Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Fidelity Blue Chip Growth ETF (BATS:FBCG), and AppleInsider have reported strong interest in the new MacBook Neo, priced at $599 ($499 for education). Unlike the MacBook Air and Pro, the Neo is aimed at first-time users and could boost Apple's overall revenue by 0.5% and contribute roughly $2 billion annually to the Mac segment without harming margins. Wedbush analyst Dan Ives suggested that Apple’s new AI-focused Mac lineup could drive the next upgrade cycle and expand its user base. The company's shares were down 0.37% at $248.03 at the time of publication on Friday. Looking further out, the next major catalyst for the stock is the April 30, 2026 (estimated) earnings report.