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The MacBook Neo might be one of Apple’s most important products in years… and not just because of the price.

In this video, we break down a powerful business strategy used by companies like gaming consoles, printers, Amazon Kindle, and even Costco… and how Apple is now using that same playbook with the MacBook Neo.

From its aggressive $599 price point to its role as an entry point into the Apple ecosystem, this isn’t just another MacBook—it’s a long-term strategy.

💻 Is the MacBook Neo actually a “loss leader”?
🍎 Is Apple making less money upfront to make more later?
🔁 And what does this mean for the future of Mac?

Let’s break it all down.

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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 - Some products don’t make money
00:23 - Consoles, printers, Kindle examples
01:01 - Costco chicken strategy
01:20 - The real business is the customer
01:43 - What a loss leader is
02:32 - Why MacBook Neo fits this strategy
03:28 - The cheapest entry into Apple
04:21 - iCloud and services strategy
05:09 - How costs add up over time
05:43 - The Apple ecosystem effect
07:13 - Apple’s master plan
08:06 - Where Apple actually makes money
08:42 - Is MacBook Neo a loss leader?
09:10 - Final thoughts

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