Apple plans to release redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models featuring OLED touchscreens and significantly lighter bodies in October or November, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported.
Interior Redesign Delivers a Lighter Chassis
The upcoming OLED MacBook Pro models will be “significantly lighter” than current versions due to a complete internal reengineering, Gurman reported in his Power On newsletter. Apple miniaturized internal parts and rearranged components to make the machines easier to carry. Current MacBook Pro models weigh up to 4.7 or 4.8 pounds depending on the screen size, while the 15-inch MacBook Air weighs 3.3 pounds and the MacBook Neo weighs 2.7 pounds. Cult of Mac reported that the machine will feature a substantially thinner design alongside its reduced weight.
The redesign eliminates the display notch found on recent Apple laptops, replacing it with an on-screen camera cutout and the integration of the Dynamic Island into macOS, according to The Hans India.
MacBook lineup adds Tandem OLED and touchscreen capabilities
The new laptops mark the first time Apple has brought touchscreen capabilities and Tandem OLED technology to the MacBook lineup. The Hans India reported that the OLED display will deliver deeper blacks, improved contrast, and optimized battery life similar to the technology introduced on the iPad Pro in 2024. Newsbytesapp.com noted that the touchscreen interface will operate on a touch-optimized version of macOS currently undergoing software testing.
Retail preparations are already underway for the hardware release. Newsbytesapp.com reported that Apple Stores received confidential boxes with “DO NOT OPEN UNTIL October 8” stickers to prepare for new visual merchandise and updated product layouts.
Upcoming Fall Product Schedule
The MacBook Pro overhaul arrives alongside a broader hardware refresh planned for the fall. The Hans India and 9to5Mac reported that the new MacBook Pro models are scheduled to debut by next month, with a release window spanning October and November. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans to introduce a new smart home hub, alongside a refreshed HomePod mini and a new Apple TV.
What chips and weights define the new MacBook Pro?
What chips will power the new MacBook Pro models?
The new MacBook Pro models will feature M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, as Apple has reportedly decided to skip the high-end M6 family to focus on accelerating the M7 processor launch.
How much do current MacBook Pro models weigh compared to the redesign?
Current MacBook Pro models weigh up to 4.7 or 4.8 pounds. While exact figures for the new lighter design have not been specified, Gurman reported that Apple reengineered the interior by miniaturizing parts to make the computer much easier to carry.
What software are the new laptops currently running during testing?
The new OLED MacBook Pro models are currently being tested with macOS 27.1 and macOS 27.2 in beta, which includes software modifications to support touch input and the Dynamic Island.
When are the new MacBook Pro models expected to be released?
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans to release the new MacBook Pro models in October or November of this year.
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