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Apple is preparing to launch a 14-inch MacBook Pro with its new M6 chip later this month, keeping the current design. The M6 adds a Dual 16-core Neural Engine for faster on-device AI processing, a 12-core CPU with a new three-tier core structure (super, performance, and efficiency cores), a 12-core GPU, and is built on a new 2nm manufacturing process that Apple says improves power efficiency.
Amazon is selling the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro chip, 24GB RAM and 2TB storage for $2,399, down from its $2,999 list price. The retailer is also offering discounts on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, the M6 Mac mini, iPhone 18 Pro cases and the USB-C Apple Pencil.
Apple has raised prices across its MacBook Pro lineup in 2026, affecting even the entry-level configuration compared to 2021 models. The increase follows Apple's broader price hikes announced this year across multiple product lines, departing from the company's past pattern of keeping starting prices relatively stable between generations.
Counterpoint Research forecasts that OLED notebook display shipments will rise 50% in 2026, partly driven by Apple's expected shift to OLED in next-generation MacBook Pro models. The firm projects advanced notebook displays overall will grow 11% even as the broader notebook display market shrinks 3%, with OLED's share of the advanced segment rising from 56% to 75% as MiniLED declines.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple plans to debut its first touchscreen laptop, possibly called the MacBook Ultra, around October 27. The same announcement is expected to include a redesigned iPad Mini with an OLED screen, plus updated 14-inch MacBook Pro and iMac models carrying the new M6 chip.
In this week's Happy Hour episode, hosts Benjamin Mayo and Chance Miller discuss Apple's upcoming product announcements, including a reported partnership with LG on smart home accessories and upcoming changes to macOS Full Disk Access permissions. They also touch on OLED MacBook Pro details, though the episode was recorded before Apple's official 'Welcome home' event announcement.
Bloomberg reports Apple plans a second event this month, around October 27, to introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pros in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with OLED displays and Dynamic Island, reportedly powered by M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. The report also says Apple will debut a new OLED iPad mini with a relocated FaceTime camera and updated speakers, plus M6-powered iMac and entry-level MacBook Pro models that look similar to current versions.
Bloomberg reports Apple plans a Mac and iPad event around October 27th, roughly two weeks after an October 13th event focused on smart home products. The new lineup is said to include thinner MacBook Pros with touchscreen OLED displays and a Dynamic Island-style interface, alongside separate M6-chip MacBook Pros keeping the current design. An updated iPad Mini is also expected, with a repositioned front camera and a new speaker system.
Leaked information suggests that Apple’s next MacBook Pro will see a notable weight reduction while maintaining a similar thickness to current models. The redesign aims to balance portability with performance, potentially retaining most ports and battery life. This approach could appeal to both professional users and prosumers seeking a lighter device without sacrificing capabilities.
Multiple reports indicate Apple's upcoming MacBook Pro redesign, its first major overhaul since 2021, will replace the current display notch with a smaller hole-punch camera cutout paired with a Dynamic Island interface. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports the laptop will also be significantly lighter due to reengineered internals, while an Omdia report points to slightly larger screens of 14.3 and 16.3 inches versus the current 14.2 and 16.2 inches.
The initial lineup of laptops featuring Nvidia’s new RTX Spark chip includes models from Dell, Lenovo, MSI, HP, and Asus, with prices starting at around $2,599 and reaching nearly $7,000 for high-end configurations. These devices are positioned to compete with premium MacBook Pros, offering powerful specs such as 18-core CPUs and up to 128GB of memory. The first models are expected to be available starting October 16th.
Microsoft has introduced the Surface Laptop Ultra, a high-end Windows laptop featuring Nvidia’s new RTX Spark chip, marking Nvidia’s entry into Arm-based PC processors. The device underwent rigorous testing at Microsoft’s Redmond lab before launch, aiming to compete directly with the MacBook Pro in performance and capabilities. The Ultra also supports gaming and offers a sleek design similar to Apple’s space gray options.