Apple is offering refurbished MacBook Neo laptops at a $100 discount, effectively returning the entry-level model to its price before a recent hike. All four colour options are available refurbished directly from Apple, giving buyers a cheaper route to the company's most affordable laptop while still receiving official manufacturer backing.

The base 256GB model is priced at $599, down from its usual $699, while the upgraded 512GB version with Touch ID costs $679 instead of $799. Both come with a one-year manufacturer warranty, and buyers can add an extended AppleCare plan. The MacBook Neo runs on Apple's A18 Pro chip with 8GB of RAM, and reviewers praised its screen, keyboard and speakers, though power users may find the memory and storage speed limiting; it is considered particularly well-suited to students and browser-based use.