Apple has expanded its refurbished product portfolio by making the MacBook Neo available through its Certified Refurbished programme. Each device undergoes comprehensive testing, inspection and refurbishment before being resold with Apple’s standard warranty, offering customers a lower-cost alternative to buying new hardware.

Certified refurbishment extends the useful life of premium electronics while maintaining high quality standards. By returning fully tested devices to the market, Apple helps reduce electronic waste and supports a circular economy where products remain in use for longer rather than being prematurely replaced.

The expansion of Apple’s refurbished offering reflects growing consumer interest in sustainable technology purchasing. As more manufacturers invest in certified refurbishment programmes, extending product lifecycles is becoming an increasingly important strategy for reducing resource consumption and lowering the environmental footprint of consumer electronics.