Apple appears ready to disrupt the affordable laptop segment with an all-new low-cost MacBook, reportedly powered by an iPhone chipset. The Cupertino-based tech giant, known for its premium hardware, seems set to broaden its product lineup and appeal to students and cost-conscious users who would otherwise choose Chromebooks or Windows PCs.

According to a new report from a popular publication, Apple has been quietly working on this budget MacBook for some time. While the company’s MacBook sales have been growing steadily, its offerings remain firmly in the high-end category — even the base model M4 MacBook Air carries a hefty price tag. With this upcoming release, Apple plans to close that price gap by introducing an affordable option for the mainstream market.

The report indicates that

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