Rumors suggest Apple is developing a cheaper 12.9-inch MacBook, potentially priced between $600 and $700, using an A-series chip like the A18 Pro. This would be significantly cheaper than the current MacBook Air and target users primarily needing basic computing tasks like browsing and email. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and DigiTimes Asia have both hinted at this new model, potentially launching later this year. The lower price point comes from using more affordable mobile-based technology instead of the higher-performance M-series chips found in current MacBooks.

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