Apple is reportedly planning extensive chip upgrades and design changes for its Mac lineup through 2027, including a new MacBook Neo with A19 Pro, M5/M6 chip updates for iMac and MacBook Pro this fall, and a MacBook Ultra with an OLED touchscreen by early 2027. OLED screens are also set to gradually arrive on iPads and other Macs.
The Surface Laptop 8 offers snappy performance, long battery life, and a premium feel, but comes with a significant price increase due to high memory and chip costs.
蘋果官網近日更新認證整修品名單，最新M5 MacBook Air首度現身，提供13吋與15吋版本，售價較新品便宜4,500至9,100元不等。這些整修品享有完整保固，但數量有限，搶購一空。另有M4系列Mac、iPad等整修品可供選擇。
Apple has increased prices for Macs and iPads due to rising memory chip costs. This makes current discounts on models like MacBook Air and Pro significantly more attractive, with some deals offering substantial savings compared to the new retail prices. Retailers are updating pricing, but some older deals may still be available.
Appleは6月25日、国内のApple StoreでMac、iPad、Apple TV、HomePodの販売価格を引き上げた。MacBook Airのベースモデルは18万4800円から22万4800円に。ティム・クックCEOはメモリなどのコスト上昇を理由に値上げを示唆していた。
Apple has increased prices for its Mac, iPad, and smart home lineups due to a worldwide memory shortage exacerbated by AI data center demand. The company cited unprecedented component price increases, with potential iPhone price hikes later this year.
The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 offers a stylish design, premium build, and strong performance with its Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus processor, challenging the MacBook Air. Despite a high price and confusing configurations, its OLED display, battery life, and portability make it a compelling Windows alternative.
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air with M5 chip, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD is at a new low price of $899.99 on Amazon ahead of Memorial Day. The 15-inch model is also on sale.
Apple’s latest MacBook Pro with M5, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips delivers workstation-level performance in a portable package. The 14in model starts at £1,699, with the M5 Pro at £2,199 and M5 Max reaching £3,599. Reviewers praise the exceptional 120Hz mini LED screen, all-day battery life lasting up to 16-18 hours, and best-in-class keyboard and trackpad, though criticise the lack of Face ID, non-upgradable RAM, and missing wifi 7 on base M5 models.
Apple's M5 MacBook Air starts at £1,099 with 512GB storage, offering 10-20% faster performance than M4 and 75-108% faster than M1 models. The 13.6in laptop features excellent build quality, a bright screen, great keyboard and trackpad, plus 17+ hours of battery life. It beats the M1 Pro MacBook Pro in all metrics while remaining Apple's mid-range option between the £599 MacBook Neo and £1,699 MacBook Pro.
Apple launches the MacBook Neo, an affordable 13in laptop featuring an iPhone A18 Pro chip, premium build quality, and excellent battery life, starting at £599. It challenges the PC market by offering essential MacBook features at a significantly lower price.
