Apple's Budget MacBook Neo Drops + Privacy App Detects Sneaky Smart Glasses, Cold Battery Fixes & More
Computer and Technology Radio · Marsha Collier
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Show Notes
Apple just launched the MacBook Neo — a colorful, durable 13-inch laptop with A18 Pro chip, Liquid Retina display, all-day battery, and Apple Intelligence, starting at low $599. Is this the budget Mac we've all wanted? We compare it directly to Acer's Chromebook Plus models — which wins for everyday use, value, performance, and real-world needs in 2026?
Privacy heads-up: The new Nearby Glasses app scans Bluetooth signals to detect nearby smart glasses (like Meta Ray-Bans or Snap Spectacles) and alerts you if someone's potentially recording.
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