Apple's MacBook Neo is experiencing shipping delays, with most 512GB configurations now back-ordered between one and two weeks. The delays affect the Blush, Citrus, and Indigo color variants, while both silver models remain available for the original March 11, 2026 launch date. The 256GB versions in Citrus and Indigo are still shipping on time.

This shipping pattern suggests certain color configurations are selling faster than others, though Apple doesn't release sales data by model. The silver variants appear to be the least popular option, as they're the only ones still shipping on launch day. All MacBook Neo models will be available in Apple Stores on March 11, but early arrival is recommended for customers wanting specific colors.

The MacBook Neo was designed as a more affordable alternative to the MacBook Pro, though it's not suited for intensive tasks like 8K video editing. Despite some user disappointment about its limitations, the device targets a specific audience for everyday computing tasks.