03/16/2026
🔋 MacBook Neo: Apple’s Most Accessible MacBook Battery Since 2012
According to a teardown by Andy Harding from Salem Techsperts, the new MacBook Neo includes one of the most repair-friendly battery designs Apple has introduced in years.
Instead of being glued to the chassis, the MacBook Neo battery is secured with screws, making it much easier and safer to replace.
This change turns battery replacement from a complicated repair into something much closer to routine maintenance.
Benefits of this design include:
✔ Easier battery replacement
✔ Faster repairs
✔ Lower servicing risk
✔ Better long-term laptop maintenance
The MacBook Neo also features a flat internal layout, meaning that once the bottom cover is removed, the battery is immediately accessible.
📊 Repair Score: 8 / 10
However, some limitations remain:
• Storage is still soldered
• RAM is still soldered
• The display is fused to the lid assembly
Still, this is a major improvement for battery serviceability compared to many recent MacBook models.
▶ Watch the teardown by Andy Harding here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb9YclnJIYM
Credit: Andy Harding / Salem Techsperts
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Apple did it. They FINALLY did it. This is the most repairable MacBook since 2012. Whether this is the result of the EU cracking down, or Apple listening to ...