Apple is expected to consolidate its high-end MacBook Pro lineup around touchscreen models, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The company currently retains both the mini-LED M5 Pro and M5 Max models and the newer touchscreen versions, which are priced $400 higher. Gurman noted the significant resources required to maintain parallel product lines across development, production, and marketing. Given the price gap, he anticipates the two lines will eventually converge, though he did not specify when non-touch models will be discontinued.
Looking ahead, Apple plans to launch another generation of touchscreen MacBook Pros in 2027, featuring M7 Pro and M7 Max processors with enhanced AI capabilities. The redesign will also extend to the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro, which will receive an M7 chip, a thinner and lighter design, narrower display borders, and improved thermal management. These updates aim to align the base model with the premium redesign introduced in late 2026.
Source: MacRumors · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing