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Asus’ new CX14 Chromebook Plus drops to $249, a $180 markdown that makes it one of the most affordable premium Chromebooks on the market. The deal, highlighted by ZDNET’s rigorous testing, offers developers, students, and remote workers a lightweight, cloud‑centric machine that balances performance with price.

Apple is developing a budget MacBook targeting Chromebook strongholds with iPhone-derived silicon and aggressive pricing. Codenamed J700, this 12.9-inch laptop featuring the A18 Pro chip could hit $599—undercutting the MacBook Air by 40%—as Apple pivots to capture students and Windows 10 refugees by late 2026.