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Despite hardware limits, Parallels supports running Windows on MacBook Neo

What happened

Parallels announced support for running Windows on Apple's new MacBook Neo, despite acknowledging hardware limitations. The virtualization software company specified that 8GB of unified memory is the minimum practical configuration for the setup. Early reviews of the MacBook Neo have been positive, with praise for its design and capabilities at its price point.

Why people care
Running Windows on Mac hardware has long been a priority for users who need both operating systems. The MacBook Neo represents Apple's latest entry-level offering, and whether it can handle Windows virtualization affects purchasing decisions for many professionals and students.
The takes
Parallels says

The virtualization is technically possible and officially supported on the new hardware. However, users should expect to need at least 8GB of unified memory for practical performance when running Windows applications.

Reviewers say

The MacBook Neo is well-designed and capable for its price point, fitting into Apple's laptop lineup below the M5 MacBook Air. The hardware represents good value, though the memory requirements for Windows virtualization may limit some use cases.

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