Are older MacBooks still worth buying in 2026?

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What happened

You'll probably want to avoid Intel-powered MacBooks, but Apple Silicon models are solid.

Key facts

  • Reported by Engadget and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:30:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

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