Apple plans to shake up its laptop lineup with a surprising new MacBook model. The tech giant wants to use an A18 Pro processor instead of its usual M-series chips. This move marks the first time Apple will put a phone processor inside a Mac computer. Backend code reveals the mystery machine carries the identifier Mac17,1. Industry experts believe this strategy will help Apple reach budget-conscious buyers.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously shared details about this affordable MacBook project. The 13-inch laptop should arrive with four color options. Apple will offer the device in silver, blue, pink, and yellow finishes. The A18 Pro chip brings a 6-core processor and 5-core graphics unit to the table. Performance will lag behind current...