Quote from: Buddhi on February 26, 2026, 12:38:27Why can the apple guys not get it simple?
They are dissuading us from even contemplating purchasing the budget macbook

There have been naysayers before... (think iPhone XR)
I know many walled-garden enthusiasts who will gladly get one for their aging parent, or their middle schooler. That said, if the rumors are true, the cost-cutting definitely looks quite severe.

Cheers,
Sambit

Why can the apple guys not get it simple?
They are dissuading us from even contemplating purchasing the budget macbook

Quote from: Terror Byte on February 26, 2026, 00:24:13So in other words, trash-tier specs from about 15 years ago for entry level $300-400 laptops.

I wouldn't call it "trash" tier - the single-core performance is right there with the best. Multi-core is decent, should be enough for the majority of casual users.

But yeah, if true, the lack of a backlit keyboard will be hilarious.

Cheers,
Sambit

So in other words, trash-tier specs from about 15 years ago for entry level $300-400 laptops.