Students gearing up for the new term can save up to £1,000 on Apple and Samsung laptops in EE's back to school sale. The retailer is offering significant discounts across its laptop range, including Apple's new MacBook Neo.
Apple MacBook Neo: Budget-Friendly Power
The MacBook Neo, released in March as an affordable alternative to Apple's premium devices, now starts at £699 or £13.52 per month for the 256GB model. It features Apple's A18 Pro chip, a 13-inch Liquid Retina display, and comes in Silver, Blush, Citrus, or Indigo.
While the monthly option includes a £50 upfront cost, shoppers pay roughly 45p per day on a 48-month contract. This rivals Sky Mobile, where the same model costs £15 per month plus £12 upfront, but includes 100MB of data.
High-End MacBook Air and Pro M5 Deals
For those seeking more powerful laptops, the MacBook Air M5 is available at £1,299 or from £26.02 per month. This model, also launched in March, boasts 512GB storage—double that of its predecessor. The MacBook Pro M5 starts at £1,999 or £40.60 per month for the 1TB version. Both are powered by Apple's next-generation M5 processor, ensuring smooth performance even with demanding apps.
These laptops also offer enhanced AI capabilities through Apple Intelligence, including features like Live Translation and time-saving automations. However, shoppers looking to buy outright may find better prices on Amazon, where the same M5 models are discounted to £1,250.11 and £1,804.97, respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360: Biggest Discount
Windows enthusiasts can secure the largest discount on Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Pro 360, a two-in-one device that functions as both a laptop and tablet. It's reduced from £1,699 to £699, though EE notes this offer is only available while stocks last. Monthly options start at £26.21 with £70 upfront on a 24-month contract.
This device features a 16-inch touchscreen with 3K resolution, Snapdragon X Elite processor, Galaxy AI, 512GB storage, and includes an S Pen stylus at no extra cost.
Smartphone Savings and Customer Reviews
EE's sale also includes up to £737 off smartphones, such as the Google Pixel 10 at £32 monthly with £30 upfront on a 30GB plan, the iPhone Air at £49 monthly with £30 upfront and 150GB data, and the Samsung S25 FE at £28 monthly with £30 upfront on a 5GB plan.
The MacBook Neo has earned a 4.8-star rating from EE customers. One five-star review states: “The MacBook Neo is a perfect entry to the series. I don’t need the power of a Pro or any other, I just want it for day-to-day and work. Super fast, efficient and easy to use.”
Another buyer commented: “Difficult to criticise a Mac – they are excellent machines. I was unsure about the Neo in terms of performance as I’ve always previously had a Macbook Air [but] it’s a great machine and more than capable for 90% of users.” However, the reviewer noted the lack of MagSafe charging, adding: “I’d have preferred a MagSafe charging option, but a Mac of this quality at this price is unmissable.”
A third five-star review reads: “Lightweight, nice colour, good keyboard and does everything I want it to do. Perfect for what I want it for. Easy to set up – works out of the box.”
