macOS 27.2 reveals new clues about Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is expected to release its first-ever touchscreen MacBook Pro as soon as this month, with macOS 27.2 beta 3 introducing new gesture recognition tools to support touch interactivity in stock apps like Photos, Notes, Safari, and Quick Look.
- macOS 27.2 beta 3 also features a new long-press animation for the Dock, indicating further preparation for touchscreen functionality, alongside previous macOS 27 updates such as pull-to-refresh and touch input for Sidecar.
- Bloomberg reports that the upcoming MacBook Pro will optimize macOS for touch by dynamically displaying relevant options when tapping buttons and enlarging controls in the menu bar for easier navigation.
- The new MacBook Pro is rumored to include an OLED display and be significantly lighter than current models, with a possible release this month or a delay to November.
- Current Apple deals highlighted include discounts on AirPods Pro 3, M5 MacBook Air, Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirTag 2, and AirPods Max 2.
