Apple Planning to Launch Low-Cost MacBook Powered By iPhone Chip

Monday June 30, 2025 3:20 am PDT by Hartley Charlton

Apple is planning to launch a low-cost MacBook powered by an iPhone chip, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

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In an article published on X, Kuo explained that the device will feature a 13-inch display and the A18 Pro chip, making it the first Mac powered by an iPhone chip. The A18 Pro chip debuted in the iPhone 16 Pro last year. To date, all Apple silicon Macs have contained M-series chips, which offer higher core counts, support for larger amounts of memory, and better external display support. The more-affordable MacBook could come in Silver, Blue, Pink, and Yellow finishes.

The new MacBook is expected to enter mass production late in the fourth quarter of 2025 or early in the first quarter of 2026. Apple is hoping that it will drive MacBook purchases and account for 20–28% of sales next year. Chinese technology company Everwin Precision is set to benefit from the release of the new MacBook, serving as a key supplier for its casings.

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Top Rated Comments

plek

14 months ago

For a low-cost option, I wish they could just bring back the 12" Macbook model, and stick in an M2 or M3 chip in?

Score: 41 Votes (Like | Disagree)

abatabia

14 months ago

A revived 12” with a better keyboard would be an instant buy for me.

Score: 37 Votes (Like | Disagree)

zedsdead

14 months ago

The A18 has the single core power basically of the M4 so this is more than enough for most people. The multi core being on par with M1 is equally enough, plus this does modern Apple intelligence etc…

Curious about the RAM however, as this is 8gb.

Score: 17 Votes (Like | Disagree)

AppliedMicro

14 months ago

$5 that app installation will be limited to the Apple App Store. No sideloading allowed.

“The most secure MacBook we’ve ever made. And we think you’ll love it!”

Score: 16 Votes (Like | Disagree)