using an iPhone chip.

Apple is preparing to launch a new MacBook model later this year with an expected starting price of $599.

Information about Apple's plans to produce this affordable MacBook was first revealed by analyst Ming-chi Kuo in late June. Kuo stated that Apple's launch of this 13-inch MacBook aims to compete with Chromebooks and boost MacBook sales.

The new MacBook will be equipped with the A18 Pro chip, the same chip introduced in last year's iPhone 16 Pro, marking the first time a Mac has used an iPhone chip. Previously, all Mac models used M-series chips, which came with more cores and more memory.

Apple's upcoming budget MacBook will feature the A18 Pro chip.

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The cheapest MacBook ever.

According to Kuo's predictions, mass production of the 13-inch MacBook will begin in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026. This information is also confirmed by Digitimes , which states that the starting price of the MacBook will be between $599 and $699. This price is significantly cheaper than the 13-inch MacBook Air, which starts at $999 in the US, or $899 with student discounts.

The report further states that the 13-inch MacBook will feature a 12.9-inch display, slightly smaller than the 13.6-inch display of the MacBook Air. Some components are expected to begin mass production by the end of Q3, ready for full system assembly starting later this year. Final assembly is expected to take place at Quanta's facility in Q4 before market launch in late 2025 or early 2026.

According to estimates, the annual shipment volume of the affordable MacBook could reach 5 to 7 million units, increasing total MacBook production from the current 17-18 million units by 30-40%. Kuo also suggests that this MacBook model will have an ultra-thin, lightweight design and may come in multiple colors such as silver, blue, pink, and gold.

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One point to note is that the A18 Pro chip doesn't support Thunderbolt, so the new MacBook may only come with a standard USB-C port. However, this might not be a major issue for customers looking for an affordable Mac.

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