# MacBook Neo Hands-On Impressions! Plus, Apple's Spring Announcements (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 370)

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Podcast: [Apple Bitz XL w/ Brian Tong](https://stenobird.com/podcast/apple-bitz-xl-w-brian-tong-1002745)
Published: 2026-03-07T02:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

It's my first impressions with Apple's new entry-level MacBook Neo that surprises with its $599 price point, and drops to $499 for education. Plus, thoughts on the new M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro and Studio Display family. And, the new iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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