The new MacBook Pro laptops are as much as $400 more expensive than their predecessors. Thank the RAM shortage.

With the demands for more computers and data centers to power AI, the market is experiencing a shortage of RAM, causing memory prices to surge.

iPad or MacBook Neo? Comparing Apple’s three $600 computers

Apple now has three portable computers that are priced around $600. MacBook Neo, iPad Air, and the plain iPad paired with Apple’s Magic Keyboard Folio each fit the bill. They offer very different experiences for the money, however, so here’s how they compare.

Apple announces its cheapest-ever new MacBook

Apple on Wednesday launched the MacBook Neo, a cheaper model signaling a fresh attempt to court Windows and Chromebook users as ongoing component shortages shake the broader market.

MacBook Neo: Great price, but you need to take a close look at those specs

On the flip side, some of the MacBook Neo's specs are really good for the price. This includes the 13-inch LED display with a 2,408x1,506 pixel resolution, and two USB-C ports, one of which supports connecting a 4K external display while running the device's own display at the same time.

MacBook Neo Hands-On: The 5 Things Apple Cut To Hit The ‘Breakthrough’ $599 Price Tag

Apple has revealed the MacBook Neo, its most affordable laptop. Here’s what it looks and feels like in person.