Laptops
HONOR MagicBook Pro 16 now in Europe: Price, availability
Now in France
The HONOR MagicBook Pro 16 (Integrated Graphics version) is finally available in Europe. First announced at MWC 2024, the flagship laptop offers users a wide range of AI features, a remarkable display, and unmatched performance.
The device is available in white and purple colorways, and retails for EUR 1299.99 in France. Price may vary in different markets.
AI-enhanced performance
The HONOR MagicBook Pro 16 houses an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor 125H, combining four performance cores, eight efficient cores, and two low-power efficient cores. It also comes with an integrated Intel Arc graphics GPU, to help deliver exceptional performance and visuals.
For its cooling system, the laptop has a 12mm composite heat pipe and three-heat pipe design to efficiently conduct heat away from components. This temperature control and intelligent sensing ensures the device can handle heavy workloads like gaming and content creation.
Moreover, users may switch between 65W High-Powered mode and 50W Smart Mode. Performance Mode maximizes the processor’s power for demanding tasks. On the other hand, Smart Mode provides a balanced performance for more casual usage.
Alongside its processor and graphics, the MagicBook Pro 16 has a 75Wh battery, promising users up to 12 hours on a single charge.
AI-powered cross-device collaboration
Leveraging platform-level AI, HONOR users can effortlessly connect their devices across different platforms. With PC Manager version 18.0 or above, HONOR enables seamless collaboration and connectivity within the ecosystem.
And with MagicRing, users may synchronize tasks and notifications across devices. This gives users a convenient and accessible experience with their devices.
Captivating display
In front, the MagicBook Pro 16 boasts of an impressive 16-inch HONOR FullVIew Display. This supports a resolution of 3,072 x 1,920. It also has slim bezels for a 93% screen-to-body ratio. Furthermore, the screen has a refresh rate of up to 165Hz, supports 100% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB color gamut, as well as HDR 400.
Users may also leverage the panel’s E-Book Mode and Dynamic Dimming Technology. To top it off, the display is TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free and Low Blue Light certified.
This display is complemented by a spatial audio system consisting of six speakers (four woofers and two tweeters) along with cutting-edge audio technology to provide an immersive experience for whatever content.
Stunning design
Lastly, HONOR’s latest masterpiece also showcases a stunning full-metal design. This is enhanced by 3D Coloring Spray Technology, which elevates the laptop’s visual appeal by creating a neat, unified, and split skyline surface design.
The laptop measures just 19.9mm thick and weighs just about 1.79 kilograms. The compact and portable device may be effortlessly carried along wherever by its owners.
Laptops
MacBook Neo already “supply constrained” amid unexpected demand
New purchases are reportedly getting delayed.
It’s been a crazy month for Apple fans on a budget. The debuts of the iPhone 17e and the MacBook Neo have brought the classic Apple experience to a wider market. Though the former is a bright spot on its own, the new MacBook Neo is currently breaking the company’s expectations as new orders are already “supply constrained.”
Last week, Tim Cook held an earnings call (via Six Colors) which includes the latest additions to Apple’s lineup. For the affordable iPhone, Cook gave a special shoutout as “the newest addition to what is already the strongest iPhone lineup we’ve ever had.” However, he was much more appreciative for the MacBook Neo’s role in the company’s notebook lineup.
Responding to a query about the new notebook, Cook says that the company “undercalled the level of enthusiasm” generated by the MacBook Neo. He also cited “tremendous enthusiasm” for the device in his main presentation.
Though he didn’t have the numbers to bolster his claims, he did give anecdotal examples of public schools switching over to Apple from Chromebooks and Windows PCs.
Finally, he says that the MacBook Neo is currently “supply constrained,” meaning new purchases will likely come with a delay before delivery.
Outside of the corporate perspective, there has been a lot of excitement for the notebook. Even if it uses the A18 Pro chip, the MacBook Neo promises a powerful notebook experience as is typical of Apple’s more traditional MacBooks. And to top it all off, it starts at only US$ 599, creating one of the most tempting offers for users who want to dip their toes into the Apple ecosystem.
SEE ALSO: MacBook Neo officially arrives at Power Mac Center
The all-new MacBook Neo has officially arrived in the Philippines through Power Mac Center. Simultaneous launch events were held at Greenbelt 3 and SM Megamall.
Customers who lined up for the launch received an event-exclusive bundle which includes an AirPods Pro 2 and AirTag 4-pack, as well as over PhP 12,000 worth of freebies for those with qualified pre-orders.
In addition, those in Greenbelt and SM Megamall who lined up until the evening got a chance to win up to PhP 600,000 worth of prizes (PhP 300,000 per location).
And great news even for those unable to attend: PMC is extending its opening promotions over the coming days.
Now available in Power Mac Center stores nationwide, the MacBook Neo comes with these exclusive offers:
- Up to 50% off on a wide selection of accessories until April 30 for sstraight payments
- Redeem up to Php 5,000 off (2,500 points) through the 1 Infinite program, no minimum spend, until April 26
- UpTrade: Score up to PhP 4,000 additional trade-in value with a MacBook Air (M2 or earlier) until May 10
- Complimentary 90-day software fix and free Basecamp training for purchases until April 30
For flexible financing, the MacBook Neo is also available through 0% interest installment plans of up to 36 months. This is through major banks and other financial institutions.
Laptops
Intel launches the new Core Ultra Series 3 processors
Expect new laptops all throughout the year.
The next generation of processors are here. After announcing the new series at CES 2026, Intel has now launched the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors for laptops, bringing the next level of AI-based computing to modern laptops.
All built using the Intel 18A process, the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chipsets will come with an integrated NPU that can deliver up to 50 TOPS. And this is all native to the PC; Intel demonstrated that a laptop infused with the chipset can still operate all of its AI capabilities without an internet connection.
Additionally, Intel is touting the generation’s integrated Xe3 graphics architecture. Already touting the capabilities of graphics on its own, the architecture can also improve performance through the new XeSS. A competitor to NVIDIA’s DLSS and AMD’s FSR, Intel’s XeSS boosts framerate without sacrificing image quality.
Finally, the chipsets work extra hard in the background by extending battery life, despite high workloads. Intel touts that the Series 3 can deliver the best battery life among all Intel-powered AI PCs.
Devices with the chipset are expected to roll out all throughout the whole year. In the Philippines, you can expect new laptops from Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and MSI.
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