Apple may soon launch a cheaper MacBook with iPhone chip, what we know so far

Apple might finally break the $999 barrier for its MacBooks. According to respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the tech giant is preparing to launch a new entry-level MacBook, powered not by its usual M-series chips, but by the A18 Pro, the same processor expected to debut in the iPhone 16 Pro series this year.

While hardware specs remain largely under wraps, the shift to the A18 Pro processor marks a significant departure from Apple’s norm.(REUTERS)

The model is expected to enter mass production in late 2025 or early 2026, with Kuo hinting that Apple is planning to produce between 5–7 million units in 2026, signalling confidence in its appeal. It could feature a 13-inch display, matching the MacBook Air’s screen size, and may come in new colour options such as silver, pink, and yellow.