Apple could challenge Windows dominance with cheaper laptops

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Apple is reportedly working on a budget-friendly MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip, the same processor used in the iPhone 16 Pro. This 13-inch MacBook would be the first to use an A-series chip instead of Apple’s M-series, marking a major shift in strategy.

By using the efficient A18 Pro, Apple could build a cheaper, fanless MacBook with long battery life and tight ecosystem integration, possibly undercutting Windows laptops and new Copilot+ PCs.

Expected to enter mass production in late 2025 or early 2026, the device may come in vibrant colors like Silver, Blue, Pink, and Yellow.

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