Apple Plans OLED MacBook Pro Redesign for 2026

Apple plans to introduce a redesigned MacBook Pro with an OLED display, thinner chassis, and touch support in late 2026 or early 2027, but the upgrades will initially be limited to the higher-end M6 Pro and M6 Max configurations, according to reports from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

The base 14-inch MacBook Pro, expected to feature the standard M6 chip, will retain the current design and mini-LED display when it launches toward the end of 2026. This staggered approach means consumers seeking the new OLED technology and slimmer form factor on debut will need to opt for the more powerful Pro or Max variants, which cater to demanding workloads like video editing and 3D rendering. Gurman noted in his Power On newsletter that the redesign represents a significant shift from the 2021 update, which introduced a flatter profile but stuck with mini-LED screens across the lineup.

In the shorter term, Apple is set to refresh its MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max processors in the first half of 2026, maintaining the existing design. A new M5-equipped MacBook Air is also slated for that period, timed ahead of the back-to-school season. Additional updates include an M5 and M5 Pro Mac mini in...