Apple to Unveil “Total Redesign” of MacBook Pro in 2026, Gurman Reports

Highlights

• Gurman reports that Apple is planning a ‘total redesign’ of the MacBook Pro in 2026.
• Delays in new display technology have pushed the redesign to 2026.
• The 2026 MacBook Pro will feature the M6 chipset built on a 2nm process, OLED displays, a thinner design and significant performance improvements.

Apple recently unveiled MacBook Pro with M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max chips globally. Apart from the new chipsets, the upgrades this time include Thunderbolt 5 port support for higher-end models, display upgrades and a few other minor changes.

The thing about Apple is even before the newly launched device starts moving, the tech community already has its eyes set on what the Cupertino giant is doing next.

According to Bloomberg’s trusted Apple reporter Mark Gurman, Apple is planning a “total redesign” for its MacBook Pro in 2026. Before going for any other assumption, it seems the next big overhaul won’t happen until a year after the M5 chip upgrade that is set to arrive in 2025.

Apple updates the MacBook Pro design every four years traditionally. But for now, it appears things will remain the same for another year.

In his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman shared, “the MacBook Pro probably won’t get another true overhaul until 2026.”

He notes that while Apple initially aimed for a 2025 release. However, delays with new display technology have pushed the redesign to the following year.

The 2026 MacBook Pro refresh is expected to feature OLED displays, similar to the screens in Apple’s upcoming M4 iPad Pro lineup. This new model will also have a “thinner design.”

Apple made its MacBook Pros a bit thicker when it introduced Apple Silicon, but now it looks like they’ll be shifting back to a sleeker profile, hopefully without compromising performance.

Gurman also predicts the M6 chipset for the 2026 MacBook Pro will be built on a 2nm process and deliver enhanced display technology, a redesigned look and a significant performance jump.

As for the 2025 MacBook Pro models, they’ll likely feature updated M5, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.

However, we should not expect any other major changes beyond the chip improvements.

FAQs

Q1. When is Apple planning a total redesign of the MacBook Pro?

Answer. As per recent reports, Apple is planning a “total redesign” for its MacBook Pro in 2026.

Q2. What display technology is expected in the 2026 MacBook Pro refresh?

Answer. The 2026 MacBook Pro refresh is expected to feature OLED displays, similar to the screens in Apple’s upcoming M4 iPad Pro lineup.

Q3. What chipset is predicted for the 2026 MacBook Pro?

Answer. Gurman predicts the M6 chipset for the 2026 MacBook Pro will be built on a 2nm process and deliver enhanced display technology, a redesigned look, and a significant performance jump.

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