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English => News => Topic started by: Redaktion on February 25, 2026, 22:29:29

Title: Low brightness, no backlit keyboard, 8 GB memory: Tipster outlines possible low-cost MacBook drawbacks
Post by: Redaktion on February 25, 2026, 22:29:29
A leaker with a yet-to-be tested track record has revealed plenty of downgrades which the upcoming 12.9-inch MacBook might have to endure. Rumored to be priced anywhere between $599 and $649, the budget MacBook is sizing up to be quite a contentious product.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/Low-brightness-no-backlit-keyboard-8-GB-memory-Tipster-outlines-possible-low-cost-MacBook-drawbacks.1234785.0.html
Title: Re: Low brightness, no backlit keyboard, 8 GB memory: Tipster outlines possible low-cost MacBook dra
Post by: Terror Byte on February 26, 2026, 00:24:13
So in other words, trash-tier specs from about 15 years ago for entry level $300-400 laptops.
Title: Re: Low brightness, no backlit keyboard, 8 GB memory: Tipster outlines possible low-cost MacBook dra
Post by: Sambit Saha on February 26, 2026, 12:35:19
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
Title: Re: Low brightness, no backlit keyboard, 8 GB memory: Tipster outlines possible low-cost MacBook dra
Post by: Buddhi on February 26, 2026, 12:38:27
Why can the apple guys not get it simple?
They are dissuading us from even contemplating purchasing the budget macbook
Title: Re: Low brightness, no backlit keyboard, 8 GB memory: Tipster outlines possible low-cost MacBook dra
Post by: Sambit Saha on February 26, 2026, 12:42:40
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
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