MacBook Neo costs more in Portugal due to copyright levy for piracy compensation taxes — storage costs extra in multiple countries, thanks to draconian laws that pre-punish buyers

Portugal imposes a copyright levy on devices like the MacBook Neo, adding extra costs due to piracy compensation taxes. The country's law covers all digital and analog media, with storage devices incurring additional fees based on capacity. Critics argue that these laws unfairly penalize buyers and are akin to pre-crime control. While some countries have abolished similar taxes, there is a push for EU-wide reform. The situation highlights the impact of such levies on tech consumers and the ongoing debate over their necessity and fairness.