Apple is reportedly preparing a bold redesign of the MacBook Pro that would bring an OLED screen and a touchscreen interface for the very first time. The new models are anticipated to debut in late 2026 or early 2027, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
In addition to the OLED panel, internal sources suggest Apple will equip these next-gen MacBook Pros with Apple’s yet-to-be-released M6 chips. That means performance gains will accompany the visual overhaul. The current lineup continues using M5, so this upgrade would mark a significant leap forward in Apple silicon.
The touchscreen is expected to be implemented via on-cell touch technology. That approach integrates the touch sensors directly into the display layers, removing the need for a separate touch layer. The design retains the traditional keyboard and trackpad, meaning touch controls would augment rather than replace existing inputs.
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Given the shift in display tech and added features, price increases are expected. The new MacBook Pros could come with premium pricing to account for the OLED panels and touch hardware.
This is also not the first time we’re hearing about Apple bringing touchscreen to the Mac. An earlier report from Ming-Chi Kuo also mentioned that Apple is working on touch screen MacBooks.
Apple is also reportedly exploring a hole-punch camera design to replace the current display notch. That would give the display a cleaner look and emphasize the shift toward modern laptop design. Reinforced hinges may be part of the design too—needed to support touch interactions without flex or backlash.
Even though the rumored changes are major, they are not expected to happen overnight. Apple has just recently launched the new MacBook Pro with the M5 chip, The OLED touchscreen models may arrive after that refresh cycle, allowing Apple time to validate the new display and touch components.
What’s clear is that this rumored MacBook Pro redesign would mark a philosophical shift for Apple. For years, MacBooks have avoided touchscreen adoption—even when rivals leaned into it. These changes suggest a future where Mac, iPad, and iPhone design philosophies converge. Whether Apple can execute cleanly is the next question, but the direction is now unmistakable.