Touchscreen MacBook Pro to Debut Today With These 5 Features
Key Points:
- Apple may introduce a new top-tier laptop called "MacBook Ultra" that will sit above the current M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, rather than replacing them, with the existing M5 chips used initially and M7 chips expected in late 2027.
- The new models are expected to feature OLED displays manufactured exclusively by Samsung Display, offering deeper colors, higher contrast, and better power efficiency compared to mini-LED technology.
- For the first time, these MacBook models are anticipated to support direct touchscreen input, marking a significant shift in Apple's approach to Mac laptops, complemented by a reinforced hinge to prevent screen bounce when touched.
- The design aims to be thinner and lighter, with improvements to the cooling system, although recent reports suggest the final thickness may not be significantly reduced compared to current models.
- The MacBook Ultra could replace the existing notch with a Dynamic Island-style interactive display cutout, similar to the iPhone, and is expected to come with a higher price tag, potentially starting around $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch model.