Apple will launch an updated 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M6 chip by the end of 2026. This M6 model will have a shorter chip cycle than previous generations, omitting Pro and Max variants. The company is pushing for a swift transition to its M7 chip, which is reportedly optimized for AI workloads.

Following the M6 release, a redesigned MacBook Pro featuring the M7 chip is slated for the first half of 2027. This redesign will adopt a new aesthetic intended to align with Apple's future high-end OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro models, potentially featuring a slimmer profile.

The company's product release schedules remain subject to uncertainty due to ongoing memory chip shortages and rising costs. This M7 MacBook Pro is expected to arrive alongside other significant product updates, including new iPad Pros and iPhone models.