Beyond the Box is giving Filipinos first access to Apple’s most affordable MacBook, the MacBook Neo. This new laptop promises premium performance at an accessible price, starting at just PHP 39,990. Pre-orders come with freebies valued over PHP 10,000, making it an exciting opportunity for students, professionals, and everyday users.
MacBook Neo
The MacBook Neo has a robust aluminum enclosure with soft, rounded corners for comfort and elegance. At just 2.7 pounds, it easily fits into backpacks or bags, perfect for on-the-go lifestyles. Available in four eye-catching colors—blush, indigo, silver, and citrus—these hues extend to the keyboard and wallpapers, marking it as Apple’s most colorful MacBook yet.
Its 13-inch Liquid Retina display boasts a 2408 x 1506 resolution, and 500 nits brightness. An anti-reflective coating keeps visuals sharp in various lighting conditions, ideal for movies, photos, or video calls. This setup outshines many rivals in its price class.
Powered by Apple’s A18 Pro chip, the MacBook Neo is powered by a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine tailored for AI tasks. It breezes through web browsing, document editing, streaming, and photo adjustments without breaking a sweat.
Compared to the top Intel Core Ultra 5 PC, it delivers up to 50 percent faster routine performance, three times quicker AI features like photo effects, and twice the speed for editing.
The fanless design ensures silent operation, while the Neural Engine enables on-device Apple Intelligence for private functions such as note summaries or image cleanup. It supports a smooth ecosystem with apps like Messages, Safari, Excel, and Canva for versatile daily use.
Apple silicon delivers up to 16 hours of battery life for web surfing or video playback, supporting all-day productivity from classrooms to coffee shops. The 1080p FaceTime HD camera benefits from advanced image processing for clear calls. Its directional beamforming microphones also cut background noise to focus on the user’s voice. Dual side-firing speakers provide Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos for immersive sound.
The Magic Keyboard enables precise typing, complemented by a large multi-touch trackpad for intuitive gestures. Touch ID models offer secure logins and Apple Pay compatibility.
Connectivity covers two USB-C ports with one at USB 3 speeds supporting external displays, a headphone jack, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 6.
Running macOS Tahoe, it includes core apps like Safari, Photos, and FaceTime, plus Apple Intelligence for writing aids and translations. Continuity perks such as Handoff, Universal Clipboard, and iPhone Mirroring streamline workflows across Apple devices.
Exclusive Pre-Order Opportunities at Beyond the Box
Pre-order the MacBook Neo from PHP 39,990, or as low as PHP 1,666.25 per month over 24 months, with flexible terms varying by location.
Every pre-order includes premium freebies worth more than PHP 10,000 through partner offers.
Visit any Beyond the Box branch during mall hours until April 22, 2026, or order online until April 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. For extra perks, join cafe takeovers on April 16-17 to secure early dibs on preferred models, complete with complimentary drinks.
Regular pre-orders start on April 12, 2026. You may visit Beyond the Box’s official website, Shopee, and Lazada store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the starting price for the MacBook Neo pre-order at Beyond the Box?
A: Pre-orders start from PHP 39,990, or as low as PHP 1,666.25 monthly for 24 months.
Q: What colors are available for the MacBook Neo?
A: It comes in blush, indigo, silver, and citrus.
Q: What are the pre-order deadlines?
A: Retail until April 22, 2026 (mall hours); online until April 23, 2026 (11:59 p.m.).
Q: What freebies come with pre-orders?
A: Freebies worth over PHP 10,000, plus drinks at cafe takeovers on April 16-17.
Q: What chip powers the MacBook Neo?
A: The A18 Pro chip with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine.
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Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
