Apple's upcoming touchscreen MacBook Pro will feature hinge improvements linked to future iPhone Duo models, according to a last-minute claim. The improved design aims to keep the display steady during touch input, alongside cooling changes that improve airflow through the hinge area. A leaker known as Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo stated the hinge upgrades relate to plans for second- and third-generation iPhone Duo devices.
Mark Gurman's reporting confirms Apple has redesigned the mechanism, with separate commentary noting Cupertino is considering a larger inner display for future iPhone Duo models, potentially measuring 7.9 to 8.1 inches compared to the current 7.6-inch version. It remains unclear if these hinge changes directly correlate with that potential redesign. The new MacBook Pro is expected to use a dual-layer OLED display and carry a substantial price increase, with Gurman reporting a $2,899 starting price for the 14-inch model with an M5 Pro chip, up from $2,499 for the existing equivalent.
Apple is expected to announce the redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models later today alongside a media event in Los Angeles. Related Roundups: iPhone Duo, MacBook Pro Tag: Fixed Focus Digital Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now), MacBook Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forums: iPhone, MacBook Pro.
Source: MacRumors · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing