Apple’s MacBook Neo makes repairs easier and cheaper than other MacBooks

Apple's MacBook Neo, priced at $599, features a more modular internal design that makes repairs significantly easier and cheaper compared to other MacBooks. Key improvements include a simpler battery replacement process and, most notably, a keyboard that is its own separate component — a first for modern MacBooks. On other models like the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, the keyboard is integrated into an expensive 'top case' assembly costing $220–$440 to replace. The Neo's design could make it more attractive to businesses, schools, and users prone to accidental damage.