Apple’s new colorful laptop is still available, but it may not be for long. Earlier predictions estimated sales in the millions, with current figures backing this up. 9To5Mac indicates that the MacBook Neo is sold out for April, with stock expected in May, though it’s still available on Amazon and Best Buy. Due to unexpected demand, Apple reportedly had to place urgent orders with manufacturers.
The $599 MacBook Neo offers great value, with educators and students eligible for a $499 price under Apple’s education discount. A version featuring Touch ID with 512GB storage costs $699, or $599 with the discount. This laptop is unmatched in its market, with superior specs to similarly priced Windows laptops and Chromebooks, plus the added prestige of the Apple brand.
If you haven’t secured a MacBook Neo yet, waiting for new stock is advisable unless you specifically need a Windows or gaming laptop. It’s still available on Amazon and Best Buy.
Timothy Beck Werth, writing this piece, is a seasoned tech editor with a history in consumer technology and style products journalism.