Beyond the Box has opened pre-orders for Apple’s most affordable MacBook yet, the MacBook Neo, giving Filipinos early access to the new device.
Positioned as a budget-friendly entry into Apple’s laptop lineup, the MacBook Neo starts at ₱39,990, making it more accessible to students, professionals, and everyday users.
The laptop features a lightweight aluminum design with rounded edges and comes in multiple color options including blush, indigo, silver, and citrus. Designed for portability, it weighs around 2.7 pounds, making it easy to carry for work or school.
It is equipped with a 13-inch Liquid Retina display with a 2408 x 1506 resolution and up to 500 nits of brightness. Under the hood, it runs on Apple’s A18 Pro chip, paired with a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine, allowing it to handle everyday tasks, content creation, and AI-powered features efficiently.
The MacBook Neo also adopts a fanless design for silent operation and supports Apple Intelligence features such as on-device summaries and image processing. It offers up to 16 hours of battery life, along with a 1080p FaceTime camera, directional microphones, and stereo speakers with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos.
Connectivity includes USB-C ports, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 6, while additional features like Touch ID and the Magic Keyboard aim to improve usability and security.
Pricing and availability
The MacBook Neo is available for pre-order at the following prices:
256GB variant: ₱39,990 (cash), SRP ₱45,490
512GB variant: ₱46,990 (cash), SRP ₱52,990
Installment plans are also available, starting at around ₱1,666 per month depending on the provider.
Pre-orders began on April 12, 2026, and are available through Beyond the Box and open_source stores nationwide, as well as online via beyondthebox.ph, LazMall, and Shopee Mall.
Retail pre-orders run until April 22, while online orders are open until April 23 (11:59 PM). Customers who pre-order can also receive freebies worth over ₱10,000, along with additional partner deals.
MacBook Neo specs:
13-inch Liquid Retina display, 2408 x 1506 resolution, 500 nits brightness
Apple A18 Pro chip, 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
256GB / 512GB storage
Fanless design
Up to 16 hours battery life
1080p FaceTime camera
Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos speakers
Magic Keyboard, Touch ID
USB-C ports
WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 6
macOS Tahoe
Colors: Blush, Indigo, Silver, Citrus
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